New group to support women in Rugby League

[League Express]

A new organisation has been set up to celebrate and support the women who work in, play, watch and support the sport of Rugby League.

Her Rugby League Association was created by Angela Powers, a Sky Sports reporter who has been involved in covering the game for 15 years.

"I have always been quietly proud of the fact that Rugby League appeals to and attracts so many women, even though it is played predominantly by men and is characterised by aggressive contact," she said.

"Despite its combative nature, it has grown to be considered the sport for all the family, and that is reflected in the make up of the crowd and the warm and friendly atmosphere most people experience at live games.

"Her Rugby League Association's main objective is to promote the sport to new audiences by highlighting the part that women play in the game.  By celebrating the positive aspects of the sport - and dispelling some outdated and inaccurate myths about who actually watches and plays it - Her RLA believes that those who have never played or watched a game might be tempted to 'give it a go'.

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[Larry the Leit]

Sounds like a great idea, and if it keeps Angela off our screens a bit all the better.

[Victoria Dawson]

Women’s involvement in the development of rugby league has a very rich history. Her Rugby League Association is not only here to champion, promote and support the many women involved in rugby league today, but also to celebrate those remarkable women that made invaluable contributions in the past.

 

It's a fantastic initiative and I'm delighted to be part of it. Please support Her RLA!