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Who is the new Valkyrie signing ? is it Carrie Roberts ? Just saw on social media ex international incoming and had a photo of England vs Canada. Pretty sure she played in that game.

Can’t wait for this weeks Saints v York match up. I hope both teams are at full strength again although I doubt that will be the case. was anyone else impressed by Lucie Sams on debut at 17yo, I thought her footwork was excellent and looked a natural footy player. She is an England RU under 18 international so hopefully she enjoys playing RL more.

Thanks, great insight. I haven’t seen the tackle but fair play to TJS for putting that to one side.

I watched it and it was unreal and as mentioned Emily Rudge was phenomenal.

I think that’s a fair review, they need to learn how to use Fran and she needs to get herself into better attacking positions. I think it will come. Tough start for Hollie Dodd too, tbf the Raiders looked pretty weak and I think only Parramatta looked worse.

I don’t think it’s been officially announced yet.

Erin Stott & Georgia Sutherland are cup tied so won’t be in the squad for Saints but they get Jodie Cunningham & Zoe Harris back. Gut feel is that Saints will handle the occasion better than The Valks.

Sadly but not unexpectedly Georgia Roche is not named in the Knights team for Round One. Still awaiting confirmation of the Cowboys & Raiders starting lineups. Goldthorp is tipped to start at fullback so hopefully we find out within the next few hours.

It will be interesting to see the match reports, Tara Jane Stanley came off injured late so hope she is ok for next week.

I’m tipping Leeds in this one, I’ve seen their recent performances and they have been awesome. Zoe Hornby has been in too form plus they have Hardcastle & Beevers back and playing great. Caitlin Casey has really developed well in the halves so it will be a great clash with Liv Gale who I think is a future international.

I find it strange why she arrived so late given the comp starts in just over 2 weeks. I hope she isn’t too far behind in fitness.

The game is currently being live streamed on YouTube. NRLW channel. 6-6 at halftime. Fran hasn’t had any opportunities yet but has made some tough hit ups.

I wonder why Amelia Brown hasn’t been snapped up by one of the top clubs, not that I want to see this happening. Lois Naidole hasn’t played for the Giants recently either, she is the impressive young backrower so maybe she could be on her way out. From my understanding, Erin Stott won’t be the last signing announcement by Saints.

I’d love to see a Women’s under 18 England Academy team tour Australia, that would be amazing. There is some great young talent currently at WSL clubs. What do you think ?

I really rate Erin Stott, classy player and still only 20 yo.

I’m working tomorrow but if I can I’ll head down to Burleigh for that one.

Agree, we’ll never know but it definitely felt like a game changer. Molly Jones has been really impressive this season so far.

Izzy Northrop just named player of the final, she didn’t show out much at the Giants but she has been exceptional for the Rhinos.

Well I really enjoyed that, young player’s development is so good to see and there was so many promising players on show. Ruby Enright was sensational for Leeds, if she stays injury free she could be anything. Beri Salihi, what a player and only 17yo.

Great young prospect but really didn’t expect that given Leeds have Keara Bennett, Jaz Cudjoe and a couple of others who can play hooker.

Yes disappointing and agree Grace Banks is the one player I’m keen to see in 9’s

I’ve been impressed with several players who have stepped up this season, so who is the most improved from this list ? 1. Tamzin Renouf - York 2. Izzy Northrop - Leeds 3. Ebony Partington - St Helens 4. Darcy Stott - St Helens 5. Sammi Simpson - Warrington 6. Anna Davies - Wigan

Nice to see Fran getting a bit of media up in Townsville, she was a guest on the Triple M network radio station the other day and she’s also been used in other promos for the Cowboys and in photo shoots. Hollie-Mae Dodd has had a little bit too but no word on Georgia Roche and I don’t even know if she’s in Oz yet.

Does anyone know what has happened to Bella Sykes at Huddersfield ? She was named captain earlier in the year and did a lot of media for them but is named as unattached in the England Knights squad and the Giants acknowledged the selection of Brown & Stott but not Sykes.

If Warrington are at full strength then they could put up a decent fight but 2 of their best players have been out for the past few games. Georgia Sutherland & Danni Bound, 2 genuine strike threats.