Loughborough confirm departure of senior international playmaker
Helen Nelson will leave Loughborough Lightning at the conclusion of the 2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
21 May 2026, 3:24
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Sale Sharks captain Georgie Perris-Redding has re-signed with the club to spend a seventh season in the North West.
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PWR Round 15 talking points: Sharks move into semi-final spots
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Joe Harvey
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Rigoni praises Sale and 'very calm' team mate who 'plays as if time has stopped'
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World Cup winner latest to re-commit to Loughborough Lightning
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Joe Harvey
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Helena Rowland to make first PWR appearance since World Cup win
World Cup winner Helena Rowland is set to make her first PWR appearance of the season when she steps out for Loughborough Lightnin…
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