Talking Rugby Union brings you the latest news and exclusive interviews from the world of women's rugby including articles from the Allianz Premier 15s and the international scene.
Gloucester-Hartpury have announced the signing of England international prop Maud Muir from Premier 15s rivals Wasps.
Marlie Packer scored two tries as Saracens defeated Exeter Chiefs 43-21 at Sixways to win the final of the Premier 15s.
With the Allianz Premier 15s final on the horizon, Saracens skipper Lotte Clapp talked to TRU about righting the wrongs of last year, how the competition has changed and her international aspirations.
Their quest for the Allianz Premier 15s title is the number one priority for Exeter Chiefs co-captain Kate Zackary as exciting opportunities both domestically and internationally lie in wait.
The 23-year-old has enjoyed a successful campaign for both club and country but Galligan isn’t ready to close the book on this season.
Ahead of the Red Roses’ TikTok Women’s Six Nations decider against France this weekend in Bayonne, England fly-half Zoe Harrison spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about the decisive game and playing in front of record crowds.
With the BUCS Women’s National League Final coming to Sixways this week, two-time BUCS winning coach, Jo Yapp, spoke to TRU about her all-beating University of Exeter team and her current role with Worcester Warriors Women.
Ahead of England’s TikTok Women’s Six Nations clash with Wales at Kingsholm, Gloucester-Hartpury full-back Emma Sing spoke to TRU's Joe Harvey about her path to the Red Roses and the upcoming BUCS final between Hartpury and Edinburgh.
Red Roses centre Holly Aitchison spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about her road to playing for the world’s number one team as the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand draws ever closer.
The Worcester Warriors prop has shaved off her hair in order to raise money for Macmillian and support her mother after she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Setback after setback is all DMP Durham Sharks have experienced this season, but the unique environment at the Allianz Premier 15s club means they are continuing to fight and strive for improvements.
Injuries have meant the last 12 months have been frustrating for the England international, but she is focused on making 2022 a memorable year for both club and country.
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The Welsh international, who plies her trade for Saracens, spoke to TRU's Elizabeth Cartwright about the introduction of professional contracts by the WRU and why this is just the start of their journey.
The Red Roses are heading into a World Cup year with confidence coursing through their veins, but it is not just on the pitch where positive strides have been made.
The Women’s Rugby Association (WRA) will act for Premier 15s players, plus Waterman also reflects on another strong year for the Red Roses.
Worcester Warriors Women have announced the signing of Scotland international Lisa Cockburn from DMP Durham Sharks with immediate effect.
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Meet rugby player Jodie Ounsley, the trailblazer who is profoundly deaf and continues to break down barriers within women's sport both on and off the pitch.
The USA lock spoke to Joe Harvey about her move to Worcester Warriors, working full-time from afar and coming up against the Red Roses on Sunday.
Ahead of England’s encounter with Canada at the Stoop, TRU’s Joe Harvey spoke to Saracens teammates Hannah Botterman and Alex Ellis who are facing one another on Sunday afternoon.
Poppy Cleall gets the chance to lead her England side out on Sunday as they look to record back-to-back wins over New Zealand.
In an exclusive chat with TRU, the Saracens full-back looks ahead to the short-term and long-term future for England as Simon Middleton’s side prepare to face New Zealand.
England face world champions New Zealand on Sunday at Sandy Park and the Exeter influence is wider than just the venue for this opening autumn international.
The fourth round of the Allianz Premier 15s saw Bristol Bears Women and Saracens Women maintain their winning streak while Loughborough Lightning, Exeter Chiefs Women and Harlequins also had victories.
With BUCS Super Rugby kicking off this week and the university game clicking back into life, the recognition this level of the sport is receiving is only increasing.
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Harlequins' Rachael Burford and Worcester's Stef Evans continually strive to break down barriers within the sport and the prospect of a women's Lions tour excites the Allianz Premier 15s duo.
Combining her role with captaining Gloucester-Hartpury in the Allianz Premier 15s and coaching the university side in the BUCS National League, Natasha Hunt exclusively spoke to TRU about the pathway the club are providing.
As the season 2021/22 season prepares to get underway, TRU Columnist Charlie Beckett has taken a look at a tournament that has just finished, The Hundred, and what he feels that rugby can learn from the new tournament.
Harlequins Women have confirmed that Scotland fullback Chloe Rollie has parted ways with the Allianz Premier 15s club.
Saracens Women have confirmed that five players have penned new deals with the Allianz Premier 15s club.
Saracens Women have confirmed that prop Donna Rose will be remaining with the club for the 2021/22 season.
May Campbell becomes the latest Saracens Women player to commit her immediate future with the club.
Saracens Women have confirmed that captain Lotte Clapp becomes the latest player to commit her immediate future with the club.
Saracens Women have announced that fly-half Zoe Harrison has penned a new deal with the club.
Saracens have announced that England Women's international Sarah McKenna has penned a new one-year contract.
The fixtures for the 2021/22 season of the Allianz Premier 15s has been announced with the introduction of Allianz Cup.
Worcester Women have announced that England duo Jo Brown and Caity Mattinson have inked new deals with the club ahead of the 2021/22 Allianz Premier 15s season.
After a year full of achievements for Poppy Cleall, the England star chatted to TRU’s Elizabeth Cartwright to reflect on the last 12 months and look ahead to the World Cup.
Harlequins managed to overcome Saracens dominance in the Alliance Premier 15s as they secured the title for the first time with a 25-17 win in the final.
May Campbell on the joy of having her parents at this weekend's Allianz Premier 15s final, playing alongside internationals and her journey to Saracens.