Trailfinders Women are excited to announce that future star Hayley Jones has signed a 5-year contract with the club!

Hayley is in her 2nd year at Henley College, as part of our Trailfinders Women’s Pathway dedicated to supporting female rugby players to achieve not only their rugby ambitions on field but also their academic ambitions off field.

Hayley is an exceptionally talented young woman whose commitment to her growth is evident, and we’re excited to watch her evolve as a player and a leader within our club.

We believe that with the proper support and environment, she will not only achieve her ambitious goals in rugby of becoming a Red Rose but also off-field in her further education.

Hayley has already been training with Trailfinders Women this season and radiates all the core values we hold as an organisation. She is considered very much part of the family, and we are thrilled she has chosen Trailfinders as the environment in which she wants to develop and excel.

Signing for Trailfinders, Haley said: “I am so incredibly grateful to have been given this opportunity to continue developing my rugby at a higher level. I cannot wait to develop further as a player and person, and I know Trailfinders Women will give me the tools and support to enable me to do so.

“They have believed in me from an early stage and have been amazing in giving me the resources to get better as a player whilst balancing education and the rest of my life. I look forward massively to continuing my rugby journey with them and joining the great set of girls that are at the club.”

Transition Coach Emma Cooper said: “Hayley is a hugely exciting player, but more importantly a really great human being who we believe will add a lot of value to what we are building at Trailfinders!

“As we look ahead to the 25/26 season, we can’t wait to see how Hayley will contribute to the team’s success and inspire other young athletes in the Trailfinders pathway. Welcome to the family, Hayley!”

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Trailfinders Women are thrilled to announce the signing of USA International Alivia Leatherman.

The 22-year-old front row made her international debut against Italy in WXV 2 in 2023.

A solid scrummager, the Parma, Ohio native will add an extra option to an ever-improving Trailfinders set piece.

Leatherman started her rugby journey at her local club, the Parma Flamingos, before joining the club at Notre Dame College.

She is in line for her debut off the bench against Leicester Tigers this weekend at Welford Road.

Signing for Trailfinders, Leatherman said: “I’m really excited to be apart of the team! So far the environment and the coaching have been great. I can’t wait to start my journey with the Trailfinders!”

Head Coach Barney Maddison said: “Alivia’s potential is massive and we hope within the environment we can help her reach that. She’s fitted in really well and I’m really looking forward to seeing her play.”

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Brunel Rugby is thrilled to announce Trailfinders Women and GB7s player Abi Burton has been appointed Women’s Head Coach.

Burton has coached previously in the Trailfinders Women’s Pathway at Henley College.

During her work at the pathway, Abi helped the programme bring through players to England representative levels, including Emily Lunn and Hayley Jones, who both played for Red Roses U18s.

The back row has vast experience in professional rugby, representing Team GB at Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, previously playing for Wasps in the women’s top flight.

She’ll be working alongside Transition & Pathway Coach Emma Cooper and Academy Coach Kate Zackary, hoping to lead the group to continued success.

Joining Brunel, Burton said: “I’m super excited at the opportunity to take Brunel to the next level. The girls work ethic is absolutely unmatched and I’m excited to share my knowledge and values with the squad. I’m really looking forward to working with the brilliant coaching team at the university.”

Trailfinders Women Head Coach Barney Maddison said: “Our pathway is so important to how we are building here at Trailfinders. Having Abi leading the programme is really exciting and she will be able to pass on all her knowledge of what it takes to compete at the highest level.”

Brunel University Women have been brilliant to start the season under Burton, beating Bristol 46-7, and Swansea a whopping 95-0 in their first two games.

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Trailfinders Women name their lineup to face Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park in Round 4 of the PWR.

With our WXV stars returning to the squad, there are nine changes to the starting lineup and four possible debuts.

Liz Crake is joined by Cristina Blanco and Andrea Stock, hot off her Ireland debut, in the front row.

The second row is unchanged following the victory over Loughborough, with Emma Taylor and Shya Pinnock both keeping their place.

Rowena Burnfield and Annabel flank Captain Kate Zackary in the back row, following her return from USA duty.

Caity Mattinson makes her debut at scrum-half and Ella Amory returns at fly-half.

Julia Schell joins fellow Canadian Kendra Cousineau in the midfield.

Finally, Abby Dow returns from the Red Roses to join Rosie Inman and Grace White, who is hoping for a repeat of her 214m made in the last round.

On the bench, Grace Moore, Lisa Thomson and Chloe Rollie are all in line for their debuts against Exeter.

Trailfinders Women to face Exeter Chiefs:

  1. Liz Crake
  2. Cristina Blanco
  3. Andrea Stock
  4. Emma Taylor
  5. Shya Pinnock
  6. Rowena Burnfield
  7. Annabel Meta
  8. Kate Zackary
  9. Caity Mattinson
  10. Ella Amory
  11. Grace White
  12. Kendra Cousineau
  13. Julia Schell
  14. Abby Dow
  15. Rosie Inman
  16. Lindelwa Gwala
  17. Kie Tamai
  18. Cassandra Tuffnail
  19. Tyson Beukeboom
  20. Grace Moore
  21. Sarah Denholm
  22. Lisa Thomson
  23. Chloe Rollie

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Ealing Trailfinders are thrilled to announce that we have extended our partnership with Lords Builders Merchants for a 9th season.

Lords Builders Merchants has a network of branches across the South East, offering building, landscaping, plumbing & heating supplies both in-store and online.

It’s been great to see members of the Lords family down at TFSC for so many games over the years to support the team, and we’re honoured to promote their brand around the ground on game day.

Once again, Lords Builders Merchants feature on the back of the Ealing Trailfinders home and away kits this season, and we’re delighted that we can rely on their continued support as we push on for bigger and better things.

Darren Price, Merchanting Managing Director said: “Lords Builders Merchants are delighted to continue our Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club sponsorship. We have been proud sponsors for eight consecutive years, and this, the 9th season ahead, is set to be another exciting one, with the club aiming for back-to-back league titles!

“Ealing Trailfinders and Lords have grown significantly since our partnership started, striving to reach the top in their respective fields. We wish Trailfinders every success this year and look forward to joining them for all of the matches at the superb Trailfinders Sports Club.

“If you are a Lords customer and would like to join us at a game, please contact Ross.Bargent@lordsbm.co.uk

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This Saturday, Ealing Trailfinders will face Edinburgh at TFSC in the first friendly of the 24/25 season!

The fixture is not ticketed, so fans can come and watch it for free.

The Scottish outfit sits 6th in the URC table, bouncing back after finishing 10th and missing out on the playoffs in the 23/24 campaign.

We hope to see you at Trailfinders Sports Club for what is sure to be a barnstormer!

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Ealing Trailfinders name their lineup to face Ampthill at TFSC in Round 5 of the Championship as Craig Hampson makes his hundredth appearance.

There are two changes to the starting XV that beat Nottingham at The Bay last week.

The front row is unchanged as Kyle Whyte, Mike Willemse and Adam Nicol all return.

David Douglas Bridge partners Danny Cutmore in the second row for a second week in a row.

Jordy Reid starts in the back row, alongside Will Montgomery and Rob Farrar, who captains the side.

Dan Jones, starting at fly-half, joins centurion Hampson in the half-backs.

The midfield is unchanged with a centre partnership of Jordan Holgate and Reuben Bird-Tulloch.

Finally, the back three features Tom Collins, coming off a brace last weekend, Angus Kernohan and Tobi Wilson.

Ealing Trailfinders to face Ampthill:

  1. Kyle Whyte
  2. Mike Willemse
  3. Adam Nicol
  4. David Douglas Bridge
  5. Danny Cutmore
  6. Rob Farrar (c)
  7. Jordy Reid
  8. Will Montgomery
  9. Craig Hampson (100)
  10. Dan Jones
  11. Tom Collins
  12. Jordan Holgate
  13. Reuben Bird-Tulloch
  14. Angus Kernohan
  15. Tobi Wilson
  16. Matt Cornish
  17. Lefty Zigiriadis
  18. Biyi Alo
  19. Sean Lonsdale
  20. Rayn Smid
  21. Lloyd Williams
  22. Craig Willis
  23. Francis Moore

Ealing Trailfinders name their lineup to face Nottingham at The Bay in Round 4 of the Championship.

There are ten changes to the starting XV that narrowly lost to Doncaster Knights at home last week.

It’s all change in the front row, as Kyle Whyte, Mike Willemse and Adam Nicol replace Lefty Zigiriadis, Matt Cornish and Biyi Alo.

Danny Cutmore returns to the starting lineup alongside David Douglas Bridge in the engine room.

Rob Farrar captains the side, joining Simon Uzokwe and Will Montgomery in the back row.

The half-back pairing is Craig Hampson and Craig Willis, distributing to a centre partnership of Jordan Holgate and Reuben Bird-Tulloch.

Tom Collins and Tobi Wilson keep their place in the back three alongside the returning Angus Kernohan.

On the bench, Michael Stronge is inline for his debut against his former club.

Ealing Trailfinders to travel to Nottingham:

  1. Kyle Whyte
  2. Mike Willemse
  3. Adam Nicol
  4. David Douglas Bridge
  5. Danny Cutmore
  6. Rob Farrar (c)
  7. Simon Uzokwe
  8. Will Montgomery
  9. Craig Hampson
  10. Craig Willis
  11. Tom Collins
  12. Jordan Holgate
  13. Reuben Bird-Tulloch
  14. Angus Kernohan
  15. Tobi Wilson
  16. Cam Terry
  17. James Kenny
  18. George Davis
  19. Sean Lonsdale
  20. Jordy Reid
  21. Michael Stronge
  22. Dan Jones
  23. Francis Moore

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Trailfinders Women are excited to announce the renewal of the partnership with the Arnold Hill for the 2024/25 Premiership Women’s Rugby Season. This partnership underscores Arnold Hill’s commitment to supporting the continued growth and success of women’s rugby from grassroots to the highest level.

Justin Moore, Partner at Arnold Hill: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to support this incredibly exciting squad of great athletes as they come together for their second season at Trailfinders. The calibre of players that have been assembled, including both established internationals and emerging talents in professional rugby, promises a wonderful season ahead. We can’t wait for it to get started!”

Barney Maddison, newly appointed Head Coach of Trailfinders Women: “It is great to team up with Arnold Hill again this season. This partnership will play a crucial role in supporting our team and our individual athletes. We are very excited to continue our journey with them by our side.”

Trailfinders Women are set to begin their PWR campaign on the 5th of October with a highly anticipated match against their London rivals, Saracens Women.