Trailfinders announce the signing of Niamh Swailes. Known for her versatility and explosiveness as a player, the 21-year-old arrives from Sale Sharks where she established herself as a consistent, standout performer. A Gateshead native, Swailes made her senior debut for Sale Sharks against Bristol Bears and began her rugby journey as a flanker before transitioning
Loughborough Lightning have locked in USA international Bulou Mataitoga on an extended contract. The versatile back joined the African Violets in 2021 and made her 50th appearance during February’s Premiership Women’s Rugby 2024/25 final round encounter with Trailfinders Women, at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens. Capable in the centres, wing and at fullback, the 31-year-old
Ealing Trailfinders have announced that Abi Burton has signed a new contract. The England forward has gone from strength-to-strength since joining Trailfinders Women in their inaugural year and has developed into a key member of the playing group. Having previously represented Great Britain in rugby sevens at the 2020 and 2024 Summer Olympics, Burton’s explosive
The Proteas women have been on a steady rise in recent years. While they’ve shown some inconsistency in bilateral series, their performances in knockout competitions have been strong — reaching two T20 finals and one ODI semi-final in their last three ICC events. As they gear up to face the West Indies in three T20Is
Co-hosts Millie Bright and Rachel Daly address Bright’s news on withdrawal from England’s Euro 2025 squad on The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness podcast In a world exclusive, Bright spoke in depth for the first time beyond her 4 June Instagram announcement. Elsewhere in the episode, Bright and Daly discussed how mental health is handled
New research published today by UK Coaching as part of UK Coaching Week has revealed how mums could be the answer to stopping the sharp decline in the number of female volunteer sports coaches, as other areas of women’s sport enjoy an unprecedented boom. With the proportion of female volunteer coaches falling sharply by 10%
There are thousands of events to choose from in the UK alone, let alone the rest of the world. So, how are you supposed to know which is best to take on next? We’ve got you covered. Look no further than the upcoming Blenheim Palace Triathlon, taking place from 7 – 8 June. Here are
Durham Cricket women vs Lancashire Thunder women (match 6 league one ‘double-header’) at Chester-le-Street, Banks Homes Riverside on Sunday, 1 June 2025 Northern derby won by Thunder women whose bowlers took unprecedented double-wickets during four single overs. Home-team commentators realised that certain players were missing, either ‘preparing for The Hundred,’ or recovering from injury. The
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) and Gallagher Insurance, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services company, today announce a landmark partnership at a special launch event held at the All Blacks Experience in Auckland. The partnership brings together two globally recognised brands united by shared values of integrity, excellence, and community impact. Gallagher becomes
Trailfinders have announced the signing of Canadian full-back Claire Gallagher ahead of the new season. Gallagher joins from fellow Premiership Women’s Rugby side Leicester Tigers, where she featured alongside newly announced Trailfinders, Meg Jones and Francesca McGhie. Since winning her first international cap in 2023 against New Zealand the Canadian playmaker has further honed her
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