Most of the clubs in the northern region of Belgium are governed by the Vlaamse Rugby Bond (VRB).

The remaining clubs are governed by the Ligue Belge Francophone de Rugby (LBFR).

For a long time, Belgian rugby's most high-profile personality was the former international referee, Teddy Lacroix, who became president of the union.

[3] Rugby union in Belgium has not been popular historically, but due to its recent international successes, it is a quickly growing sport.

Notable Belgian rugby players include: The national team, nicknamed the Black Devils (Zwarte Duivels), has been competing in international tests since 1932.