England vs. Scotland: Local Knowledge from Sarah Bern

England has named Sarah Bern on the bench for their crucial quarter-final against Scotland at ashton Gate on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Bern, a tight-head prop for Bristol Bears since 2018, is leveraging her local expertise to assist fans traveling to Bristol for the matches.

Ashton Gate will host a double-header on Saturday, October 21st, with Canada facing Australia before England takes on Scotland. Bern is offering insights into the local area for supporters of all four teams, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Bristol Bears’ official website details local attractions and transport options here.

Hunt and Brebner-Holden: A Coach-Player Reunion

Natasha ‘Mo’ Hunt will start as scrum-half for England at Ashton Gate. Facing her will be Leia Brebner-Holden of Scotland, creating a compelling narrative of a former coach versus student. Brebner-Holden was coached by Hunt during her college and university years.

Brebner-holden acknowledged Hunt’s influence on her progress, specifically highlighting improvements in her passing skills. “She coached me a lot through my college and university years,” Brebner-Holden stated. “She definitely helped with my passing, and I do owe her a bit of credit. However, the fact that some of my knowledge has come from her is maybe good for me too!” according to Scottish Rugby on October 19, 2023.

Ireland’s Wafer Makes Tournament Debut

Ireland has announced their team for their quarter-final match against france in Exeter on Sunday, October 22, 2023, with Aoife Wafer, aged 22, set to make her Rugby World Cup debut. Wafer’s inclusion provides a boost to the Irish squad as thay prepare for a challenging encounter.

The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) announced the team on October 19,2023,emphasizing Wafer’s potential and contribution to the team. Details of the squad and match information are available on the IRFU website.

Quarter-Final Schedule – October 21-22, 2023