Gloucester-Hartpury coach assesses future after semi-final loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:23 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Dan Murphy, head coach of Gloucester-Hartpury, is evaluating the team's approach for next season after their 29-26 defeat to Trailfinders in the Premiership Women's Rugby semi-final. Despite a dominant league run, the team struggled with key player absences and lost after trailing 24-7 at halftime. Murphy indicated a need for reflection in the wake of the defeat and acknowledged the upcoming departure of several long-serving players, including England captain Zoe Stratford. He emphasized the importance of young players gaining experience from the match, as they look to rebuild and regroup for the next season.
- •Murphy to assess team strategy after the semi-final loss
- •Gloucester-Hartpury lost 29-26 to Trailfinders
- •Team missed key players due to injuries and absences
- •Several long-serving players will depart this summer
- •Younger players gained valuable experience during the match
- 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — Murphy needs to take stock after semi-final loss
"Gloucester-Hartpury head coach Dan Murphy says they need time to evaluate how to approach next season.
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