Challenge Cup Women
Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12 10:55 | - | Leeds Women vs St Helens Women | 8-22 |
| 07/23 13:15 | - | Wigan Women vs Leeds Women |
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| 07/22 10:45 | - | St Helens Women vs York Valkyrie Women | 17-16 |
| 05/07 11:00 | - | Leeds Women vs St Helens Women | 8-18 |
| 06/05 10:15 | - | York City Knights Women vs St Helens Women | 6-34 |
| 07/27 10:15 | - | Castleford Women vs Leeds Women | 10-16 |
Wikipedia - Women's Challenge Cup
The Women's Challenge Cup is a rugby league knockout competition organised by the Rugby Football League. The competition started in 2012.
History
2012–2016: Foundations
The Women's Challenge Cup was set up in 2012 to run alongside the men's competition to give women's rugby teams more competitive games and to give the sport a bigger profile by attaching it to the Challenge Cup. Most teams in the first few years were community clubs and had no links to professional men's clubs. In 2014 the RFL set up an amateur league for the women's game, to help more women's teams get regular game time.
2017–present: Exposure
In 2018 the competition started to receive a much higher profile, with the final being broadcast live on the BBC Sport website. In 2019 bookmakers Coral agreed to sponsor the competition – in addition to their sponsorship of the men's Challenge Cup – and it was also announced that the final of the 2019 Cup would be played as part of a triple-header with the semi-finals of the men's 2019 Challenge Cup at the University of Bolton Stadium on 27 July 2019. The 2019 competition also saw the introduction of a new trophy commissioned by the RFL.
The tournament follows a knockout format, where teams battle it out in a series of matches to secure their place in the next round. Each game is a true test of strength, agility, and strategy, as players demonstrate their exceptional tackling, passing, and kicking abilities.
The Challenge Cup Women tournament attracts top-tier teams from across the country, including renowned clubs and emerging talents. These teams consist of dedicated and passionate athletes who have honed their skills through rigorous training and countless hours of practice.
Spectators can expect to witness fast-paced action, bone-crunching tackles, and breathtaking tries as these talented women showcase their athleticism and determination on the field. The tournament not only provides a platform for these athletes to showcase their abilities but also promotes inclusivity and gender equality in the sport.
The Challenge Cup Women tournament is a celebration of women's rugby league, highlighting the incredible talent and dedication of female athletes. It serves as a reminder of the growing popularity and recognition of women's sports, inspiring young girls to pursue their dreams and break barriers in the world of rugby league.