Swinton Lionesses have advanced to the Challenge Shield Final after a hard-fought victory against Hull KR.
The Lionesses were able to show their strength and resilience being able to win 18-12 this weekend.
And with a strong victory from the Lionesses, they will be looking ahead to the final where they will face off against local rivals Salford Red Devils Women.
The determined performance from the Lionesses started early, with Shannon Stephen moving the ball quickly to score the first try of the fixture.
The early lead set the Swinton Lionesses ambitious tone for the fixture, as they were determined to make it to the final.
However, this determination was met with a fight back from the away side with Hull KR responding strongly – although they were able to hold on.
And the Lionesses were able to extend their lead through Cailey Miller, with a quick tap play, before Hull KR let a kick bounce.
The bounce led to Swinton’s Libby Clarke chasing the ball down and collecting before putting the ball down to put a distance between the two sides.
Beth Heyes added one important conversion to keep the scoreboard ticking in Swinton’s favour.
Hull KR mounted a late challenge, putting pressure on the Lionesses heading into the final stages. However, Ellie Jelves sealed the win for Swinton with a decisive fourth try.
It was a dedicated team performance from the Lionesses, with standout efforts across the park and a real show of resilience to close out the game under pressure.
The determined and resilient performance from the Lionesses also saw player of the match was awarded to Libby Clarke.
The Lionesses will be now be eagerly awaiting their final against Salford Red Devils Women – with the two sides hoping to bring home some silverware.
The final is set to take place at the Millennium Stadium, the home of Featherstone Rovers, on Sunday 11th May.
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