Wallaroos extended squad announced
Wallaroos head coach Paul Verrell has today announced an extended training squad to attend a high performance camp on the Gold Coast next month.
The camp marks the start of the Australian side's preparation for the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup, to be played in Ireland.
The squad consists of 12 players from NSW, five from the ACT, eight from Queensland, five from Western Australia and three each from Victoria, South Australia and Australian Services Rugby Union.
“This camp is a great opportunity for us to have a look at players across all positions and to start our planning for the next three years," Verrell said.
“The talent that was on display during the Women’s Nationals was exceptional and it was clear that there is a whole new generation of Wallaroos players coming through the ranks.
“Although the squad we have selected won’t be the final group we take to Ireland in 2017, it’s an important first step on that journey to set the high standards w