England Rugby Women's Team for Nations Cup 2009
By Kath 10/8/09
August 10 2009
England Women's Head Coach Gary Street has named his team for tonight's (Monday) Nations Cup opener against the USA, kick off 1130pm BST, in Toronto, Canada.
England Women's Rugby Team Announced for Nations Cup 10/8/09
England the defending Nations Cup Champions have named a strong starting line-up for the opening clash of the tournament, which includes Bristol's Catherine Spencer as captain and Darlington Mowden Parks' Katy McLean as vice captain. Wasps' Heather Fisher will also make her first start for England following her impressive performances for England in this year's Rugby World Cup 7s which saw England lift the Plate title.
England Captain Spencer said: "Preparations have been going really well out here in Canada and now we're really excited to take to the field for our first game against the USA. The USA are a very physical outfit and there's no doubt that this first test will be a seriously tough challenge for us."
Flanker Fisher added: "I am hugely excited about getting my first cap. I have been lucky enough to have been capped for England in the Rugby World Cup 7s but this is my first senior XVs start. Having waited a very long time for this honour I'll definitely be making the most of this opportunity. The USA will be very physical and as a number 7 this is exactly the sort of game I like to play."
The Nations Cup is the start of a busy season for the England team, with the IRB Women's Rugby World Cup in London in 12 months. Before that England will also play the reigning World Champions New Zealand in three back-to-back tests, including the Investec Challenge Series Double Header at Twickenham Stadium on November 21st. They will also begin their defence of the RBS 6 Nations in February.
The Nations Cup provides England with an ideal competitive start to the new season with the USA, Canada, France and South Africa all involved, with all but South Africa finishing in the top five of the last rugby world cup in 2006.
England Head Coach Street added: "The Nations Cup is a great opportunity to play quality opposition. Our preparations have been excellent and the USA will be a fantastic test. We are expecting a tough physical contest as part of this four game tournament but this will give us an ideal build up towards the Rugby World Cup in London next year."
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England
15 Charlotte Barras Saracens
14 Katherine Merchant Worcester
13 Emily Scarratt Lichfield
12 Alice Richardson Richmond
11 Fiona Pocock Richmond
10 Katy McLean Darlington Mowden Park Sharks VC
9 Amy Turner Richmond
1 Rochelle Clark Team Northumbria
2 Amy Garnett Saracens
3 Sophie Hemming Bristol Rugby
4 Sarah Beale Lichfield
5 Jo McGilchrist Wasps
6 Karen Jones Richmond
7 Heather Fisher Wasps
8 Catherine Spencer Bristol Rugby Captain
Replacements:
16 Claire Purdy Wasps
17 Katy Storie Team Northumbria
18 Becky Essex Richmond
19 Gemma Sharples Worcester
20 Georgina Rozario Plymouth Albion
21 Danielle Waterman Team Northumbria
22 Kim Oliver Bristol Rugby
England Nations Cup playing schedule:
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v USA August 10th KO 1130pm
England v France August 13th KO 630pm
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm
England Rugby Women's Team for Nations Cup 2009
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Date: 10/08/2009 10:55
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England Women open Nations Cup campaign with six try win
Posted by: England Women Rugby (IP Logged)
Date: 11/08/2009 10:07
England 36 USA 7
England Women began their defence of the Nations Cup last night (Monday) in fine style with a 36-7 victory over the USA in Toronto.
The reigning Nations Cup and RBS 6 Nations champions ran in six tries to clinch the victory, with a powerful second-half outing proving crucial.
Leading just 10-7 at the break, second-half tries from Lichfield's Sarah Beale and braces from Richmond's Fiona Pocock and Lichfield's Emily Scarratt secured the comfortable win. New cap Heather Fisher was also at the heart of England's attacking platform, helping to set up one of the tries.
England Head Coach Gary Street said: "Just as expected, it was a physical challenge from the outset and the USA started brightly. We knew, however, that our conditioning would take over and eventually our superior skill set showed and we dominated the second half in territory and possession. It was a good start overall, and we're really looking forward to playing France on Thursday when we can test ourselves again."
England Captain Catherine Spencer added: "We have made a fantastic start to this tournament but it's important for us to build on this momentum for our next test against France. Heather Fisher played extremely well in her first cap, putting pressure on the Americans at every opportunity. She made a fantastic impact on the game and it was a pleasure to play alongside her in the back row."
The USA made an impressive start to the clash, opening the score-sheet after just eight minutes when they intercepted England's ball. Saracens' Charlotte Barras showed good speed to try and stop the USA but the Americans held firm and wing Amy Daniels went over. With Stephanie Bruce adding the conversion the USA led 7-0 after eight minutes.
The tourists immediately hit back and stole a line-out ball to gain the advantage. The ball was then passed out-wide through Scarratt and Saracens' Amy Garnett. Garnett showed great footwork and skill to draw her defender in before offloading to a full stretched Jo McGilchrist, who used her height to stretch over and score.
Katy McLean couldn't kick the conversion, but England crucially took a morale boosting 10-7 into the break when Scarratt broke a tackle before off-loading to Richardson. Richardson then set-up Pocock with a great pass for the young wing to score in the corner.
England upped the momentum after the restart when prop Rochelle Clark cut a good line from a McLean pass. Clark was pulled up just short of the line, but Beale was following in support and she showed superb strength to score just left of the posts. McLean converted on 47 minutes to hand England a 17-7 lead.
In open play Richardson got the ball out to Fisher, who cut a good line, to get round her defender and set-up Scarratt, who showed great strength to score under the posts for England's fourth try. McLean again converted.
With just minutes to go before the final whistle England were as determined as ever to put more points on the board and they did just that with Pocock and Scarratt adding another two tries in four minutes.
After a good scrum, England's pack drove forward with tremendous strength. The ball was then recycled out to the backline. Scarratt was tackled just short of the line but Pocock was in support and scored, handing her a personal tally of ten tries in ten games.
Scarratt then added her second try when a well executed move opened up a gap in the defence for the Lichfield youngster to run in with ease. For Scarratt this was her 11th try in ten games. With McLean adding her third conversion England took the 36-7 victory.
England
15 Charlotte Barras (Saracens), 14 Katherine Merchant (Worcester), 13 Emily Scarratt (Lichfield), 12 Alice Richardson (Richmond), 11 Fiona Pocock (Richmond), 10 Katy McLean (Darlington Mowden Park Sharks) VC, 9 Amy Turner (Richmond), 1 Rochelle Clark (Team Northumbria), 2 Amy Garnett (Saracens), 3 Sophie Hemming (Bristol Rugby), 4 Sarah Beale (Lichfield), 5 Jo McGilchrist (Wasps), 6 Karen Jones (Richmond), 7 Heather Fisher (Wasps), 8 Catherine Spencer (Bristol Rugby) Captain.
Replacements: 16 Claire Purdy (Wasps), 17 Katy Storie (Team Northumbria), 18 Becky Essex (Richmond), 19 Gemma Sharples (Worcester), 20 Georgina Rozario (Plymouth Albion), 21 Danielle Waterman (Team Northumbria), 22 Kim Oliver (Bristol Rugby)
Tries: McGilchrist, Pocock (2), Beale, Scarratt (2),
Conversions: McLean (3)
Substitutions: Waterman for Barras (53), Essex for McGilchrist (53), Storie for Hemming (62), Purdy for Garnett (62), Oliver for Richardson (62)
England Women began their defence of the Nations Cup last night (Monday) in fine style with a 36-7 victory over the USA in Toronto.
The reigning Nations Cup and RBS 6 Nations champions ran in six tries to clinch the victory, with a powerful second-half outing proving crucial.
Leading just 10-7 at the break, second-half tries from Lichfield's Sarah Beale and braces from Richmond's Fiona Pocock and Lichfield's Emily Scarratt secured the comfortable win. New cap Heather Fisher was also at the heart of England's attacking platform, helping to set up one of the tries.
England Head Coach Gary Street said: "Just as expected, it was a physical challenge from the outset and the USA started brightly. We knew, however, that our conditioning would take over and eventually our superior skill set showed and we dominated the second half in territory and possession. It was a good start overall, and we're really looking forward to playing France on Thursday when we can test ourselves again."
England Captain Catherine Spencer added: "We have made a fantastic start to this tournament but it's important for us to build on this momentum for our next test against France. Heather Fisher played extremely well in her first cap, putting pressure on the Americans at every opportunity. She made a fantastic impact on the game and it was a pleasure to play alongside her in the back row."
The USA made an impressive start to the clash, opening the score-sheet after just eight minutes when they intercepted England's ball. Saracens' Charlotte Barras showed good speed to try and stop the USA but the Americans held firm and wing Amy Daniels went over. With Stephanie Bruce adding the conversion the USA led 7-0 after eight minutes.
The tourists immediately hit back and stole a line-out ball to gain the advantage. The ball was then passed out-wide through Scarratt and Saracens' Amy Garnett. Garnett showed great footwork and skill to draw her defender in before offloading to a full stretched Jo McGilchrist, who used her height to stretch over and score.
Katy McLean couldn't kick the conversion, but England crucially took a morale boosting 10-7 into the break when Scarratt broke a tackle before off-loading to Richardson. Richardson then set-up Pocock with a great pass for the young wing to score in the corner.
England upped the momentum after the restart when prop Rochelle Clark cut a good line from a McLean pass. Clark was pulled up just short of the line, but Beale was following in support and she showed superb strength to score just left of the posts. McLean converted on 47 minutes to hand England a 17-7 lead.
In open play Richardson got the ball out to Fisher, who cut a good line, to get round her defender and set-up Scarratt, who showed great strength to score under the posts for England's fourth try. McLean again converted.
With just minutes to go before the final whistle England were as determined as ever to put more points on the board and they did just that with Pocock and Scarratt adding another two tries in four minutes.
After a good scrum, England's pack drove forward with tremendous strength. The ball was then recycled out to the backline. Scarratt was tackled just short of the line but Pocock was in support and scored, handing her a personal tally of ten tries in ten games.
Scarratt then added her second try when a well executed move opened up a gap in the defence for the Lichfield youngster to run in with ease. For Scarratt this was her 11th try in ten games. With McLean adding her third conversion England took the 36-7 victory.
England
15 Charlotte Barras (Saracens), 14 Katherine Merchant (Worcester), 13 Emily Scarratt (Lichfield), 12 Alice Richardson (Richmond), 11 Fiona Pocock (Richmond), 10 Katy McLean (Darlington Mowden Park Sharks) VC, 9 Amy Turner (Richmond), 1 Rochelle Clark (Team Northumbria), 2 Amy Garnett (Saracens), 3 Sophie Hemming (Bristol Rugby), 4 Sarah Beale (Lichfield), 5 Jo McGilchrist (Wasps), 6 Karen Jones (Richmond), 7 Heather Fisher (Wasps), 8 Catherine Spencer (Bristol Rugby) Captain.
Replacements: 16 Claire Purdy (Wasps), 17 Katy Storie (Team Northumbria), 18 Becky Essex (Richmond), 19 Gemma Sharples (Worcester), 20 Georgina Rozario (Plymouth Albion), 21 Danielle Waterman (Team Northumbria), 22 Kim Oliver (Bristol Rugby)
Tries: McGilchrist, Pocock (2), Beale, Scarratt (2),
Conversions: McLean (3)
Substitutions: Waterman for Barras (53), Essex for McGilchrist (53), Storie for Hemming (62), Purdy for Garnett (62), Oliver for Richardson (62)
England Women's team announced for penultimate Nations Cup clash
Posted by: England Women Rugby (IP Logged)
Date: 18/08/2009 15:51
England Women's Head Coach Gary Street has named his starting line-up for Wednesday's penultimate Nations Cup clash against South Africa in Toronto, kick-off 930pm (BST).
Having already beaten the USA and France England go into the game on course to clinch the round robin tournament for a second year on the bounce, and at the same time add to the RBS 6 Nations title they have already won this year.
England captain Catherine Spencer returns to the starting line-up after being rested against France while Saracens' Charlotte Barras is named as vice-captain and switches to full back. Lichfield's Olivia Poore, Plymouth Albion's Georgina Rozario and Saracens' Rachael Burford also get their first Nations Cup starts of the tournament.
England's Street said: "We are very looking forward to the next game. It's going to be great to play against new opposition. South Africa have improved tremendously since the last World Cup and England versus South Africa is always a huge game in world rugby."
England Captain Spencer added: "We have not played against South Africa since 2006 so we are very much looking forward to running out against them on Wednesday. They are an ever improving side who have some very talented individuals so we need to be clinical in everything that we do. We are playing in increasingly hot conditions here in Canada but I am confident that our fitness and conditioning will help us to overcome this additional challenge."
England
15 Charlotte Barras (VC) Saracens
14 Katherine Merchant Worcester
13 Claire Allan Saracens
12 Rachael Burford Saracens
11 Fiona Pocock Richmond
10 Alice Richardson Richmond
9 Georgina Rozario Plymouth Albion
1 Claire Purdy Wasps
2 Olivia Poore Lichfield
3 Katy Storie Team Northumbria
4 Sarah Beale Lichfield
5 Rebecca Essex Richmond
6 Karen Jones Richmond
7 Heather Fisher Wasps
8 Catherine Spencer Captain Bristol
Replacements:
16 Amy Garnett Saracens
17 Sophie Hemming Bristol
18 Jo McGilchrist Wasps
19 Gemma Sharples Worcester
20 Amy Turner Richmond
21 Kim Oliver Bristol
22 Danielle Waterman Team Northumbria
Nations Cup tournament table
England P2 10pts
France P3 6pts
Canada P2 6pts
USA P2 5pts
SA P3 2 pts
Win: 4pts, Draw: 2pts, Bonus point for scoring four tries or losing by seven points
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v USA August 10th KO 1130pm WON 36-7
England v France August 13th KO 630pm WON 43-8
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm
Having already beaten the USA and France England go into the game on course to clinch the round robin tournament for a second year on the bounce, and at the same time add to the RBS 6 Nations title they have already won this year.
England captain Catherine Spencer returns to the starting line-up after being rested against France while Saracens' Charlotte Barras is named as vice-captain and switches to full back. Lichfield's Olivia Poore, Plymouth Albion's Georgina Rozario and Saracens' Rachael Burford also get their first Nations Cup starts of the tournament.
England's Street said: "We are very looking forward to the next game. It's going to be great to play against new opposition. South Africa have improved tremendously since the last World Cup and England versus South Africa is always a huge game in world rugby."
England Captain Spencer added: "We have not played against South Africa since 2006 so we are very much looking forward to running out against them on Wednesday. They are an ever improving side who have some very talented individuals so we need to be clinical in everything that we do. We are playing in increasingly hot conditions here in Canada but I am confident that our fitness and conditioning will help us to overcome this additional challenge."
England
15 Charlotte Barras (VC) Saracens
14 Katherine Merchant Worcester
13 Claire Allan Saracens
12 Rachael Burford Saracens
11 Fiona Pocock Richmond
10 Alice Richardson Richmond
9 Georgina Rozario Plymouth Albion
1 Claire Purdy Wasps
2 Olivia Poore Lichfield
3 Katy Storie Team Northumbria
4 Sarah Beale Lichfield
5 Rebecca Essex Richmond
6 Karen Jones Richmond
7 Heather Fisher Wasps
8 Catherine Spencer Captain Bristol
Replacements:
16 Amy Garnett Saracens
17 Sophie Hemming Bristol
18 Jo McGilchrist Wasps
19 Gemma Sharples Worcester
20 Amy Turner Richmond
21 Kim Oliver Bristol
22 Danielle Waterman Team Northumbria
Nations Cup tournament table
England P2 10pts
France P3 6pts
Canada P2 6pts
USA P2 5pts
SA P3 2 pts
Win: 4pts, Draw: 2pts, Bonus point for scoring four tries or losing by seven points
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v France August 13th KO 630pm WON 43-8
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm
Re: England Rugby Women's Team for Nations Cup 2009
Posted by: England Women Rugby (IP Logged)
Date: 20/08/2009 16:50
England Women clinch Nations Cup
England Women were crowned Nations Cup champions last night (Wednesday) after a bonus point victory against South Africa in the third round on the round-robin tournament in Toronto.
The Red Roses, who are also the reigning RBS 6 Nations champions, clinched the title for the second year on the bounce despite a slightly mediocre performance against the Springboks. And with Canada losing 15-10 to the USA last night also, England now have an unassailable lead going into the final round on Saturday against hosts Canada.
England had to work hard for the win and failed to put a point on the board until the 30th minute of the game. It was South Africa that started the game brightly, putting pressure on England and pinning them into their own half. The Springboks were the first to create opportunities but with England defending well they prevented them from scoring also. And with South Africa missing an early penalty England slowly clawed their way back into the game.
Worcester wing Kat Merchant, who scored a hat-trick of tries in England's victory over France, broke England's duck on 34 minutes when some good clean ball from a line-out saw the ball moved out to the mid-field. A good drive then saw the ball recycled out to the backs and with Saracens' Charlotte Barras executing a good pass she put Merchant into space for an easy finish. Richmond's Alice Richardson successfully struck the conversion and then a penalty moments later to hand England a 10-0 lead at half-time.
The second-half was, however, a different story for England and they dominated rarely letting South Africa out of their half. With 45 minutes gone on the clock, vice-captain Barras added England's second try. It was Saracens' Claire Allan who made the break, followed by some excellent work by the pack. The ball was then popped out to the backs who moved the ball down the line quickly to create space for Barras to dive over in the corner.
A lightning break down the right wing by Merchant and then a clever chip up field then saw Saracens' Rachael Burford collect and score her first try of the tournament handing England a 20-0 lead.
The Springboks continued to cause England problems, and although they couldn't cross the line, England continued to make some basic errors leaving them having to wait until the 80th minute of the game to wrap up the victory and the tournament win with full back Barras pouncing on the ball and sprinting past the Boks' last line of defence to score.
England Head Coach Gary Street: "I'm disappointed with the number of unforced errors we made during the game. This made it difficult for us but full credit must go to South Africa who took the game to us especially in the first half.
"We are delighted that we have won the tournament for the second year, and to do it away from home too against some very competitive competition. It has given us a very useful insight into where we are ahead of a World Cup year, but there is still one game to go and we must improve on this performance against Canada on Saturday and come back stronger."
England Captain Catherine Spencer added: "South Africa were very tough physical opponents and we had to dig deep for our 25 points. We didn't play our best game and made too many basic errors. Having said that we have played some very good rugby over our last three games and we have won the Nations Cup."
England
15 Charlotte Barras (VC) (Saracens), 14 Katherine Merchant (Worcester), 13 Claire Allan (Saracens), 12 Rachael Burford (Saracens), 11 Fiona Pocock (Richmond), 10 Alice Richardson (Richmond), 9 Georgina Rozario (Plymouth Albion) 1 Claire Purdy (Wasps), 2 Olivia Poore (Lichfield), 3 Katy Storie (Team Northumbria), 4 Becky Essex (Richmond) 5 Jo McGilchrist (Wasps), 6 Karen Jones(Richmond), 7 Heather Fisher (Wasps), 8 Catherine Spencer C (Bristol). Replacements:16 Amy Garnett (Saracens), 17 Sophie Hemming (Bristol), 18 Rochelle Clark (Team Northumbria)), 19 Gemma Sharples (Worcester), 20 Amy Turner (Richmond), 21 Danielle Waterman (Team Northumbria), 22 Kim Oliver (Bristol)
Tries: Merchant, Barras (2) Burford
Conversions: Richardson
Penalties: Richardson
Substitutions: Turner for Rozario, Waterman for Pocock (44), Garnett for Poore, Sharples for Fisher (49), Hemming for Storie, Clark for Purdy (59), Oliver for Allan (68).
Nations Cup tournament table
England P3 15pts
USA P3 9pts
Canada P3 7pts
France P3 6pts
South Africa P4 2pts
Win: 4pts, Draw: 2pts, Bonus point for scoring four tries or losing by seven points
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v USA August 10th KO 1130pm WON 36-7
England v France August 13th KO 630pm WON 43-8
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm WON 25-0
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm
England Women were crowned Nations Cup champions last night (Wednesday) after a bonus point victory against South Africa in the third round on the round-robin tournament in Toronto.
The Red Roses, who are also the reigning RBS 6 Nations champions, clinched the title for the second year on the bounce despite a slightly mediocre performance against the Springboks. And with Canada losing 15-10 to the USA last night also, England now have an unassailable lead going into the final round on Saturday against hosts Canada.
England had to work hard for the win and failed to put a point on the board until the 30th minute of the game. It was South Africa that started the game brightly, putting pressure on England and pinning them into their own half. The Springboks were the first to create opportunities but with England defending well they prevented them from scoring also. And with South Africa missing an early penalty England slowly clawed their way back into the game.
Worcester wing Kat Merchant, who scored a hat-trick of tries in England's victory over France, broke England's duck on 34 minutes when some good clean ball from a line-out saw the ball moved out to the mid-field. A good drive then saw the ball recycled out to the backs and with Saracens' Charlotte Barras executing a good pass she put Merchant into space for an easy finish. Richmond's Alice Richardson successfully struck the conversion and then a penalty moments later to hand England a 10-0 lead at half-time.
The second-half was, however, a different story for England and they dominated rarely letting South Africa out of their half. With 45 minutes gone on the clock, vice-captain Barras added England's second try. It was Saracens' Claire Allan who made the break, followed by some excellent work by the pack. The ball was then popped out to the backs who moved the ball down the line quickly to create space for Barras to dive over in the corner.
A lightning break down the right wing by Merchant and then a clever chip up field then saw Saracens' Rachael Burford collect and score her first try of the tournament handing England a 20-0 lead.
The Springboks continued to cause England problems, and although they couldn't cross the line, England continued to make some basic errors leaving them having to wait until the 80th minute of the game to wrap up the victory and the tournament win with full back Barras pouncing on the ball and sprinting past the Boks' last line of defence to score.
England Head Coach Gary Street: "I'm disappointed with the number of unforced errors we made during the game. This made it difficult for us but full credit must go to South Africa who took the game to us especially in the first half.
"We are delighted that we have won the tournament for the second year, and to do it away from home too against some very competitive competition. It has given us a very useful insight into where we are ahead of a World Cup year, but there is still one game to go and we must improve on this performance against Canada on Saturday and come back stronger."
England Captain Catherine Spencer added: "South Africa were very tough physical opponents and we had to dig deep for our 25 points. We didn't play our best game and made too many basic errors. Having said that we have played some very good rugby over our last three games and we have won the Nations Cup."
England
15 Charlotte Barras (VC) (Saracens), 14 Katherine Merchant (Worcester), 13 Claire Allan (Saracens), 12 Rachael Burford (Saracens), 11 Fiona Pocock (Richmond), 10 Alice Richardson (Richmond), 9 Georgina Rozario (Plymouth Albion) 1 Claire Purdy (Wasps), 2 Olivia Poore (Lichfield), 3 Katy Storie (Team Northumbria), 4 Becky Essex (Richmond) 5 Jo McGilchrist (Wasps), 6 Karen Jones(Richmond), 7 Heather Fisher (Wasps), 8 Catherine Spencer C (Bristol). Replacements:16 Amy Garnett (Saracens), 17 Sophie Hemming (Bristol), 18 Rochelle Clark (Team Northumbria)), 19 Gemma Sharples (Worcester), 20 Amy Turner (Richmond), 21 Danielle Waterman (Team Northumbria), 22 Kim Oliver (Bristol)
Tries: Merchant, Barras (2) Burford
Conversions: Richardson
Penalties: Richardson
Substitutions: Turner for Rozario, Waterman for Pocock (44), Garnett for Poore, Sharples for Fisher (49), Hemming for Storie, Clark for Purdy (59), Oliver for Allan (68).
Nations Cup tournament table
England P3 15pts
USA P3 9pts
Canada P3 7pts
France P3 6pts
South Africa P4 2pts
Win: 4pts, Draw: 2pts, Bonus point for scoring four tries or losing by seven points
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v USA August 10th KO 1130pm WON 36-7
England v France August 13th KO 630pm WON 43-8
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm WON 25-0
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm
England Women's team announced for final Nations Cup clash
Posted by: England Women Rugby (IP Logged)
Date: 21/08/2009 15:19
England Women's Head Coach Gary Street has today named his team for the final clash of the Nations Cup against hosts Canada tomorrow (Saturday), kick-off 10pm BST in Toronto.
England go into the game hoping to retain their 100 percent clean sheet in the tournament. With impressive wins over the USA, France and South Africa England secured the Nations Cup title on Wednesday evening, but Street is adamant his side must finish the tournament on a high.
Street, whose side have also won the RBS 6 Nations this season said: "This match is an opportunity for us to complete the job, a real challenge for us to play to the best of our abilities and complete an unbeaten tour. Canada will be a really tough test but we are confident in our own ability to make it a thrilling end to our tour."
England Captain Catherine Spencer added: "Although we are going into this last game top of the table having already won the tournament, we need to put a full 80 minute performance out against Canada. We have played patches of very good rugby over the last three games but we must complete the performance on Saturday. Canada are a tough side and playing them at home in the final stages of the competition means that we really need to be on top of our game."
The USA are also in action against France, kick-off 8pm BST. You can watch all the Nations Cup games on [www.ustream.tv]
England
15 Danielle Waterman Team Northumbria
14 Katherine Merchant Worcester
13 Emily Scarratt Lichfield
12 Alice Richardson Richmond
11 Fiona Pocock Richmond
10 Katy McLean Darlington Mowden Park Sharks
9 Amy Turner Richmond
1 Rochelle Clark Team Northumbria
2 Amy Garnett Saracens
3 Sophie Hemming Bristol
4 Rebecca Essex Richmond
5 Jo McGilchrist Wasps
6 Sarah Hunter Lichfield
7 Heather Fisher Wasps
8 Catherine Spencer © Bristol
Replacements:
16 Olivia Poore Lichfield
17 Katy Storie Team Northumbria
18 Karen Jones Richmond
19 Charlotte Barras Saracens
20 George Rozario Plymouth Albion
21 Rachael Burford Saracens
22 Claire Allan Saracens
Nations Cup tournament table
England P3 15pts
USA P3 9pts
Canada P3 7pts
France P3 6pts
South Africa P4 2pts
Win: 4pts, Draw: 2pts, Bonus point for scoring four tries or losing by seven points
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v USA August 10th KO 1130pm WON 36-7
England v France August 13th KO 630pm WON 43-8
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm WON 25-0
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm
England go into the game hoping to retain their 100 percent clean sheet in the tournament. With impressive wins over the USA, France and South Africa England secured the Nations Cup title on Wednesday evening, but Street is adamant his side must finish the tournament on a high.
Street, whose side have also won the RBS 6 Nations this season said: "This match is an opportunity for us to complete the job, a real challenge for us to play to the best of our abilities and complete an unbeaten tour. Canada will be a really tough test but we are confident in our own ability to make it a thrilling end to our tour."
England Captain Catherine Spencer added: "Although we are going into this last game top of the table having already won the tournament, we need to put a full 80 minute performance out against Canada. We have played patches of very good rugby over the last three games but we must complete the performance on Saturday. Canada are a tough side and playing them at home in the final stages of the competition means that we really need to be on top of our game."
The USA are also in action against France, kick-off 8pm BST. You can watch all the Nations Cup games on [www.ustream.tv]
England
15 Danielle Waterman Team Northumbria
14 Katherine Merchant Worcester
13 Emily Scarratt Lichfield
12 Alice Richardson Richmond
11 Fiona Pocock Richmond
10 Katy McLean Darlington Mowden Park Sharks
9 Amy Turner Richmond
1 Rochelle Clark Team Northumbria
2 Amy Garnett Saracens
3 Sophie Hemming Bristol
4 Rebecca Essex Richmond
5 Jo McGilchrist Wasps
6 Sarah Hunter Lichfield
7 Heather Fisher Wasps
8 Catherine Spencer © Bristol
Replacements:
16 Olivia Poore Lichfield
17 Katy Storie Team Northumbria
18 Karen Jones Richmond
19 Charlotte Barras Saracens
20 George Rozario Plymouth Albion
21 Rachael Burford Saracens
22 Claire Allan Saracens
Nations Cup tournament table
England P3 15pts
USA P3 9pts
Canada P3 7pts
France P3 6pts
South Africa P4 2pts
Win: 4pts, Draw: 2pts, Bonus point for scoring four tries or losing by seven points
All games to be played at Appleby College in Toronto. KO's all BST
England v USA August 10th KO 1130pm WON 36-7
England v France August 13th KO 630pm WON 43-8
England v South Africa August 19th KO 930pm WON 25-0
England v Canada August 22nd KO 10pm