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Another thriller at the Stoop

Quins v Trailfinders The game had the strangest start. Georgia Ponsonby and Alana Borland collided under pressure and both had to leave the field. Cristina Blanco and Emma Taylor, a late replacement, spent little time on the bench. For TF to persist to the end and squeeze out a victory spoke volumes for their attitude.

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PWR; look right, look left, look right again

We’ve reached the stage of the English season when different competitions wrestle for our attention. While head coaches of national sides are busy announcing their squads for next month’s 6 Nations, PWR clubs have just four more rounds of the regular schedule to complete. Tension rises. The tussle for that all-important fourth place could hardly

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Source: Sale Sharks

Valentine’s Day – No Love Lost

Today’s two PWR matches brought one inevitable win and one big upset. First, Gloucester-Hartpury v Harlequins in brief Glos-pury completed their tenth unblemished win in ten, to cement their place at the top. This was first versus third, so no wonder the half-time score reached only 19-10. The Kingsholm crowd was worried as Sam Monaghan

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PWR Round 10 – another cliff-hanger

Two matches – first Bristol Bears v Trailfinders, then Sale Sharks v Gloucester-Hartpury Both matches were played in miserably wet murky conditions. We were treated to another thriller at Shaftesbury Park, as Bears tried to get their season running properly. History tells us these contests tend to be close, but not at the start. After

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Trailfinders sign Tanya Kalounivale as injury cover

Trailfinders Women are delighted to confirm the signing of New Zealand international prop Tanya Kalounivale as injury cover until 31 March 2026. The 26-year-old tighthead prop joins Trailfinders after representing New Zealand at the recent Rugby World Cup. She has 27 caps for the Black Ferns and appeared five times during New Zealand’s RWC25 campaign

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Source: World Rugby

Trailfinders’ Julia Schell suffers severe injury

We can confirm that Julia Schell has sustained injuries to her anterior cruciate ligament in last weekend’s fixture against Saracens. The fullback has had a scan that confirmed the injury, and will now prepare for surgery and rehabilitation with the club. The Canadian has started every game so far for Trailfinders this season, registering 2

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Maiakawanakaulani Roos signs for Trailfinders

Trailfinders Women are delighted to confirm the signing of New Zealand international lock Maiakawanakaulani Roos as injury cover until the end of March 2026. The 24-year-old joins Trailfinders after representing New Zealand at the recent Rugby World Cup. Roos has 38 caps for the Black Ferns and played five times during the RWC25. She also

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Maya Montiel Signs For Trailfinders Women

Trailfinders Women have announced the signing of Canadian international prop Maya Montiel. The 26-year-old joins Trailfinders after representing Canada at the recent Rugby World Cup. Prior to her move to West London, Montiel spent four years at the StoneX with North London club Saracens. Known for her strength and athleticism, Montiel will bring power in

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Trailfinders sign Black Fern Georgia Ponsonby

Trailfinders have announced the signing of Black Fern, Georgia Ponsonby. A Rugby World Cup winner with New Zealand and a standout performer across both domestic and international competition, Ponsonby arrives in West London as one of the most complete forwards in the global game – a relentless ball carrier, defensive rock, and razor-sharp operator in the

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