NLD U18 Girls

2024/25 sees the launch of the NLD U18 Girls’ Extended Representative Development Programme (ERDP), an exciting new initiative designed to elevate the development of young female rugby players.

This season-long programme will provide enhanced development activities and align the needs of both the U18 Girls and Senior Women’s squads. It will include three County Rugby playing opportunities, with the goal of making this the standard model for U18 girls’ representative rugby in the future.

Our Aim
Our aim is to elevate rugby across NLD by sharpening individual skills, boosting technical understanding, and enhancing game management and decision-making.

Designed in collaboration with NLD Senior Coaches, this programme will ensure continuity and progression for players outside the current RFU Girls Player Pathway, bridging the gap from U16s to NLD Senior Women’s squads and higher levels of rugby

ERDP Team
The NLD U18 Girls team for the 2024/25 season has seen some updates to its leadership and coaching staff with Southwell Rugby Club serving as the team’s base.

• W&G’s Rep Rugby Lead: Neil Clack
• Manager: Elicia Hodgson
• Coaches: Andy McMahon, Martin Roberts, Sam Scott, Steven Hogg
• Strength & Conditioning Coach: Connor Powers

These changes, combined with the new base at Southwell Rugby Club, bring a fresh perspective and expertise to the team as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Please see the NLD AGR Calendar for details of the EDRP schedule.

We are thrilled to announce the exceptional players who have been selected for the U18Ws NLD Squad!

This achievement is a testament to their hard work, skill, and commitment to the game.

Each player has shown incredible dedication, and we couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments.

We look forward to watching these talented athletes represent the squad, and we know they’ll continue to inspire both on and off the field. Congratulations once again to all the players—your journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see what’s next!

Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s continue supporting these athletes as they prepare for the exciting challenges ahead.

NLD U18W kicked off their first NLD game of the 2024-25 season with a trip down to Peterborough to face East Midlands.

The girls came out strong, with vice-captain J. Burlinson crossing the line for the opening try after just 12 minutes!

East Midlands responded with four tries, including a final one just before halftime and O. Cepelak found space in the dying moments of the first half to score another for NLD, keeping us in the fight.

In the second half, East Midlands added three more tries, converting one.

Despite their momentum, our O. Cepelak powered over the line to add another try to the scoreboard for NLD.