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Rugby: Vagas players selected for Cheshire county squad

Trio will be part of side to contest Gill Burns Division

Three Isle of Man rugby players have been selected to be part of the Cheshire County team.

Vagabonds Ladies competitors Leona McGovern, Sophie Henry and Maylyn Campbell will represent the squad in the Gill Burns Division.

The division - named after prominent women's rugby figure Gill Burns - is made up of teams from across the UK which will all compete for the right to play at Twickenham.

The Cheshire side's first match in the league will take place tomorrow (11 May) at 2pm against Northumberland.

Vagabonds Rugby Club says the selections 'showcases the strength of our local rugby community' and they are 'proud to represent the Isle of Man on the regional stage.'

 

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