Richmond ran in several tries in the first third, but Quins Ladies’ fitness and determination shone through as the team prevented Richmond from obliterating the second two thirds.

The Ladies kept their heads up despite the number of players out of position and debuts for several new players. Showcasing the development of our pack, the scrums were formidable and the Ladies drove Richmond off the ball on a number of occasions. The line outs were also delectable in the level of skill they highlighted and reluctant jumper Kyra Howell made herself a thorn in the side of the Richmond forwards, disrupting several line outs.

Rather than dwell on the score line, the Ladies come away from the match with even more to build upon as we draw ever closer to the first league game of the season. Stepping up the force of our rucks and emulating the power of our scrums in all contact situations will help the Ladies stamp their mark on the league season ahead.

Harlequin Ladies are on the look out for sponsorship for this season. Any offer of sponsorship is always appreciated and no deal is too small! To find out the extensive opportunities we can offer your business, please email quinsladies@hotmail.com.

If playing a spot of rugby is more your thing – come down to training! 7:30 - 9pm every Tuesday and Thursday at Richardson Evans Playing Fields, Roehampton Vale.

Too young to play for the Ladies? Not a problem … Harlequin Ladies Youth Academy caters for girls aged 12-18 years old and train on Wednesdays at Old Isleworthians Rugby Club 6-7:30pm.