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Episode 12: In Camp with England U'20s

January 17, 2024·34 min·3 clips

Sam reveals exclusive England Under-20s camp footage and interviews with breakthrough fly halves Ella Cromack and Emilia McDougall.

This episode is a special edition focused on England's Under-20s women's rugby team, hosted by Sam. It features interviews recorded at a training camp in Bisham Abbey with two rising star fly-halves, Ella Cromack and Emilia McDougall. The show also includes segments on the British and Irish Lions tour and a major Saracens club match. Ella Cromack and Emilia McDougall discuss their experience at the national camp and transitioning from the Under-18s to the Under-20s setup. They talk about the value of reuniting with peers from different Premier 15s clubs during the international gathering. Host Sam shares personal opinions on the announced 2027 British and Irish Lions tour to New Zealand. The episode includes an interview with Wales international Georgia Evans, recorded after her team's win over Exeter, where she comments on the Lions. Listeners also hear from Saracens head coach Alex Austerberry and centre Sophie Bridger ahead of their important match against Gloucester-Hartpury. A key insight is the players' perspective on how the camp fosters friendships and connections across club rivalries. The inclusion of Georgia Evans provides a Welsh player's viewpoint on the significance of a potential women's Lions tour. The direct access to a head coach and player previewing a top club fixture offers tactical and emotional context. The episode promises exclusive behind-the-scenes content from the camp to be released on social media. The tone is enthusiastic and conversational, blending informal camp interviews with broader rugby news discussion. The style is journalistic, offering direct access to players, coaches, and the host's commentary. This episode is ideal for fans of women's rugby keen on youth development and behind-the-scenes access to national team camps. Listeners primarily interested in match analysis or a single topic might find the variety of segments less focused.

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