Rugby union in the Philippines

[1][2] Like many other Asian countries, early rugby in the Philippines was dominated by expatriates, who tended not to spread the game to the local population.

[2] Expatriates were of British, Australian, New Zealand, and to a lesser extent American of origin.

The game has since spread to the local population, the roots of which are in international schools, maritime institutions, and charitable foundations.

They also took part in the 2013 Rugby World Cup Sevens in Russia, wherein they were defeated by Japan in the Bowl quarterfinals.

[3] A salient feature of the union is the joint development and corporate social responsibility is the Foundation Club Program.