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Imogen Ainsworth
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A lifelong rugby fan, Imogen spent four years studying and living in Twickenham, where she completed a BSc in Sport Science and an MA in Sports Journalism from St Mary’s University. She is passionate about women’s sport, and is part of the editorial team for RugbyPass alongside predominantly working for Eurosport (covering cycling) and TNT Sports in addition to other freelance jobs.
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Sean Lynn: 'To have my family in that huddle, dreams do come true'
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Jocelyn Barrieau: How passion, pride, and love shaped the Canada coach
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Poppy Leitch became a centurion with Exeter and isn't stopping there
Former Wales boss Ioan Cunningham appointed Fiji head coach
Ioan Cunningham, previously the head coach of Wales Women, has been appointed head coach of Fijiana XV ahead of Women’s Rugby Wo…
Imogen Ainsworth
27 Feb 2025, 4:32
Exeter Chiefs' Susie Appleby: 'Survival of the fittest at this stage'
Head coach Susie Appleby spoke to RugbyPass prior to their round 17 match about the importance of doing well by the players, even …
Imogen Ainsworth
20 Feb 2025, 10:36
Analysis
USA Ones to Watch in 2025: Who might Ilona Maher be competing with?
For fans new to the 15s game, here’s a brief rundown of some players to watch, upcoming matches, and where Maher might fit into …
Imogen Ainsworth
13 Feb 2025, 9:15
What to watch in women’s rugby: Chiefs and Quins hope for redemption
Exeter head coach Susie Appleby stressed that the team’s ambitions remain on not just the top four, but the top two as well.
Imogen Ainsworth
30 Jan 2025, 11:15
Women’s Elite Rugby announce team names ahead of March 2025 kick-off
Teams from the Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York, and Twin Cities will compete in the inaugural league, which will featu…
Imogen Ainsworth
29 Jan 2025, 11:00
What to watch in women’s rugby: SVNS returns, Lightning on the road
The HSBC SVNS series returns for round three this weekend as the party heads to Perth. Premiership Women's Rugby enters round 15 a…
Imogen Ainsworth
23 Jan 2025, 6:00
Exclusive
Olivia Apps: 'I didn't even know rugby existed and then I saw you guys play'
The 26-year-old has thrived on both the sevens and 15s scenes, and 2024 was a year in which Canada was at the forefront - perhaps …
Imogen Ainsworth
23 Jan 2025, 4:14
What to watch in women’s rugby: PWR and Celtic Challenge leaders
Celtic Challenge and Premiership Women’s Rugby action continues this weekend, with two games live on RugbyPass TV.
Imogen Ainsworth
16 Jan 2025, 5:57
England change captaincy ahead of Rugby World Cup 2025
England Rugby have announced a leadership change that means Marlie Packer will no longer be captain of the Red Roses. Less than ei…
Imogen Ainsworth
09 Jan 2025, 4:06
Harlequins Women set fourth attendance World Record in Twickenham
Harlequins set a new world record for a crowd at a women’s club rugby match during their Big Game 16 matchup with Leicester Tige…
Imogen Ainsworth
28 Dec 2024, 15:30
Standout women's rugby moments of 2024
After a blockbuster year of women’s rugby around the world, here are some of the highlights of 2024 as we look ahead to the bigg…
Imogen Ainsworth
17 Dec 2024, 10:17
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 ticket sales reach record-breaking 220,000
Women’s Rugby World Cup ticket sales have reached an all-time high with over 220,000 sold to date, meaning that already 50% more…
Imogen Ainsworth
05 Dec 2024, 8:00
Exclusive
Jocelyn Barrieau: ‘The goal is that they become household names’
In May it was announced that experienced coach Barrieau would take charge of Canada’s women’s sevens team after the Paris 2024…
Imogen Ainsworth
28 Nov 2024, 7:44
All you need to know about the Dancing with the Stars finale
Here’s all you need to know about the Dancing with the Stars finale, including how to watch and how to vote.
Imogen Ainsworth
26 Nov 2024, 6:09
Exclusive
Erin King on viral Paris 2024 moment: 'I do that every day in training!'
From representing Ireland at the Paris 2024 Olympics, going viral on social media, and starring in Ireland’s historic win over N…
Imogen Ainsworth
23 Nov 2024, 9:21
Exclusive
Cassidy Bargell: ‘Representing people with an ostomy is important’
Bargell, who plays scrum-half, spoke to exclusively RugbyPass about her journey to become USA Eagle number 323 which saw her overc…
Imogen Ainsworth
14 Nov 2024, 8:49
Exclusive
A tribute to the USA’s number one: ‘Hope Rogers is a standard-bearer’
In the USA’s last match of this year’s WXV 1, prop Hope Rogers made history as the second woman to reach 50 caps for the natio…
Imogen Ainsworth
29 Oct 2024, 8:13
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 fixtures announced
The fixtures for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 have been announced today following the pool draw last week.
Imogen Ainsworth
22 Oct 2024, 2:00
WXV: England dig deep to deny a dogged Canada and win a second title
The battle between the top two sides in the world went down to the wire in Vancouver with England prevailing, a particular impact …
Imogen Ainsworth
13 Oct 2024, 0:01
Katelyn Vahaakolo scores hat-trick as New Zealand beat France in WXV 1
The Black Ferns ended their 2024 WXV 1 campaign with a seven-try win over France to leave Vancouver with a 39-14 victory at BC Pla…
Imogen Ainsworth
12 Oct 2024, 19:41
