Love Rugby Festival Celebrates Women and Girls’ Rugby with England Rugby Legend, Burns

England Rugby’s Play Together Stay Together scheme was in full swing at the Love Rugby festival, where fans were treated to a thrilling celebration of women and girls’ rugby. The day kicked off with an under 8s match at 9am and culminated in a showdown between the Devas and Eccles, with Chester emerging victorious with a resounding 56-5 win.

Winger Ella Wylie stole the show with an impressive four tries, much to the delight of her large family support system. Wylie expressed her pride in her team’s hard work and unexpected success, surrounded by her cheering aunties, uncles, cousins, and more.

Former England captain Burns, a true legend of the game, was on hand to witness the festivities and was impressed by the growth of the sport. She highlighted the importance of events like the Love Rugby festival in further developing women’s rugby and providing opportunities for players of all ages.

For Chester, the win was a testament to their hard work and dedication, with assistant coach Chris Quince Black joking that the presence of RFU cameras may have been the secret to their success. The team savored the moment and recognized the festival as a glimpse into the future of women’s rugby.

Overall, the Love Rugby festival was a resounding success, showcasing the talent and passion within the women and girls’ rugby community. With initiatives like Play Together Stay Together leading the way, the future of the sport looks bright. If you’re inspired to get back into rugby, be sure to check out findrugby.com to find your local club and join in on the action.