Gloucester-Hartpury prepares for PWR semi-final against Trailfinders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Gloucester-Hartpury head coach Dan Murphy emphasizes the importance of experience as his team faces the Trailfinders in the Premiership Women's Rugby semi-finals this weekend. Despite entering the play-offs with back-to-back losses, Murphy notes that his squad has valuable experience from previous seasons. The match is significant for Gloucester-Hartpury, who seek their fourth consecutive PWR title but would mark Murphy's first as head coach. The home venue, renamed Queensholm, is expected to be a motivating factor for the team.
- •Gloucester-Hartpury lost to Trailfinders in their last meeting.
- •Murphy highlights players' international experience as vital.
- •Match set for this weekend at Queensholm.
- •Gloucester seeks a fourth consecutive PWR title.
- 3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Murphy hoping to count on experience in play-offs
"Gloucester-Hartpury head coach Dan Murphy says his side's experience can help make the difference in their PWR semi-final against Trailfinders.
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