Trailfinders Women name their lineup as they travel to Franklin’s Gardens to play Loughborough Lightning in their final PWR match of the season.

Head Coach Barney Maddison makes five changes to the starting XV that played Leicester Tigers at Trailfinders Sports Club last weekend.

Alivia Leatherman and Rori Wood retain their places, Paige Stathopoulos joins them in the front-row.

Shya Pinnock starts alongside Tyson Beukeboom in the engine room.

Grace Moore moves into the back-row, with Rowena Burnfield starting at blindside flanker, and Captain Kate Zackary at number eight.

Caity Mattinson moves from the bench to start at scrum-half and Julia Schell keeps her place at fly-half.

The centre partnership remains unchanged with Lisa Thomson and Jess Cooksey.

It’s all change on the wings with Grace White and Rosie Inman coming into the side, Chloe Rollie completes the starting lineup.

Shannon Ikahihifo is among the replacements and in line for her first PWR appearance of the season.

Trailfinders Women to face Loughborough Lightning:

15. Chloe Rollie

14. Rosie Inman

13. Jess Cooksey

12. Lisa Thomson

11. Grace White

10. Julia Schell

9. Caity Mattinson

1. Alivia Leatherman

2. Paige Stathopoulos

3. Rori Wood

4. Tyson Beukeboom

5. Shya Pinnock

6. Rowena Burnfield

7. Grace Moore

8. Kate Zackary (c)

16. Kat Evans

17. Kie Tamai

18. Cassandra Tuffnail

19. Shannon Ikahihifo

20. Sara Seye

21. Ella Amory

22. Liz Musgrove

23. Vicky Laflin

Ealing Trailfinders are thrilled to announce a landmark partnership with Motion Fitness Education, one of the UK’s leading fitness education providers.

This collaboration will provide players with exclusive access to high-quality qualifications, supporting their careers both during and beyond their playing days.

As a trusted training provider and CIMSPA Enhancing Status Education Partner, Motion Fitness Education offers fully accredited qualifications through Active IQ and Focus Awards. Available courses include Personal Training, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Massage Therapy, and Nutrition, equipping players with valuable skills to build careers in Fitness, Health, and Wellness.

Through this partnership, players will be take advantage of exclusive discounted rates on Motion Fitness Education’s courses. Motion Fitness Education is also providing three course places free of charge to Trailfinders Women as part of their commitment to supporting female athletes.

These courses are designed to fit around players’ busy schedules, helping them develop professionally while pursuing their rugby careers.

Chris, Co-founder of Motion Fitness Education, said:“We’re delighted to be partnering with Trailfinders Women RFC and Ealing Trailfinders RFC. This partnership is about more than just education; it’s about giving players the tools to succeed off the pitch, whether that’s alongside their playing careers or as part of their transition to life after rugby. We’re excited to support them every step of the way.”

This partnership is just the beginning, with plans to introduce further opportunities and courses in the future.

For more information, please contact Chris Chester on chris@motionfitnesseducation.com

About Motion Fitness Education:

Motion Fitness Education is one of the UK’s top training providers, offering fully regulated qualifications and CPD courses in fitness, health, and wellness. With a passion for delivering high-quality education, the organisation is trusted by leading institutions and is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their career aspirations.

Ealing Trailfinders can confirm that Scott Buckley has joined the club on loan from Munster until the end of the season.

Following the mid-season departure of Henry Walker to Northampton Saints, Buckley has joined up with the squad and has been training over the past couple of weeks.

Buckley has made 27 appearances for Munster, having come through their youth system and represented Ireland at U18 and U19 levels.

The hooker had a stellar debut for the province, where he scored a try and won Player of the Match in Munster’s 35-17 away win at Wasps in the 2021 Champions Cup.

Joining Trailfinders, Buckley said: “I’m very grateful for the opportunity to join Ealing Trailfinders until the end of the season. The coaches and players have all been very welcoming and made the transition easy for me, it’s a top-class setup with great people. It’s a great opportunity for me personally, and I’m really excited to get stuck in to this new challenge.”

Director of Rugby Ben Ward said: “Scott will add some important depth, and we were pleased to add a player of his quality to our front row. He has made a good impression in training, and we are looking forward to seeing him make an impact on matchday.”

Ealing Trailfinders are recruiting an Athletic Performance Coach – Men’s First Team Rehab.
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See Premiership stars in action as Ealing Trailfinders take on Harlequins in Round Five of the Premiership Cup

The Premiership Cup returns to Trailfinders Sports Club on Saturday 8th February, kick-off 3pm.

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Ealing Trailfinders are thrilled to announce that High Wycombe RUFC will be the first Community Partner Club Programme member.

The initiative means High Wycombe RUFC will receive support in their community programme, coaching visits, rugby camps and ticketing initiatives. Members of the club will be able to earn cash back on tickets to Ealing Trailfinders games, which the club can then use to reinvest.

High Wycombe RUFC has a thriving minis and youth membership. As a partner club, they will be able to reinvest the funds in growing the game at a youth level, which is something that Ealing Trailfinders is very passionate about.

We know the programme will help grow the community game by giving kids access to some of the best rugby in England and developing their training facilities.

Ian Isham, Head of the Community Department said: “We are delighted to partner with High Wycombe RUFC as part of our new partner club programme. These connections are a key element of our community initiatives, allowing us to highlight the fantastic work happening in grassroots rugby while providing support to help their continued growth.

“Every club has its unique strengths and challenges, and by collaborating closely, we can tailor our approach to create mutually beneficial opportunities. In working with Michael Fradgley, Mini & Junior Chairman at High Wycombe RUFC and learning about his dedication to the club, it’s evident that the club is proactive in its development.

“If we can contribute in any way to their progress, it’s something we take great pride in. We look forward to a successful partnership with High Wycombe RUFC this season and into the future.”

Michael Fradgley, Mini & Junior Chairman of High Wycombe RFC said: “I’m delighted that our club is going to be building a partnership with Ealing Trailfinders. Ealing Trailfinders continue to be on an exciting journey and for us to be aligned to this brings many benefits to our club and our young players.

“In particular I’m excited by the opportunities to improve coach education and to further enhance our school holiday camps with input from Ealing players and coaches. I already know that our players and parents will love the opportunity to “take over” on one of your match days, see high quality rugby in action and build memories as they take part in the match day activities.

I look forward to seeing what this fabulous opportunity brings and to developing the relationship as we continue to grow the minis and juniors section at HWRUFC.”

As part of our partnership, we are pleased to announce that Ealing Trailfinders Community Team will be running a camp at High Wycombe RFC during the February half-term. The camp will take place on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th February, catering to U7–U12 players, with specialised masterclass sessions in the afternoons. The masterclass on Wednesday will be for U13–U16 boys, and on Thursday, we will host a session for U12–U16 girls. For more information visit www.ealingtrailfinders.org.uk/camps

To find out more or to get in touch about our partner community club programme visit www.ealingtrailfinders.org.uk/partner-clubs

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Premiership Women’s Rugby can confirm that the 2025-26 league season will start on the weekend of 25-26 October four weeks after the Rugby World Cup Final is played before a world-record crowd at Twickenham.

The PWR Final will take place on the weekend of Saturday 27-28 June 2026, after 18 rounds of competitive action, and two semi-finals.

We can also confirm that there will be PWR action during the Rugby World Cup with the return of the PWR Cup. The Cup was won last April by Saracens on an unforgettable occasion against Bristol Bears and this year we will see games held across the country to help build the legacy of the World Cup and give fans club rugby to attend between international matches.

* PWR Cup kick off – mid-August

* PWR Cup Final – Weekend of 11-12 October

* PWR league kick off – Saturday 25 October

* PWR league semi-finals – 13-14 June 2026

* PWR Final – Weekend of 27-28 June 2026

Amy Walmsley, PWR’s League Operations Manager: “We know that the Rugby World Cup is a generational moment for women’s rugby and will create a huge opportunity for both PWR and our clubs to grow and celebrate with their fans.

“We need the most effective season structure to do that, with the optimum time between the Rugby World Cup Final and our first league match to ensure we capitalise on what we already know will be the biggest and best World Cup ever, whilst also ensuring player welfare with adequate rest across the season.”

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Get your tickets to see two massive games below.

Ilona Maher and her Bristol Bears travel to TFSC to take on Trailfinders Women to kick-off our final  double header of the season, before Ealing Trailfinders battle in-form Cornish Pirates.

Click here to get your tickets now!

 

Ealing Trailfinders are hosting a free property investment seminar on Tuesday 21st January!

If you are a small residential landlord in West London, or just interested in renting out a property, you need to attend this event in the Phoenix conference room at Trailfinders Sports Club.

Speakers include – Leading local Mortgage Specialists, Estate Agents, Property Lawyers and Property Rentals Accounts.

Free buffet lunch, free tea and coffee and networking opportunities.

After lunch, you get a chance to meet some of our Men’s squad players who will be attending.

There is no charge to this event as it is funded by the organisers.

Tickets are limited. So, book it now – click here.

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Trailfinders Rugby were thrilled to have the Girl Guides down at The Takeoff 2 for a training session with their community team before the game.

Coached by nine of the Trailfinders Women squad, the girl guides took part in a fun and engaging rugby session that will hopefully inspire them to take part in more rugby in the future.

The Trailfinders Community team is committed to growing girls rugby in Ealing, and further a field, and runs similar sessions in local schools.

Deputy Head of the Community Department Andrew Quick said: “It was incredible to host the Girl Guides at the Trailfinders Women vs Harlequins match, where they were coached by our professional athletes. Seeing their excitement as the first Girl Guides activation in PWR history was truly inspiring—it’s moments like these that empower the next generation of players and fans.”

At the training session, The Girl Guide Leaders said: “What an incredible showcase of female empowerment and how amazing the experience was for their girls.  We will definitely come back and watch another game.”

Vicky Alexander, England Rugby Women & Girls Growth Activator, said: “It’s such an important partnership for the regional clubs and Girl Guide units.  We aim to grow the sport and show young female athletes there is a place for them in rugby.”

If your club would like to run a training session on a game day and take part in our guard of honour for the men’s or women’s team, please email community@etprm.com to enquire about availability.

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