Rugby: England name squad for Nations Cup opener

July 29, 2024

England Women have named their side to take on Canada in the opening game of the Nations Cup at the University of Northern Colorado tomorrow, 30 July.

“We have had a very productive start to the tour,” said acting Head Coach Graham Smith.

“The side we’ve picked for the first game is a good blend of youth and experience with nine players from the recent New Zealand tour and potentially six new caps.

“In some ways this is a fact finding tour and we are under no illusion as to how tough it will be against three teams who are renowned for their physicality and finesse [Canada, South Africa and USA].

“Our main aim as a squad is on performance and individual development.”

The match kicks off 30 July at 10pm BST and will be streamed on www.usarugby.org/nations-cup.

Full team:

Kay Wilson (Bristol)
Julie Hope (Carlisle)
Abigail Chamberlain (Richmond)
Megan Goddard (Worcester)
Lydia Thompson (Worcester)
Ceri Large (Worcester, vice-captain)
Fiona Davidson (Richmond)
Rochelle Clark (Worcester)
Emma Croker (Richmond)
Laura Keates (Worcester)
Rebecca Essex (Richmond)
Rowena Burnfield (Richmond)
Sarah Hunter (Lichfield, captain)
Isabelle Noel-Smith (Bristol)
Harriet Millar-Mills (Lichfield)

Lizzie Flint, Sportsister
The Women’s Sports Magazine

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