Anya earns prestigious rugby opportunity
The 15-year-old has made big strides in the rugby world as, despite being in the younger age group, she has already played for Lancashire and North of England Under 18s.
She attended a gruelling trial at Loughborough College but got the news she had won a spot.
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Hide Ad“I am really excited,” said Anya, who was also selected for the England Under 15 Development Group, meaning she was in the top 30 in England in her age group.
“It will be hard as I will be moving away from home and from my friends, but I know it’s a chance in a lifetime.”