Giants secure first win in Women's Super League Shield against Barrow
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 3:23 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Huddersfield Giants claimed their first victory in the Women's Super League Shield with a 36-20 win over Barrow Raiders at Laund Hill on August 9, 2026. After falling behind early, the Giants surged ahead with four first-half tries, eventually leading 36-20 despite a strong second-half comeback attempt from Barrow. The Raiders remain winless and at the bottom of the Shield stage standings. They have three consecutive home games coming up, where they must secure wins to avoid facing relegation.
- •Giants lead 22-4 at halftime.
- •Barrow made a comeback, narrowing the score to 28-20.
- •Giants scored two late tries to secure the win.
- •Giants' next game will be crucial for maintaining their form.
- •Barrow faces three home matches needing vital wins to avoid relegation.
- 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Giants score seven to edge past winless Raiders
"A second half Barrow comeback was not enough, as the Huddersfield Giants claim their first win in the Women's Super League Shield.
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