Introduced into other parts of the Middle East, by the British military in the mid 20th Century, rugby has begun to develop across the Arabian peninsula.
The Federation was formed by representatives of the Beirut Phoenicians, Ahed/Reay, Jamhour Black Lions and Grey Wolves Rugby Clubs.
[citation needed] The Lebanese Rugby Union Federation's representative side, "Phoenix Select XV" competes in rugby matches against visiting United Nations Interim Force troop teams including teams from the French, Irish and Fijian battalions stationed in Southern Lebanon.
[citation needed] The Lebanese National Rugby Union Team, the "Phoenix" has participated in international tournaments and test matches since the inception of the Federation in 2009.
[2] While not being able to definitively single out a greatest career highlight, Sir Nicholas remembers with great fondness his selection in the nine-month tour of the United Kingdom, France and North America in 1947/48.
[2] During Sir Nicholas' era there were a number of Australians of Lebanese descent playing rugby union at grade or state level.
Michael made a successful transition into coaching winning the European Championship with Leinster Rugby Union Club.
Playing in the position of flanker, Brendon had an illustrious rugby career with Queensland from 1986 to 1992 before being selected to represent Australia as a Wallaby in 1989/90.