Quins received the kick-off and quickly forced Park onto the backfoot. The home team defence held out well, but the Quins attack was relentless. It was Alex Burbidge, at fly-half, who took the ball blind and danced around the defence to open the scoring for Quins. Just minutes later, Burbidge scored again, after a well-timed offload from prop, Louise Clancy.

Park worked hard in defence but Quins were to break through again when number 8, Pippa Butt drove through and crossed the line.

The second half opened with a much stronger looking home side. Quins now had to work a lot harder in defence and fight hard to regain lost possession. Quins were still dangerous with the ball in-hand, particularly Burbidge, who went on to complete her hat-trick.

Harlequins’ final try came after an outstanding run by prop, Chevonne Rennison, making a break from the Quins 22, and powering all the way to the opposition 5 metre line. Winger, Sophie Hill was there in close support to receive the pop pass and finish off the try, her first as a Quins senior.

Rosslyn Park refused to let Quins keep a clean sheet, making the most of a Harlequins knock-on, picking up and running in the ball.

The afternoon proved to be a great opportunity for both teams to prepare for their forthcoming league fixtures, and to try out players in new positions. The Harlequin Ladies would particularly like to thank Anna Bullingham for sponsoring this game.

Team: Clancy, Everett, Young, Greaves, Smith, Quinn, Anderson, Butt, Tracey, Burbidge, Antao, Rennison, Athorn, Bullingham, Wilson, Melvin, Hill, Coy, Cushion.

Harlequin Ladies are always on the lookout for new players. Whether an old-hand or a complete novice, we look forward to hearing from you. The Harlequin Ladies train on Wednesday and Friday nights from 7.30pm to 9pm on the training pitch behind the 1st XV pitch at The Stoop and matches are played on Sunday. For younger players, the U16 and U18 Academy Squads train on Friday nights from 6.30pm till 7.30pm at the same venue.

For further press opportunities or more information about the Harlequin Ladies, please contact Jo Everett – Press and PR Secretary at quinsladies@hotmail.com.

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