The FRU caught up with two of Ulster’s Women’s up and coming players to find out what it’s like trying to make your way to the top in the ladies game.
We spoke to Nikki Caughey and Ashley Baxter who have been running in the tries for Belfast Harlequins Ladies in the All Ireland League 2N.
How do you feel the season has gone for Belfast Harlequins so far?
Nikki: I’ve really enjoyed it. This is my first year playing senior rugby and it’s completely different going from an Under-19s team to a senior team. The players, and the opposition are larger, and they way they play and train is more advanced.
Ashleigh: I’m enjoying it and I think we have played well so far. It’s good to be able to play alongside Nikki.
Nikki: We’ve been playing against each other for years. When I played for Malone, Ashleigh played . . .
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