Jasmine and Alisha Joyce return to Welsh rugby next season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:07 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Jasmine Joyce and Alisha Joyce will play their rugby in Wales next season after moving from Bristol Bears. The couple cited family reasons for their decision, wanting to spend more time with their son. Both players expressed ambition to continue competing at a high level while also providing support to emerging Welsh rugby talent. Their move is seen positively by Wales head coach Sean Lynn, who aims to encourage more players to return to Wales. Additionally, the Welsh Rugby Union has shown interest in expanding the women's league to facilitate such transitions.
- •Jasmine and Alisha Joyce finished their careers with Bristol Bears last weekend.
- •They plan to play for Brython Thunder in the Celtic Challenge.
- •The couple made the decision for family reasons, wanting a better support network.
- •Wales head coach Sean Lynn supports their return, aiming for more Welsh players back home.
- •WRU is interested in entering a team into an expanded women's league.
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — Joyce pair have point to prove after move back to Wales
- 11:59 AMBBC Sport — Joyce pair have point to prove after move back to Wales
"The international duo say they remain ambitious for club and country after confirming they will play their rugby in Wales next season.
"The international duo say they remain ambitious for club and country after confirming they will play their rugby in Wales next season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 12:07 PMJoyce pair have point to prove after move back to Wales
The international duo say they remain ambitious for club and country after confirming they will play their rugby in Wales next season.
- BBC SportJun 12, 2026, 11:59 AMJoyce pair have point to prove after move back to Wales
The international duo say they remain ambitious for club and country after confirming they will play their rugby in Wales next season.
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