GrassRoots - Women's Rugby from the Roots Up

In celebration of the first ever feature-length documentary about Women’s Rugby, No Woman No Try, we welcome the inspiration behind it, Victoria Rush. Victoria gives us a fantastic walkthrough of her experience in rugby, the massive reaction to #IamEnough and the creation and realisation of No Woman No Try. Victoria talks passionately about empowerment, women’s sport, kit and imposter syndrome. Oh...

Hello and welcome to episode 15 of GrassRoots, the only podcast aimed squarely at the women’s grassroots game. In episode 15 we discuss the trials and tribulations of captaincy with Katie and we welcome a guest all the way in New South Wales, Australia. In a fascinating interview we hear about women’s rugby down under, the challenges of playing in hot weather and learn that refs can be stupid ther...

Welcome to Episode 14! We discuss the best rugby themed Valentine's Days, Part 2 of our Blueprint to setting up a Women's Rugby Team and Jodie introduces a new segment 'Knock On, or Knock Off'. We welcome Caroline from Bo'Ness in Scotland, Chez outlines a perfect day with Jamie Roberts and we look at the impact TikTok has on the Women's game! Don't forgot to vote for us for the Sports Podcast Awar...

This is Episode 13 of GrassRoots - Women's Rugby from the Roots Up In a ridiculous juxtaposition from the more serious Episode 12, we discuss how rugby has an impact on our sex lives. Jodie puts in a request to the listeners to take her on a date, ChezSez stitches up Nik Joyce, talks us through her terrible birthday and we start a new section: How to start and grow a Women’s Team. Our special gues...

In this special episode we hear stories from: Claire from Stafford Ladies Jas, Ruth and Rosie from Stourbridge Kesteven Ladies Nik from CNRUFC. We discuss our experiences of mental health , how we can help others, how we cope with a busy life and rugby and what clubs do, and can do better to support people with mental illness. *****TRIGGER WARNING***** some of this content may be difficult for som...

In Episode 12 we discuss Mental Health , how to help our team mates and how it has affected us personally. We look at how to support each each other, how it impacts our lives and we welcome Meg and Tom from #RugbyTalks to talk about their work supporting the rugby community. (https://www.facebook.com/groups/390745479358760) This is part 1 of a 2 parter- in part 2 we hear from people who have diffe...

Welcome to the last episode of 2021! In a rather tired and emotional (hungover) Episode 11 of GrassRoots , the only podcast aimed squarely at the grassroots women’s game we discuss the aftermath of the team Christmas Social, what makes a good rugby party and generally try to piece together the previous 24 hours. We discuss a little bit of rugby, Cherie doesn’t know what AC stands for, and Jodie fi...

In this very special Episode, we meet International Player of the Year and Gloucester Hartpury Supersta r, Zoe Aldcroft . In this fascinating interview we get a brilliant insight into what it takes to be at the very top of your game, how Zoe prepares for matches and her GrassRoots memories. We look at the similarities between Zoe and ChezSez, discuss high performance sport and pathways and look at...

Welcome to Episode 9 of GrassRoots , the only podcast exclusively focused on the grassroots women’s rugby game. In this high tackle of an episode, we talk about initiations, coming back to rugby after having children and we welcome Karon from Diss Ladies to the podcast. As Mollie was unfortunately unavailable to record due to ‘reasons unknown’, the episode is hosted by Nik Joyce , the first ever f...

This is episode 8 of GrassRoots , the only podcast dedicated to the Grass Roots women’s rugby game. This is another feature-length episode where we talk about the frustrations of poorly fitting kit, we go into far too much detail about sports bras and ChezSez moves house with only to be expected results. The special guest interview is Fergus Farrell from Halbro , a kit manufacturer which is one of...

On this feature length episode of GrassRoots we discuss ideas for fundraising, the merits or otherwise of doing a naked calendar, Lou makes a big decision and Cherie gets sent off again. We welcome Stourbridge Ladies to the podcast and hear all about their journey and we finally round off Fantasy 15, with ridiculous results. Twitter: @gr_rugbypod Instagram: @grassrootsrugbypod To get in touch: maf...

Welcome to Episode 6! In this accidental offside of an episode we discuss Mollie's holiday, round off the fantasy 15, and talk about the challenges of playing in, and coaching mixed-ability teams. We welcome Telford Hornets for a live, pitch-side interview and debate the merits of relegation / promotion in a post covid rugby world. Chez is up to no good in the theatre and laments the fact she didn...

In this jam packed episode we hear all about the rituals before games, Chez outlines some of the quirkier features of the rugby changing rooms, Jodie conducts a scientific study of Didsbury and we welcome Rochford Vixens to the pod. This week's Grass Roots Salute goes to Meg Stevens - her just giving page is: www. justgiving.com/Megan-Stevens2 Insta: @grassrootsrugbypod Twitter: @gr_rugbypod Faceb...

In this jam packed episode we discuss the aftermath of a match, being hit by the rugby bus and the usual segments. Cherie visits Pim and Pam, Lou makes questionable cocktails and we look at how to grow the game. We also welcome the fabulous Emma from Sleaford Ladies. She gives us a fantastic account of the work they are doing over in Lincolnshire to grow the game! Twitter: @gr_rugbypod Facebook: w...

In this ridiculous episode Cherie gives us her unique approach to balancing rugby with life, Mollie disgraces herself in the gym and derails the podcast, we discuss the challenges of relationships in the game and hear from Sally at Aretians Ladies. This is definitely not one to play in a public place with little ears wagging.....! www.linktr.ee/grassrootsrugbypod Twitter: @gr_rugbypod

In this episode we welcome Skipton Roses, discuss the laws that drive us mad and Cherie tells us all about her approach to ball retention. We talk about what it is like to lose, cancellations of fixtures and the usual segments. Social: @gr_rubypod (Twitter) @grassrootsrugbypod (FB) Also follow us on Instagram!

This is the 1st full-length episode of GrassRoots In this episode we: Welcome the new season Discuss shower etiquette with a little too much detail to be honest Give a shout out to Kenilworth RUFC Hear from the coach at Handsworth RUFC Discuss our fantasy 15 tight five. To support Jess Pardo and the charity promoted by Kenilworth RUFC, please visit: https://shinealightss.org.uk/

Welcome to GrassRoots , the only podcast dedicated to the grass roots of women's rugby. This podcast will: Discuss the characters and incidents within the game Shine a spotlight on the issues within the women's game Celebrate the culture and clubs that make up the UK's fastest growing sport Look at the leagues and results Put the women's game as we know and love it, front and centre. This podcast...