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Daily Mirror
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Lionesses star Jess Carter reveals how rugby roots helped footballing dreams
The England defender used to play rugby before fully committing to football In another life, Jess Carter could have spent this summer representing England on the rugby field instead of the football pitch. The England defender picked the round ball over the oval ball age 16 and has gone on to represent the Lionesses at two major tournaments. But if women's rugby had enjoyed the stature it does today, she could have lined up for the Red Roses as they go for glory themselves on home soil this summer. 'I loved rugby, I still to this day say I was better at it than football,' said the 27-year-old, as part of a new LG OLED TV collaboration ahead of this summer. 'But it just got to a point where I had to choose between one or the other, and at that time, when I was playing, I think football was developing and progressing at a much quicker rate than what I felt rugby was. 'I think that was why I continued with that, but I used to love playing it. It really helped from the team side of helping you to work together as a unit, all being on the same page, for sure. 'Being a defender, it is important that I win all of my individual battles, and that is the same on a rugby pitch. There is definitely a correlation between the two.' Discussing Women's Sport | Watching Changes Everything | LG x FA x RFU Carter was speaking ahead of a huge summer of sport, and LG is helping the nation get closer to the action with LG OLED TVs. Both the Lionesses and the Red Roses will be on free-to-air TV across the summer as they chase silverware. And for Carter, visibility is key to make sure that the next generation knows what is possible for them. She added: 'It is incredible, I would love to have been able to know that I could have been a female rugby player as a profession if I wanted to. 'But I felt like there wasn't really an option, it was just that I was playing women's rugby as a hobby. I didn't even know you could do rugby as a profession. 'Obviously now that is an option, and I think it is really amazing that the Red Roses are paving the way, similar to how we are, and they are now setting the standard. 'They are proving, like we are, that you can play anything you want to and compete at any level you want to.' Members of the two England women's teams caught up with LG at St George's Park recently as part of the leading TV manufacturer's ongoing partnership with The FA and the RFU. The LG All In Pledge encourages people to engage and watch women's sport. Together we can grow support through fandom and audience numbers to inspire new players to pick up the sport themselves, as watching changes everything. For more information, go to.
South Wales Argus
a day ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Jess Carter proud to help make women's sport more visible
The England defender picked the round ball over the oval ball age 16 and has gone on to represent the Lionesses at two major tournaments. But if women's rugby had enjoyed the stature it does today, she could have lined up for the Red Roses as they go for glory themselves on home soil this summer. 'I loved rugby, I still to this day say I was better at it than football,' said the 27-year-old, as part of a new LG OLED TV collaboration ahead of this summer. Former England goalkeeper and media pundit, Rachel Brown-Finnis, sat down with two of England's most loved sporting teams, the Lionesses and Red Roses to discuss the upcoming summer of sport (Image: imagecomms)'But it just got to a point where I had to choose between one or the other, and at that time, when I was playing, I think football was developing and progressing at a much quicker rate than what I felt rugby was. 'I think that was why I continued with that, but I used to love playing it. 'It really helped from the team side of helping you to work together as a unit, all being on the same page, for sure. 'Being a defender, it is important that I win all of my individual battles, and that is the same on a rugby pitch. There is definitely a correlation between the two.' Carter was speaking ahead of a huge summer of sport, and LG is helping the nation get closer to the action with LG OLED TVs. Both the Lionesses and the Red Roses will be on free-to-air TV across the summer as they chase silverware. The Red Roses and the Lionesses joined forces to to reflect on some of the nation's most memorable sporting TV moments and the importance of visibility (Image: imagecomms) And for Carter, visibility is key to make sure that the next generation knows what is possible for them. She added: 'It is incredible, I would love to have been able to know that I could have been a female rugby player as a profession if I wanted to. 'But I felt like there wasn't really an option, it was just that I was playing women's rugby as a hobby. I didn't even know you could do rugby as a profession. 'Obviously now that is an option, and I think it is really amazing that the Red Roses are paving the way, similar to how we are, and they are now setting the standard. 'They are proving, like we are, that you can play anything you want to and compete at any level you want to.' Members of the two England women's teams caught up with LG at St George's Park recently as part of the leading TV manufacturer's ongoing partnership with The FA and the RFU. The LG All In Pledge encourages people to engage and watch women's sport. Together we can grow support through fandom and audience numbers to inspire new players to pick up the sport themselves, as watching changes everything. For more information, go to
Axios
a day ago
- Automotive
- Axios
North Carolina bill to eliminate parking minimums statewide passes House unanimously
The North Carolina House passed a bill unanimously Wednesday that would block local governments from forcing developers to build parking. Why it matters: An issue that has been controversial in Charlotte received bipartisan support in Raleigh. The big picture: With a starting price tag of about $5,000 per space, parking mandates add to the rising costs of new construction. Those expenses are then passed on to residents and businesses as higher rent. Removing excess Some worry that removing parking minimums will result in i parking, promptnsufficienting drivers to park in quiet neighborhoods or wherever else they can. Carter argues that's a misconception, and the market will self-regulate. Between the lines: Over 20 groups were pushing for the Parking Lot Reform and Modernization Act, or House Bill 369, says Catawba Riverkeeper policy director Ryan Carter. The bill's sponsors come from a range of industries, from construction to farming. They are Reps. Donnie Loftis (R-Gaston), Mark Brody (R-Anson, Union), Howard Penny Jr. (R-Harnett, Johnston) and Allison Dahle (D-Wake). Zoom in: If it becomes law, the bill would override any local rules. Charlotte still requires parking for new developments. Even a newly built bar near the light rail needs to pave new spots to open. Raleigh, Durham and Gastonia have all removed parking minimums. The other side: Some worry that removing parking minimums will result in insufficient parking, prompting drivers to park in quiet neighborhoods or wherever else they can. Carter argues that's a misconception, and the market will self-regulate. "If your community has parking minimums and people are still parking all over the place, then apparently your minimums aren't working," Carter says. "Sounds like your community needs more on-street parking regulations," like "no parking" signs. Charlotte has started piloting more on-street residential permit programs in neighborhoods near South End. What's inside: The bill also strikes a law that prohibits local governments from strengthening runoff requirements in the redevelopment of structures built before modern practices. A provision in the bill that would have banned coal tar sealants didn't make it past committee. What's next: The Parking Lot Reform and Modernization Act heads to the Senate.
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Jess Carter proud to help make women's sport more visible
But if women's rugby had enjoyed the stature it does today, she could have lined up for the Red Roses as they go for glory themselves on home soil this summer. 'I loved rugby, I still to this day say I was better at it than football,' said the 27-year-old, as part of a new LG OLED TV collaboration ahead of this summer. Former England goalkeeper and media pundit, Rachel Brown-Finnis, sat down with two of England's most loved sporting teams, the Lionesses and Red Roses to discuss the upcoming summer of sport (Image: imagecomms)'But it just got to a point where I had to choose between one or the other, and at that time, when I was playing, I think football was developing and progressing at a much quicker rate than what I felt rugby was. 'I think that was why I continued with that, but I used to love playing it. 'It really helped from the team side of helping you to work together as a unit, all being on the same page, for sure. 'Being a defender, it is important that I win all of my individual battles, and that is the same on a rugby pitch. There is definitely a correlation between the two.' Carter was speaking ahead of a huge summer of sport, and LG is helping the nation get closer to the action with LG OLED TVs. Both the Lionesses and the Red Roses will be on free-to-air TV across the summer as they chase silverware. The Red Roses and the Lionesses joined forces to to reflect on some of the nation's most memorable sporting TV moments and the importance of visibility (Image: imagecomms) And for Carter, visibility is key to make sure that the next generation knows what is possible for them. She added: 'It is incredible, I would love to have been able to know that I could have been a female rugby player as a profession if I wanted to. 'But I felt like there wasn't really an option, it was just that I was playing women's rugby as a hobby. I didn't even know you could do rugby as a profession. 'Obviously now that is an option, and I think it is really amazing that the Red Roses are paving the way, similar to how we are, and they are now setting the standard. 'They are proving, like we are, that you can play anything you want to and compete at any level you want to.' Members of the two England women's teams caught up with LG at St George's Park recently as part of the leading TV manufacturer's ongoing partnership with The FA and the RFU. The LG All In Pledge encourages people to engage and watch women's sport. Together we can grow support through fandom and audience numbers to inspire new players to pick up the sport themselves, as watching changes everything. For more information, go to
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Harry Potter PJs': Johnny Gaudreau once gifted to Noa now bring emotional strength to Meredith as baby Carter wears them in touching bedtime photo
'Harry Potter PJs': Johnny Gaudreau once gifted to Noa now bring emotional strength to Meredith as baby Carter wears them in touching bedtime photo (Image via Getty) Fans of late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau got an emotional surprise this week. His wife, Meredith Gaudreau, shared some personal and sweet moments on Instagram involving their youngest son, Carter Michael. The photos, shared on Wednesday, June 26, showed how Johnny's presence still lives on through the little details in their children's lives. One of those details came from Carter's clothes, specifically the ones Johnny picked out before he passed. Meredith Gaudreau shares baby Carter's wardrobe memories connected to Johnny Gaudreau On Wednesday, Meredith Gaudreau posted a number of Instagram stories that provided fans with a detailed view of baby Carter's wardrobe and some sentimental moments behind it. Meredith shared one photo of Carter sleeping in someone's arms and wearing cream pajamas inspired by Harry Potter. Meredith explained in her caption that these pajamas were first purchased by Johnny Gaudreau for their daughter Noa. Johnny Gaudreau once gifted to Noa now bring emotional strength to Meredith as baby Carter wears them in touching bedtime photo 'Carter only wears the outfits daddy picked out. Harry Potter pjs he got for Noa lol,' she wrote under the picture. In the next story, their older son, Johnny Jr., was seen cuddling with Carter, who wore a light zip-up onesie. Meredith noted, 'And this special one we add to the rotation a lot.' She also shared a throwback picture of Johnny Gaudreau lying on a couch with Johnny Jr. sleeping on his chest. Johnny Jr. was wearing the same outfit that baby Carter now wears, adding another layer of emotion and memory. Carter Michael Gaudreau was born on April 1, 2025, several months after Meredith announced her pregnancy during Johnny's memorial in September 2024. Meredith Gaudreau writes touching Father's Day tribute to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau Earlier in June 2025, Meredith Gaudreau honored Johnny Gaudreau with a heartfelt Father's Day letter published in The Players' Tribune. She also remembered his younger brother, Matthew Gaudreau. Both brothers passed away in August 2024 after being struck by a truck while cycling in New Jersey. In the tribute, Meredith wrote, 'Thank you for the very best years of my life… I love you so much. Forever and ever.' She recalled how Johnny loved being a dad and how he showed Matthew how to care for a baby. She also mentioned Matthew's son, Tripp Matthew, who was born in December 2024, saying Matthew would have been a loving father. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
