Overview

World Rugby has unveiled the nominees for the 2025 Women’s 15s Player of the Year and Breakthrough player of the Year⁤ awards. The ⁢nominations reflect a year ‍of notable growth and competition⁣ in the women’s game, highlighting exceptional talent from⁢ across the globe. Winners will be announced⁣ on November 30, 2024, at the World Rugby Awards in Paris.

Player of the Year Nominees

The player of the Year award recognizes the most outstanding⁢ female player in the world. This year’s nominees represent a diverse range of playing styles and national teams, showcasing the increasing depth of talent ⁣in women’s rugby. The nominees are:

• Sarah Bern (England): ⁣A dominant prop known for her powerful scrummaging and strong carrying.
• Zoe Aldcroft (England): A versatile forward capable of playing⁢ across⁣ the pack, renowned for her ‍work rate and‍ tackling.
• Abigail Sweet (England): A dynamic back-rower who consistently ⁣makes⁢ an impact with her ball-carrying‍ and breakdown⁣ work.
• Laurette Reymond (france): A creative and influential fly-half, orchestrating the French attack.
• Gaëlle Hermet (France): ⁢ A powerful and skillful flanker, ⁢a key figure in the French team.
• Moana Taimi (New Zealand): A dynamic and impactful loose forward, known for her physicality and leadership.

Breakthrough Player of the Year Nominees

The Breakthrough Player of the Year award celebrates emerging talent who have made a⁤ significant impact on the international stage. These players represent the future of women’s rugby, demonstrating exceptional ‍potential and promise. The nominees are:

• Lilly Campbell ⁣(Scotland): A promising fly-half with a mature⁤ game and ‍excellent kicking skills.
• Beth Wilcock (England): A dynamic scrum-half who has quickly established‍ herself as a key player for England.
• Chloe McCarrick (Ireland): ⁣A powerful and versatile forward, making a⁣ significant impact for Ireland.
• Madison Deming (USA): A standout performer for the USA,⁣ known for her physicality and work rate.
• Niamh Briggs (Ireland): A versatile player who has excelled in multiple positions for ireland.
• Fi O’Connell (Ireland): A dynamic and impactful player who has‍ quickly become a key member⁢ of⁢ the Irish⁤ team.

voting Process and Timeline

The winners will be ⁤selected by a⁤ global panel comprising ⁣media members, ⁣players, and representatives from World Rugby.‍ The voting process will take place over the next week, with the winners announced at the World Rugby awards in Paris on November 30, 2024. The awards ceremony will also⁤ recognize ⁤achievements in men’s ⁢rugby,making it a⁢ festivity of⁤ the sport as a ‍whole.