Three Tigers named in England Women's squad
Tara-Jane Stanley, Hollie Dodd & Emma Lumley have been selected for England's squad against France on Saturday.
Fullback Stanley shone in the England international against Wales back in June and has been selected once again for the match.
Hollie Dodd has been impressive in 2021, with plenty of great performances especially in defence, it would be a just reward for her to take on France at the weekend. The young Tiger made her England debut against Wales in the summer, getting on the scoresheet too!
Meanwhile, Emma Lumley could also make her England debut! The Castleford captain was named in Craig Richards' squad for the June game against Wales but did not feature in the matchday 17. After a season leading from the front and putting in consistently high work rate performances in the middle of the field, we have our fingers crossed she can make her international maiden appearance!
In total there are four potential debutants with York duo Savannah Andrade and Olivia Wood, Castleford’s Emma Lumley and St Helens’ Rachael Woosey all named in the 20-Woman squad.
Head Coach Craig Richards said: “I’m delighted we have been able to name a host of new names in our squad to take on France. All four of the potential debutants have impressed me with their attitude and performances in the Betfred Women’s Super League and it has really created a strong competition for places within the squad. I am hopeful we will see at least two make their international debuts next weekend in Perpignan.
“This is another huge step on the road to the Rugby League World Cup and another great opportunity for players to prove what they can do on the international stage."
England Women Squad
Savannah Andrade (York City Knights)
Caitlin Beevers (Leeds Rhinos)
Leah Burke (St Helens)
Chantelle Crowl (St Helens)
Jodie Cunningham (St Helens)
Hollie Dodd (Castleford Tigers)
Grace Field (York City Knights)
Francesca Goldthorp (Leeds Rhinos)
Amy Hardcastle (St Helens)
Shona Hoyle (Huddersfield Giants)
Tara Jones (St Helens)
Emma Lumley (Castleford Tigers)
Victoria Molyneux (Wigan Warriors)
Emily Rudge (St Helens) - Captain
Tara-Jane Stanley (Castleford Tigers)
Beth Stott (St Helens)
Paige Travis (St Helens)
Vicky Whitfield (St Helens)
Olivia Wood (York City Knights)
Rachael Woosey (St Helens)