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Gloucester-Hartpury signs Gabrielle Vernier from Blagnac Rugby Feminin

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:03 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Gloucester-Hartpury signs Gabrielle Vernier from Blagnac Rugby Feminin
Summary

Gloucester-Hartpury confirmed the signing of France centre Gabrielle Vernier for the 2026-27 season. Vernier arrives from Blagnac Rugby Feminin, bringing extensive international experience with 60 caps for France since her debut in 2017. She was named the Six Nations Player of the Championship in 2023. This move follows the departure of England centre Tatyana Heard to Sale Sharks this summer. Vernier expressed enthusiasm for the club's ambitions and the chance to compete in the PWR, one of the world's top competitions.

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  • •Gabrielle Vernier has played 60 times for France since 2017.
  • •She was named the Six Nations Player of the Championship in 2023.
  • •Vernier previously played for Racing Club Nanterre and Lille MRCV.
  • •Her signing addresses a key position after Tatyana Heard's exit.
  • •The length of Vernier's contract with Gloucester-Hartpury remains undisclosed.
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  • 3:03 PMYahoo Sports — Gloucester-Hartpury sign France centre Vernier
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Gloucester-Hartpury sign France centre Gabrielle Vernier for next season from top tier French side Blagnac Rugby Feminin.

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