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DATE: 29 September 2023

NETHERLANDS AND NORWAY NAME SQUADS

Netherlands and Norway have named their squads for the men’s senior international, to be played for world ranking points, at Sassenheim on Sunday 30 September 2023 (kick off at 2pm local time). Netherlands’ first international was staged 20 years ago against Scotland ‘A’ in the town and this will be the first return there since that game.

The hosts have ten players in line to make their debuts; James Adams, Lars Mudde, Lucas Thomson, Tom van Bokhoven, Maas van der Reek, Harry Mulligan, Mitch Donnelly, Tom Turnock, Soren van der Linden and Rowan Schuiling.

Head coach, Dave Hunter, commented: “We’ll be looking to get our international campaign off to a positive start and set some standards. Unfortunately, the loss of our captain Daniel de Ruiter is a massive blow, but I’m confident others will step up in his place. Tom van Bokhoven comes into the captain’s role and I’m sure he’ll do a fantastic job, it shows the player depth that we have in the Netherlands. We’re really looking forward to seeing how the younger boys perform who were all outstanding during the domestic season.”

Norway have selected an all domestic-based squad with three potential debutants included in Simon Olsen, Alexander Ponton and Isuf Peci and the squad comes off having been in camp together for the first time under new head coach Liam Stead, who took over from Hunter.

“I am excited about the team we are slowly becoming and how well we are meshing together,” said Stead. “The Netherlands is going to be a stern test so we are expecting a huge challenge, but one I expect us to rise to. The match will prove the perfect testing ground for us as we look to see where we are and build towards the exciting future we have.”

Last weekend the Parizov family provided a father and son who played for Bulgaria against Malta and the same could happen for the Vikings with Eric "Sonny" Mellor, who is among Norway’s most experienced players, set to turn out with son Jymaal Sonny Mellor, the pair play together at Lillestrøm Lions.

NETHERLANDS SQUAD

James Adams, William Johnston, Lars Mudde (Amsterdam Cobras), Lucas Thomson (Cessnock Goannas), Tom van Bokhoven (Cromer Kingfishers), Frank Longhurst, Maas van der Reek, Bonne Wilce, Hamish Wragg (Den Haag Knights), Harry Mulligan (The Entrance Tigers), Mitch Donnelly (Narrabeen Sharks), Shadan Lavia, Isaac Ngirubiu, Tom Turnock, Soren van der Linden (Rotterdam Pitbulls), Mauricio Gomez Pazos, Kees Kuijpers, Mike Prins, Rowan Schuiling (Zwolle Wolves)

NORWAY SQUAD

Kristoffer Milligan (Flekkefjord Tigers), Simon Olsen, Arne Oma Torsen (Haugesund Sea Eagles), Brett Harvey, Nils Kristian Holte, (Oslo Capitals, Norway), Eric Mellor, Jymaal Mellor-King, Isuf Peci, Alexander John Ponton, Andreas Vaagen, Lucas Zuniga (Lillestrøm Lions), Dan Horne,Martin Høyland, Marius Odland Sagelv (Sandnes Raiders, Norway), Robin Bjørnstad, Frank Kiriinya, Stephen Mwikaria, Mathias Vada Stenseth-Holm ( Trondheim Rugby Klubb)

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September 28, 2023

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Canada Ravens win inaugural Women’s Americas North Rugby League Championship

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DATE: 28 September 2023

RAVENS WIN INAUGURAL WOMEN’S AMERICAS NORTH CHAMPIONSHIP

Canada won the inaugural Women’s Americas North Championship with a comprehensive 64-2 triumph over hosts Jamaica at a thundery MONA Bowl at the University of West Indies in Kingston. The Ravens ran in 12 tries in a match that was delayed and then interrupted by storms, the sides brought off in the first half for 15 minutes because of lightning.

Canada got off to the perfect start, stand off Dani Franada – who finished with 20 points including eight goals – charging down a clearance kick and winning the race to the ball. They added a further five tries in a 12-minute purple patch before the break, winger Ferris Sandboe and Fedelia Angeles, who was excellent off the bench, with the first of their two each.

The Ravens posted 32 points in each half, fullback Petra Woods also claiming a brace. Jamaica, in only their second game, kicked a penalty three minutes from time following an obstruction as a reward for their efforts in the tough conditions.

Angeles said: “I want to thak Jamaica for hosting an amazing tournament. It’s a privilege to have been playing here with the Ravens. We’re working so hard to grow our domestic league back home and this helps us to keep moving forward.”

Her head coach, Mike Castle, added: “After a really scrappy start we were able to regain our composure and put in a solid performance. It was stop-start thanks for the weather, so I was happy we were able to stay switched on. To be the inaugural America’s north champions is a great reward for all the hard work we put in. We have really enjoyed our time in Jamaica and look forward to continuing this rivalry.”

Jamaica’s scrum half, Alicia Richards, who has been instrumental in establishing women’s rugby league in the nation, noted: “I’d like to thank all the fans, my team mates and the administrative staff for their efforts. We want to grow the sport for women with more exposure, sponsorship and people playing and this has been a great start.”

Captain Shanique Smith said: “We put up a great fight and I’m proud of all the girls for going up against the seventh ranked team in the world. We exceeded our expectations considering we had only three months to prepare, and both games showed promising development. We will become a strong contender in the years to come. I can see how we’ve improved since the first game against the USA. We went back to the drawing board and addressed some of our errors, which showed in the second game. Many of our players are young, so we anticipate significant growth.”

JAMAICA 2
MacKayla McCalla, Shanice Stewart, Tajera Nicholson, Natassia Scarlet, Mishka Stewart, Shanique Smith, Alicia Richards, Debisha Scarlett, Lovel Atkinson, Zahra Ennis, Nassandra Miller, Kamoya Forrest, Tihanna Lewinson

Interchanges: Janelle Cole, Jamila Fairclough, Darcey Pryce, Glacia Simpson

Goal: McCalla 1/1

CANADA 64

Petra Woods, Erin Gawley, Lauren Mueller, Maddy Aberg, Ferris Sandboe, Danielle Franada, Ale Lewis, Liz Steele, Gabrielle Hindley, Sarah Maguire, Chantelle Crowl, Rachel Choboter, Megan Pakulis Interchanges: Natalie Tam, Tamisha Toussaint, Ada Okonkwo-Dappa, Fedelia Angeles.

Tries: Franada (2), Sandboe (26, 65), Aberg (30) Steele (33), Angeles (35, 49), Lewis (38), Woods (53, 57), Hindley (72), Maguire (80)

Goals: Franada 8/12

Referee: Kemoy Whyte

Half Time: 0–32

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September 27, 2023

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Italy Rugby League hold inclusive open day

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DATE: 27 September 2023

FIRL HOLD INCLUSIVE OPEN DAY

The Italian Rugby League Federation has held an Inclusive Open Day at its headquarters in Cinisello Balsamo in Milan province.

FIRL president Orazio D’Arro said: “Rugby League is an inclusive sport and this was a fundamental opportunity for us – it will be the beginning of dedicated work that the Federation wants to continue and aims to make it an increasingly central part of our overall programme. The open day was a great opportunity to show what we can offer.”

The Inclusive Rugby League Project was developed through a partnership between the Italian Rugby League Federation and the Auser Polaris APS Association of Silea. The Association is committed to ‘the realization and enhancement of opportunities for encounters and socialization between people with and without frailty,’ not least via participation in formally organized sport.

The Flying Elephants Rugby League Inclusive project was set up in March 2021 by Marco Cavallin to enable safe support and friendship to be offered, and enable growing self-esteem for those involved, specifically coming out of Covid-19 restrictions where many had been isolated and their mental health further affected.

Currently, the project has 20 people attending with objectives including, formation of a team identity, playing active sport, joint training with other such inclusive teams, and the enhancement of motor skills.

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September 26, 2023

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Canada defeat USA in game 2 of Women’s Americas North Rugby League Championship

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DATE: 26 September 2023

CANADA DEFEAT USA IN GAME 2 OF WOMEN’S AMERICAS NORTH CHAMPIONSHIP

Canada won their opening game in the Women’s Americas North Championship, scoring five tries – all converted by Dani Franada – to overcome USA 30-4 at the MONA Bowl, University of West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica.

In warm and wet conditions, the Ravens – playing for the first rime since 2021 Rugby League World Cup – included St Helens star Chantelle Crowl on debut and were never behind. They only secured victory, however, when hooker Gabrielle Hindley dived over from dummy half with 14 minutes to go following a powerful drive from Liz Steele.

Steele’s late score inflated the margin of victory, the Hawks having shown great resolve after beating Jamaica on Saturday. Canada now need to defeat the hosts tomorrow (Wednesday) to lift the inaugural trophy.

Player of the match, Canada’s Megan Pakulis who crossed just after the half hour for a vital try, said: “We’ve adjusted to the heat very well. The Americans gave us a tough challenge and showed us what we will need to work on before Jamaica. We’re looking forward to the game against them in a tournament that is showing the growth of the women’s game in the region.”

Ravens head coach Mike Castle added: “It’s been an awesome experience and allowed us to build on our World Cup experience. I’m looking forward to the final game and I’m sure the squad will perform and claim the first title.”

Scrum half Paris Hart, USA co-captain, noted: “It’s been a phenomenal experience playing here in Jamaica, with several of the squad picking up their first caps. I’m very proud of the team for their performances.”

Adrian Cooney, Hawks’ head coach, said: “I want to thank the group. We’ve worked very hard to prepare for the tournament. We executed very well on Saturday but struggled a little bit today against Canada. Nonetheless, it was a superb 80-minute effort. Women’s rugby league deserves more tournaments like this so we grow the game and continue to build profile and sponsorship.”

USA 4
Taylor White, Agnes Fuerst, Christine Sargeant, Cyndi Campbell, Britney Royes, Robyn Oliveri, Courtney Treco, Paris Hart, Tiana Granby, Nicki Snyder, Sara Esther Anderson, Kadie Sandford, Samantha Black-Keels

Interchanges: Danielle Pola Wazko Siua, Shamarica Scott, Marcya Baylous, Narcisse Jordan

Try: Granby (14)

Goals: Oliveri 0/1

CANADA 30
Petra Woods, Lauren Mueller, Candance Scholten, Matilda Butler, Brittany Jones, Dani Franada, Natalie Tam, Chantelle Crowl, Gabrielle Hindley, Liz Steele, Maddy Adberg, Rachel Choboter, Megan Pakulis Interchanges: Savanah Bacchus, Ada Okomkwo–Dappa, Fedelia Angles, Sarah Maguire

Tries: Scholten (1), Butler (17), Pakulis (31), Hindley (66), Steele (77)
Goals: Franada 5/5

Halt Time: 4-18

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September 25, 2023

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France win rugby league anniversary clash in Serbia

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DATE: 25 September 2023

FRANCE WIN ANNIVERSARY CLASH IN SERBIA

Albi winger Nittim Pedrero led the way, scoring a hat trick of tries on his debut, as France comprehensively beat Serbia 78-10 at Stadion FK Obilic, Beograd, Belgrade in a men’s senior international. The match commemorated the 70th anniversary of rugby league being played in the Balkan nation, and the visitors celebrated by running in 14 tries in total, Carcassonne scrum half Clement Herrero finishing with 30 points from two tries and eleven goals.

France assistant coach Maxime Greseque, who was in charge of the side, commented: “It was a very good performance, it’s good for us as we prepare for the 2026 World Cup with younger players and this game will help our world ranking points. We are aiming to play a further international later this year and to keep improving.”

France made a quick start with two tries in the opening five minutes but Serbia hit back with in-form centre Aleksandar Pavlovic crossing, however, from then on it was one-way traffic the visitors leading 34-6 at the break.

Serbia head coach, Darren Fisher, noted: “Our objective was to compete and we fell a bit short of that but it shows the difference between players playing professionally and on an amateur basis. The speed of the game is a massive part of that, and we can learn from it. We’ll look at the stats and give the players individual objectives ahead of our next game.”

Radoslav Novakovic, director of SRL, said: “It was a big anniversary and we were happy to be playing the French team in celebration. In reality, we did not expect to win, but we have shown improvement – scoring two tries against the French which we have not done before. We will play against Netherlands for the first time in 17 years on 14 October in Zwolle and will be looking for the win to maintain our top ten ranking.”

SERBIA 10
Dragan Jankovic, Rajko Trifunovic, Denis Cengaj, Aleksandar Pavlovic, Marko Cuk, Dzavid Jasari, Vojislav Dedic, Vlado Kusic, Vladislav Dedic, Enis Bibic, Miodrag Tomic, Stefan Arsic, Nikola Djuric. Interchanges: Vuk Strbac, Mihajlo Jovic, Strahinja Stojiljkovic, Marko Jankovic

Tries: Pavlovic (14), Jasari (58)
Goals: Jasari 1/2

FRANCE 78
Enzo Griffier, Nittim Pedrero, Matthieu Laguerre, Louis Carre, Corentin Rey, Cesar Rouge, Clement Herrero, Bastien Scimone, Ugo Tison, Florian Vailhen, Corentin Le Cam, Lucas Vergniol, Clement Boyer. Interchanges: Justin Bouscayrol, Franck Maria, Leo Laurent, Mathias Marty

Tries: Verginiol (3, 23), Pedrero (5, 71, 75), Griffier (20), Herrero (33, 48), Laguerre (38, 62), Rouge (44), Rey (53), Laurent (65), Vailhen (78)
Goals: Herrero 11/14

Referee: Andrew Pilkington (Spain)

Half Time: 6-34

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September 25, 2023

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USA women win opening game of Americas North Championship

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DATE: 25 September 2023

USA WOMEN WIN OPENING GAME OF AMERICAS NORTH CHAMPIONSHIP

USA kicked off the first Americas North Women’s Championship with an emphatic, 15-try performance to beat debutants Jamaica 78-8 at the MONA Bowl, University of West Indies, in Kingston. Centre Cyndi Campbell led the way with three tries and four goals, Brittney Dayes and Marcya Baylous each claiming four touchdowns.

USA women’s captain Samantha Black commented: “It was everything I could have hoped for. The team came together and was super composed. The weather was a little hot and we were grateful it started to rain but there were smiles all round.

“I have really high hopes for us against Canada, we played them 18 months ago and have grown a lot since then, new people on the roster and the returners are much stronger than last time and it should be a close match up.”

She added of player of the match, fullback Dayes: “She was amazing, she wasn’t feeling too well in the lead up and we were really worried about her, we gave her a bunch of electrolytes and she slept a lot but she is incredibly reliable and we are so proud of her.”

In their first women’s international, Jamaica kicked a penalty early on, Debisha Scarlett with their first-ever try just after the break. Skipper Shanique Smith, who kicked both their goals, commented: “The game was good seeing that most of the girls are new to league. We came out and fought and that’s all you can ask them for. We made some statements that no-one was expecting, especially in defence off our line and that was a plus for us.

“We are looking at the mistakes we made and how to fix it.”

JAMAICA 8

Shanice Stewart, Mischica Stewart, Shoya Gordon, Tajera Jicholson, Venisha Mcleish, Alicia Richards , Shanique Smith, Sherine Johnson, Lovel Atkinson, Zahar Ennis, Darcy Price, Alassandra Miller, Tihanna Lewison

Subs: Anneisha McAllister, Daynna Angus, Debisha Scarlett, Amerr Kinlock

Try: Scarlett (42)

Goals: Smith 2/2

USA 78

Brittney Dayes, Agnus Fuerst, Cyndi Campbell, Marcya Baylous, Mariah Blackmore, Samantha Black, Courtney Treco, Paris Harr, Nicole Fisch, Narcisse Jordan, Jeanne Beard, Katie Sanford, Caitlin Davis

Subs: Danielle Pola Wazko Siua, Shamarica Scott, Rachel Bradley, Nikki Snyder

Tries: Campbell (4, 34, 62), Dayes, (9, 13, 33, 78), Baylous (20, 35, 48, 50), Snyder (61, 72), Jordan (75), Samantha Black (80)

Goals: Treco 4/7, Fuerst 1/1, Campbell 4/7

Half time: 2-38

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September 23, 2023

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Serbia and France squads named for anniversary rugby league clash

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DATE: 23 September 2023

FRANCE AND SERBIA NAME SQUADS FOR 70TH ANNIVERSARY CLASH

Serbia and France have named their squads for tomorrow’s (Sunday) men’s senior international for world ranking points at Stadion FK Obilic, Beograd, Belgrade (kick off 2pm, local time).

The match commemorates the start of rugby league in the former Yugoslavia in 1953 when two French sides travelled to Belgrade to introduce the sport.

“We are really excited to host France here in Belgrade for a great anniversary,” noted Serbia head coach, Darren Fisher. “If we want life in the top ten of the rankings, we must at least compete, and that is what we hope from the game. We know this will be very tough for us which is exciting and will enable us to see the level of our domestic players. They’ll enjoy the experience and it will help us develop further.”

The French team have visited the Serbian Sports Fair in the build up, assistant coach Maxime Greseque – who will lead the team in the absence of Laurent Frayssinous, who is with St Helens, saying: “It is an honour to play in this game and what it represents. It is very important for both teams in terms of the rankings. We are very much looking forward to it to see how we go.”

SERBIA SQUAD

Luka Stosic (Arsenal Tivat, Montenegro), Aleksandar Pavlovic, Dragan Jankovic, Dzavid Jasari, Enis Bibic, Strahinja Stojiljkovic (Partisan Belgrade), Mihailo Tomic (Radnicki Belgrade), Marko Cuk, Mihajlo Jovic, Stefan Arsic (Radnicki Nis), Denis Cengaj, Marko Jankovic, Miodrag Tomic, Nikola Djuric, Rajko Trifunovic, Vladislav Dedic, Vojislav Dedic, Vuk Strbac (Red Star Belgrade), Vlado Kusic (R.C. Salon, France)

FRANCE SQUAD

Nittim Pedrero (Albi), Louis Carré (Avignon), Clément Herrero, Clément Boyer (C) (Carcassonne), Matthieu Laguerre, César Rougé, Bastien Scimone, Ugo Tison (Dragons Catalans), Lucas Vergniol, Justin Bouscayrol, Yann Belmaaziz, Quentin Crunel (Limouxin), Florian Vailhen, Mathias Marty (Pia), Enzo Griffier (R.C. Salon), Corentin Rey, Corentin Le Cam, Franck Maria, Léo Laurent (Saint Esteve)

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September 22, 2023

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Malta and Bulgaria announce squads for rugby league men’s international

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DATE: 22 September 2023

MALTA AND BULGARIA ANNOUNCE SQUADS FOR MEN’S INTERNATIONAL

Malta and Bulgaria have announced their squads for the men’s senior international in Marsa tomorrow, Saturday (kick off 4pm local time), which is for world ranking points.

Last weekend Malta defeated Montenegro 34-10 in Tivat and this fixture will kick off their involvement in the #BeActive European Week of Sport. The hosts name three debutants, Brendan Dalton and Sven Camilleri of Malta Red Knights together with Karol Spiteri from the Blue Knights. Also in the squad is Barrow Raiders star and Malta veteran Jarrod Sammut.

Last year, Malta defeated Bulgaria 50-6 in Sofia and stand in head coach Paul Humphrey said: “After a fantastic domestic season, we’re looking forward to our second and final international fixture of the 2023 European season. The team is well prepared and raring to go. I’m really looking forward to a competitive and hard fought game.”

Bulgaria are set to feature a father and son, 16-year-old Georgi Parizov making his bow alongside his dad Vladislav who both play for RLC Lokomotive Sofia, with Maxim Joakimsman, Aleksandar Tomanov and Anton Georgiev also on debut.

Acting head coach, Tihomir Simenov, noted: “We are very excited to travel to Malta for what will be a tough encounter. They currently hold a higher ranking than us on the world stage, but we approach this match with determination and confidence. Our players, led by our brave captain, Tsvetan Rachev, are ready to face the challenge. On a bigger stage, these games are vital for rugby league in our part of the world and I hope it will be a great party and advertisement for the sport.”

The match will be live-streamed with the link available on matchday.

MALTA KNIGHTS SQUAD

Jarrod Sammut (Barrow Raiders, England), Robin Cutajar, Kyle Gauci, Jean-Pierre Zarb (Black Knights, Malta), Mark Robertson, Liam Scicluna, Karol Spiteri, William Watts (Blue Knights, Malta), Kaine Dimech (Cornwall RLFC, England), Alfie Jewitt (Featherstone Lions), Reece Dimech (Medway Dragons, England), Karl Cassar (RAF Rugby League), Mark Camilleri, Sven Camilleri, Brendan Dalton, Peter Debono, Jean Scholey, Nicky Vella (Red Knights, Malta), Justin Davenport (Tampa Mayhem, USA)

BULGARIA SQUAD

Doycho Slavin (RC Bulls Burgas), Georgi Parizov, James Sherwood, Kevork Kasparyan, Kiril Atanasov, Martin Hristov, Maxim Joakimsman, Mitko Atanasov, Teodor Manchev, Tihomir Simeonov, Tsvetan Rashev, Simeon Tsvetanov, Stanislav Borisov, Vladislav Parizov (RLC Lokomotive Sofia), Aleksandar Tomanov, Veselin Peychev (RFC Valiacite Pernik), Anton Georgiev (RC Varna)

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September 20, 2023

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Squads named for inaugural Americas North Women’s Rugby League Championship

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SQUADS NAMED FOR INAUGURAL AMERICAS NORTH WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP

The Jamaica, Canada and USA squads have been named for the inaugural Americas North Women’s Championship, to be held at the University of West Indies Mona Bowl in Kingston, which will carry world ranking points.

The hosts will play USA this Saturday, 23 September; USA face Canada on Monday 25 September; with the final match pitting Jamaica against Canada on Wednesday 27 September, all games kicking off at 3.30pm local time.

Jamaica women’s head coach Andrew Dixon said: “I am highly anticipating our debut in women international fixtures in these Championships. We go in as underdogs where experience is concerned and the match ups against USA and Canada will be an uphill task, however we are gearing up to leave our mark.

“The girls have been preparing at a steady pace and are excited to play, they are aware they are history makers. It’s a major honour to host these championships. This platform will contribute to the growth of women’s rugby league in the Americas and will increase local interest. Strategically, internationals are crucial for us.”

Canada co-captain Gabrielle Hindley noted: “Coming out of the World Cup, growing rugby league domestically has been a huge focus for the Ravens including the launch of the first Women’s National Rugby League Championships, which was hosted in Edmonton this past summer and saw representation from three provinces and was a huge success for developing pathways to the national level.

“I am really excited for the upcoming tournament in Kingston, it is a huge step for women’s rugby league in North America. I am excited to see how our team pulls together.”

USA Hawks women’s head coach Ady Cooney claimed: “In the vibrant world of women’s sport, the Americas North Championship shines as a beacon of opportunity. It marks the beginning of this exciting journey. We anticipate great things on the horizon for women’s rugby league in America.”

JAMAICA WOMEN’S SQUAD

Lovel Atkinson, Janelle Cole, Zahra Ennis, Jamila Fairclough, Sherine Johnson, Tihanna Lewinson, Alicia Richards, Glacia Simpson, Shakayla Morris, Shanique Smith, Mischka Stewart, Shanice Stewart, (Duhaney Park Red Sharks), Shoya Gordon, Mackayla McCalla, Anneisha Nash, Tajera Nicholson, Venisha Mcleish, (Jamaica Defence Force), Darcey Price, (Salford Red Devils), Alaine Taylor, Nassandra Miller, (St Bess Sledge Hammers), Kamoya Forrest , (Tampa Mischief), Crystal Groves, (Toronto Scottish), Ameir Kinlock, Daynna Angus, Debisha Scarlett, Natassia Scarlett, Nazomi Christie, (Washington Blvd Bulls)

CANADA WOMEN’S SQUAD

Maddy Aberg, Dan Franda, (Dublin Exiles), Fedelia Angles, Erin Gawley, Megan Pakulis, Candance Scholten, Natalie Tam, Tamisha Toussaint, Petra Woods, (Ontario Ospreys), Savannah Bacchus), Matilda Butler (Sheffield Eagles UK), Rachel Choboter (Currumbin Eagles AUS), Chantelle Crowl (St Helens UK), Gabrielle Hindley, Ada Okomkwo–Dappa, (BC Storm), Brittany Jones, Ale Lewis, Sarah Maguire, Liz Steele (Alberta Broncos), Lauren Mueller (London Broncos UK), Ferris Sandboe (St George Dragons AUS),

USA WOMEN’S SQUAD

Sarah Anderson, Nicole Fisch, Kadie Sanford, (Chicago North Shore), Marcaya Bailous, Narcisse Jordan, Danielle Pola Walko-Siua, (Cleveland), Jeanna Beard (unaffiliated), Samantha Black-Keels, Rachael Bradley, Robyn Oliveri, Nicole Snyder, (Tampa Mischief), Mariah Blackmore, Maxine Fonua, (San Jose Seahawks), Cyndi Campbell , Caitlin Davis (Carolina Storm), Agnes Fuerst, Tiana Granby, Paris Hart, Brittany Royes, Christine Sargent, Sha Marica Scott, (Roots Rugby), Courtney Treco (London Broncos), Taylor White ( Jacksonville Women)

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September 18, 2023

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Rugby League senior men’s international – Poland 28 Czech Republic 36 – report

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DATE: 18 September 2023

POLAND 28 CZECH REPUBLIC 36 REPORT

Two early tries in four minutes from Vrchlab Mad Squirrels winger Matej Schejbal set the platform for a 36-28 Czech Republic win against Poland, at the Majkowski Wembley Stadium in Kalisz, in a mens senior international.

In a terrific contest, played in great spirit, Poland opened the scoring in the first minute, full back Fabian Glinkowski gliding over, but the Czechs hit back with 22 unanswered points, David Belohlavek with the first of his two tries and stand off Jakub Hudrlik crossing to go with his total of four goals.

Local player ukasz Kostecki from Husaria Kalisz replied on the stroke of half time to make it 22-10 at the break, and in the second half Jonathan Tutak and back rower Micha Krzypkowski narrowed the gap further, only late tries from Tomas Kasik and Barbarians Letohrads Josef Brynda – sandwiching one by Tomasz Zerbe for the hosts – sealing the win.

Poland joint head coach Colin Baker said: We are very proud of the guys and especially with the team being entirely comprised of domestic players who gave it their all. It was a great experience for everyone involved and congratulations to our neighbours Czech Republic on the win in a wonderful contest.

Czech Republic caretaker head coach, Tomas Adamec, noted: Our main aim was to give opportunities to new players, and they showed their skills and gained the experience which is good. We started strongly and dominated early, a few mistakes and errors meant the score was closer, but we finished strongly in the final 20 minutes. Poland played very well and have improved a lot which is good for rugby league in central Europe.

POLAND 28
Fabian Glinkowski, ukasz Wawrzyniak, Kamil Owoc, Jakub Zalewski, Mateusz Kosiski, ukasz ucka, Jakub Mitek, Mateusz Dzig, Tomasz Zerbe, Maciej Myszkowski, Micha Krzypkowski, Patryk Gabry, Jonathan Tutak

Interchanges: Dawid Krawczyski, Karol Myszkowski, ukasz Kostecki, Mateusz Kowalewski

Tries: Glinkowski (1), Kostecki (39), Tutak (51), Krzypkowski (60), Zerbe (74)
Goals: Mitek 4/5

CZECH REPUBLIC 36

Roman Richtr, Adam Mikulas, Tomas Kasik, Daniel Rypl, Matej Schejbal, Jakub Hudrlik, Josef Brynda, David Belohlavek, Jakub Czermak, Kamil Havel, Vit Studecky, Jakub Jirman, Erik Schulz

Interchanges: Marek Henzl, Adam Vrbata, Jaroslav Novotny, David Slivka.

Tries: Schejbal (15, 19), Belohlavek (18, 58), Hudrlik (29), Kasik (70), Brynda (76)

Goals: Hudrlik 4/7

Sin Bin – Jirman (50) – Punching

Referee: Misa Vakadranu (Fiji)

Half Time: 1022

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