TEAM NEWS | Gloucester Hartpury Vs Saracens Women
Saracens Women Co-Captain Lotte Sharp is keen to show Sarries at their best in a bumper PWR Final at StoneX Stadium.
The winger will lead out the North Londoners in front of a massive crowd at the home of Saracens in a blockbuster finale against Gloucester Hartpury. The Cherry and Whites are searching for a third consecutive title whilst Sarries aim for a first title since 2022.
Director of Rugby, Alex Austerberry has made just one change from the side that won against Harlequins in the semi-final, continuing with the same 23 players that includes over 15 internationals.
The front row remains unchanged, with Akina Gondwe starting on the loose, Kelsey Clifford at tight-head and May Campbell at hooker. In the engine room, Rosie Galligan is now partnered with Georgia Evans who moves from back-row to second-row for this contest.
The space left on the blindside by Evans is filled by Canadian Gabrielle Senft who scored two tries the last time Gloucester Hartpury came to the StoneX. Marlie Packer co-captains the side from openside flanker with Poppy Cleall rounding off the pack.
In the backs, Red Roses duo Ella Wyrwas and Zoe Harrison continue their combination at scrum-half and fly-half respectively. Former Gloucester player Sophie Bridger starts at inside centre, with Emma Hardy continuing to partner her at 13.
The back three remains the same from the London derby, with co-captain Lotte Sharp on the left, and semi-final scorers Alysha Corrigan and Jess Breach rounding out the side.
Amongst the replacements, Bryony Field, McKinley Hunt, Carmen Tremelling, Bryony Cleall and Louise McMillan will provide an impact in the pack. Whilst Tori Sellors, Sarah McKenna and Sydney Gregson are all options in the backline.
Speaking ahead of a monumental final clash, Sharp expressed her anticipation for the game.
"I'm really excited for the final this weekend, it is a huge occasion for the team after a tough season. Having a final at StoneX is such a brilliant opportunity to have so many friends, family and Sarries supporters there cheering us on. It’s going to be great contest in front of a great home crowd."
Saracens Women team to play Gloucester Hartpury:
1. Akina Gondwe
2. May Campbell
3. Kelsey Clifford
4. Rosie Galligan
5. Georgia Evans
6. Gabrielle Senft
7. Marlie Packer (Co-captain)
8. Poppy Cleall
9. Ella Wyrwas
10. Zoe Harrison
11. Lotte Sharp (Co-captain)
12. Sophie Bridger
13. Emma Hardy
14. Alysha Corrigan
15. Jess Breach
Replacements:
16. Bryony Field
17. McKinley Hunt
18. Carmen Tremelling
19. Bryony Cleall
20. Louise McMillan
21. Tori Sellors
22. Sarah McKenna
23. Sydney Gregson
