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BBC News
2 days ago
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- BBC News
Wales U20s end Summer Series with Italy loss
Wales Under-20s rounded off their Six Nations Summer Series with a narrow 24-28 defeat by Italy Under-20s in Ystrad Errichiello touched down midway through the opening half, with Lavinia Pratichetti converting as Italy led 7-0 at the Centre for Sporting Wales hit back with their first try through Molly Wakely on 25 minutes, with Savannah Picton-Powell's score and Hanna Marshall's conversion five minutes before the break putting the hosts 12-7 ahead at Italians restored their lead with a try from Chiara Cheli and a second conversion from Pratichetti shortly after the lead changed hands a further three times in quick succession as Cheli scored her second try of the contest in between tries from Seren Singleton and Chiara Pearce - Ffion Williams adding the extras for the Cheli completed her hat-trick in the 74th minute - with Pratichetti maintaining her 100% record of converting - as the Italians snatched a late ensured Liza Burgess' side ended their campaign with just one win from their trio of fixtures having lost 27-10 to Ireland in their opener before beating Scotland 52-20 in their second in the day, Ireland secured an emphatic 62-7 victory against Scotland, with England rounding off their campaign against France at 18:00 BST.
South Wales Argus
3 days ago
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- South Wales Argus
2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series: Wales v Italy
Italy are searching for a first win this year, while Wales are looking to back up their victory of the series when the two meet on Thursday at the Centre for Sporting Excellence in Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly. Last weekend, Wales enjoyed a 52-29 win over Scotland, while a spirited Italy side were denied 36-20 by England. Don't miss the action live on YouTube right here. Team news Wales head coach Liza Burgess has made four changes to the starting line-up from last Friday. Tight-head Elan Jones returns to the team after adhering to the head injury protocols, with Jorja Aiono starting for the first time in the Series after Lottie Buffery-Latham's knee injury against Scotland. Lily Terry is shuffled into the back row to join skipper Branwen Metcalfe, with open-side flanker Catrin Stewart also making her first start in this year's competition. Full-back Carys Hughes replaces Mollie Wilkinson after she sustained knee and ankle injuries last time out. Player to watch - Savannah Picton-Powell Picton-Powell was twice on the scoresheet during her side's 52-29 win over Scotland last time out and could have had another had it not been for the intervention of the TMO. 🏴 Freya Bell is confident Wales have the players at their disposal to finish the 2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series off with a win when they take on Italy tomorrow 💪#U6NSummerSeries — Six Nations Under-20s (@SixNationsU20) July 16, 2025 What they said: Wales head coach Liza Burgess: 'We've had to make a few changes due to injuries, but we now have great depth in our squad. 'The unlucky injury that Lottie suffered in the game against Scotland has allowed Jorja and Catrin to make their first starts during the campaign, as Lily Terry moves to the back-row. 'Our intensity and speed of play was really pleasing during the first half against Scotland – and we're aiming to build on that for the game against Italy. 'Although results haven't gone their way so far, they're a really physical and unpredictable side. 'We're determined to build on our success against Scotland and deliver an 80 minute performance.' Teams Wales: 15 Carys Hughes, 14 Seren Singleton, 13 Savannah Picton-Powell, 12 Freya Bell, 11 Nia Fajeyisan, 10 Hanna Marshall, 9 Sian Jones; 1 Stella Orrin, 2 Molly Wakely, 3 Elan Jones, 4 Robyn Davies, 5 Jorja Aiono, 6 Lily Terry, 7 Catrin Stewart, 8 Branwen Metcalfe. Replacements: 16 Rosie Carr, 17 Dali Hopkins, 18 Lowri Williams, 19 Chiara Pearce, 20 Jessica Rogers, 21 Ffion Williams, 22 Gabby Healan, 23 Hannah Lane Italy: 15 Kristin Kone, 14 Lucie Jeanne Moioli, 13 Sofia Catellani, 12 Elisa Cecati, 11 Mihaela Pirpiliu, 10 Lavinia Pratichetti, 9 Nicole Mastrangelo, 8 Elena Errichiello (C), 7 Margherita Tonellotto, 6 Luna Sacchi, 5 Elettra Costantini, 4 Francesca Andreoli, 3 Alice Antonazzo, 2 Silvia Fent, 1 Elena Giorgetti Replacements: 16 Chiara Cheli, 17 Angelica Cittadini, 18 Luce Floridia, 19 Greta Copat, 20 Elisa Burchielli, 21 Sofia Florio, 22 Teresa Sofia Blaskovic, 23 Vittoria Zeni Discover the future of international rugby at the 2025 Women's Summer Series – where rising stars shine. Follow the action live at and on Instagram @u20sixnations.
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
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- Glasgow Times
2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series: Wales v Italy
Italy are searching for a first win this year, while Wales are looking to back up their victory of the series when the two meet on Thursday at the Centre for Sporting Excellence in Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly. Last weekend, Wales enjoyed a 52-29 win over Scotland, while a spirited Italy side were denied 36-20 by England. Don't miss the action live on YouTube right here. Team news Wales head coach Liza Burgess has made four changes to the starting line-up from last Friday. Tight-head Elan Jones returns to the team after adhering to the head injury protocols, with Jorja Aiono starting for the first time in the Series after Lottie Buffery-Latham's knee injury against Scotland. Lily Terry is shuffled into the back row to join skipper Branwen Metcalfe, with open-side flanker Catrin Stewart also making her first start in this year's competition. Full-back Carys Hughes replaces Mollie Wilkinson after she sustained knee and ankle injuries last time out. Player to watch - Savannah Picton-Powell Picton-Powell was twice on the scoresheet during her side's 52-29 win over Scotland last time out and could have had another had it not been for the intervention of the TMO. 🏴 Freya Bell is confident Wales have the players at their disposal to finish the 2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series off with a win when they take on Italy tomorrow 💪#U6NSummerSeries — Six Nations Under-20s (@SixNationsU20) July 16, 2025 What they said: Wales head coach Liza Burgess: 'We've had to make a few changes due to injuries, but we now have great depth in our squad. 'The unlucky injury that Lottie suffered in the game against Scotland has allowed Jorja and Catrin to make their first starts during the campaign, as Lily Terry moves to the back-row. 'Our intensity and speed of play was really pleasing during the first half against Scotland – and we're aiming to build on that for the game against Italy. 'Although results haven't gone their way so far, they're a really physical and unpredictable side. 'We're determined to build on our success against Scotland and deliver an 80 minute performance.' Teams Wales: 15 Carys Hughes, 14 Seren Singleton, 13 Savannah Picton-Powell, 12 Freya Bell, 11 Nia Fajeyisan, 10 Hanna Marshall, 9 Sian Jones; 1 Stella Orrin, 2 Molly Wakely, 3 Elan Jones, 4 Robyn Davies, 5 Jorja Aiono, 6 Lily Terry, 7 Catrin Stewart, 8 Branwen Metcalfe. Replacements: 16 Rosie Carr, 17 Dali Hopkins, 18 Lowri Williams, 19 Chiara Pearce, 20 Jessica Rogers, 21 Ffion Williams, 22 Gabby Healan, 23 Hannah Lane Italy: 15 Kristin Kone, 14 Lucie Jeanne Moioli, 13 Sofia Catellani, 12 Elisa Cecati, 11 Mihaela Pirpiliu, 10 Lavinia Pratichetti, 9 Nicole Mastrangelo, 8 Elena Errichiello (C), 7 Margherita Tonellotto, 6 Luna Sacchi, 5 Elettra Costantini, 4 Francesca Andreoli, 3 Alice Antonazzo, 2 Silvia Fent, 1 Elena Giorgetti Replacements: 16 Chiara Cheli, 17 Angelica Cittadini, 18 Luce Floridia, 19 Greta Copat, 20 Elisa Burchielli, 21 Sofia Florio, 22 Teresa Sofia Blaskovic, 23 Vittoria Zeni Discover the future of international rugby at the 2025 Women's Summer Series – where rising stars shine. Follow the action live at and on Instagram @u20sixnations.
Leader Live
3 days ago
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- Leader Live
2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series: Wales v Italy
Italy are searching for a first win this year, while Wales are looking to back up their victory of the series when the two meet on Thursday at the Centre for Sporting Excellence in Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly. Last weekend, Wales enjoyed a 52-29 win over Scotland, while a spirited Italy side were denied 36-20 by England. Don't miss the action live on YouTube right here. Team news Wales head coach Liza Burgess has made four changes to the starting line-up from last Friday. Tight-head Elan Jones returns to the team after adhering to the head injury protocols, with Jorja Aiono starting for the first time in the Series after Lottie Buffery-Latham's knee injury against Scotland. Lily Terry is shuffled into the back row to join skipper Branwen Metcalfe, with open-side flanker Catrin Stewart also making her first start in this year's competition. Full-back Carys Hughes replaces Mollie Wilkinson after she sustained knee and ankle injuries last time out. Player to watch - Savannah Picton-Powell Picton-Powell was twice on the scoresheet during her side's 52-29 win over Scotland last time out and could have had another had it not been for the intervention of the TMO. 🏴 Freya Bell is confident Wales have the players at their disposal to finish the 2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series off with a win when they take on Italy tomorrow 💪#U6NSummerSeries What they said: Wales head coach Liza Burgess: 'We've had to make a few changes due to injuries, but we now have great depth in our squad. 'The unlucky injury that Lottie suffered in the game against Scotland has allowed Jorja and Catrin to make their first starts during the campaign, as Lily Terry moves to the back-row. 'Our intensity and speed of play was really pleasing during the first half against Scotland – and we're aiming to build on that for the game against Italy. 'Although results haven't gone their way so far, they're a really physical and unpredictable side. 'We're determined to build on our success against Scotland and deliver an 80 minute performance.' Teams Wales: 15 Carys Hughes, 14 Seren Singleton, 13 Savannah Picton-Powell, 12 Freya Bell, 11 Nia Fajeyisan, 10 Hanna Marshall, 9 Sian Jones; 1 Stella Orrin, 2 Molly Wakely, 3 Elan Jones, 4 Robyn Davies, 5 Jorja Aiono, 6 Lily Terry, 7 Catrin Stewart, 8 Branwen Metcalfe. Replacements: 16 Rosie Carr, 17 Dali Hopkins, 18 Lowri Williams, 19 Chiara Pearce, 20 Jessica Rogers, 21 Ffion Williams, 22 Gabby Healan, 23 Hannah Lane Italy: 15 Kristin Kone, 14 Lucie Jeanne Moioli, 13 Sofia Catellani, 12 Elisa Cecati, 11 Mihaela Pirpiliu, 10 Lavinia Pratichetti, 9 Nicole Mastrangelo, 8 Elena Errichiello (C), 7 Margherita Tonellotto, 6 Luna Sacchi, 5 Elettra Costantini, 4 Francesca Andreoli, 3 Alice Antonazzo, 2 Silvia Fent, 1 Elena Giorgetti Replacements: 16 Chiara Cheli, 17 Angelica Cittadini, 18 Luce Floridia, 19 Greta Copat, 20 Elisa Burchielli, 21 Sofia Florio, 22 Teresa Sofia Blaskovic, 23 Vittoria Zeni Discover the future of international rugby at the 2025 Women's Summer Series – where rising stars shine. Follow the action live at and on Instagram @u20sixnations.
BBC News
03-07-2025
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- BBC News
Wales U20s name side for Summer Series opener
Wales Under-20s will begin their Six Nations Summer Series campaign against Ireland with a "mix of experience and youth" in their Coach Liza Burgess has named her team for the game on Saturday at Ystrad Metcalfe captains a side which includes senior internationals Gwennan Hopkins and Sian starting 15, apart from captain Metcalfe, have represented either Brython Thunder or Gwalia Lightning,Wales will play all three of their Summer Series matches at home in Ystrad Mynach with games against Scotland on Friday, 11 July (18:00 BST) and Italy on Thursday, 17 July (15:30 BST)."All of the players are eager to get the campaign underway against Ireland," Burgess said."We have a squad with a good mix of experience and youth."Our preparations for the Series have gone very well – and all of the girls selected are really looking forward to the opportunity to showcase their talents in our opening game." Line-ups Wales: Hannah Lane, Seren Singleton, Savannah Picton-Powell, Freya Bell, Nia Fajeyisan, Carys Hughes, Sian Jones; Stella Orrin, Molly Wakely, Elan Jones, Robyn Davies, Lily Terry, Branwen Metcalfe (Captain), Lottie Buffery-Latham, Gwennan HopkinsReplacements: Rosie Carr, Dali Hopkins, Evie Hill, Chiara Pearce, Jorja Aiono, Ffion Williams, Hanna Tudor, Mollie Wilkinson
