THE BARBARIANS ARE set to field a women’s side for the first time, and they’ll make their debut against Munster at Thomond Park on November 10.
The clash will act as a curtain raiser for the Barbarians men’s team’s encounter with Tonga.
The invitational side will be coached by England Word Cup winner and current Wasps director of rugby Giselle Maher, and former Ireland captain Fiona Coghlan has been selected for the squad.
Players from seven other nations including New Zealand, France and Canada have been recruited for the first match in Limerick, with several other fixtures against club, provincial and international teams planned for the 2017-18 season.
A full schedule will be confirmed later this year.
ANNOUNCEMENT 🗞
— Barbarian FC (@Barbarian_FC) October 10, 2017
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Delighted to selected for the first @Barbarian_FC Women's squad. Thanks to all who made this happen @fionastockley22 https://t.co/O8fUPBit8Q
— Fiona Coghlan (@CoghlanFiona) October 10, 2017
“We’re delighted to open a new chapter in the Barbarian FC’s history with the creation of our women’s team this season,” Barbarians chairman John Spencer said.
“Its formation is something we’ve been working towards for a number of years and it is a reflection of the excellence of the global women’s game which was showcased so brilliantly at this year’s World Cup.
“Our aim is to welcome more talented players into this iconic club to forge new friendships and play with the style and passion for which the Barbarians are famous.
“We are working with clubs and unions around the world to make sure it benefits the players and the game.”
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