Von Williams joins Hornets Women for 2025

Rochdale Hornets Women have announced the signing of front rower Von Williams for the 2025 season.

The 38-year-old front rower has signed for Hornets following recent performances for Bury Rugby Union.

She becomes the thirteenth signing to join Ben Bird's squad ahead of the 2025 season.

“Originally I made aware of Rochdale Hornets as a potential team for my daughter. I went along with her and it was quickly very apparent to me who Ben and Rob were as coaches. The atmosphere they have created with the women's team is refreshing and always welcomed everyone. They believe in building players and investing in them. I instantly knew I'd love to be involved with them.

My mental health and fitness was the main reason for joining rugby a year ago and I started in union at Bury RUFC. I want to continue to play rugby for as long as possible. The more sessions and more opportunity I get to build, train and improve my fitness physically and mentally will always be my main goal! I love the physically of it and pushing my limits but the pride I feel getting to play alongside my daughter again as a team will always be an amazing opportunity I can't and won't say no to.”

Rochdale Hornets Women head coach Ben Bird said: “Von has been a fantastic character to have around the squad. She's a leader and is naturally caring and encouraging. She's a very strong full bodied ball carrier and relishes heavy contact. Coming from the Bury Rugby union club with her daughter Molly, Von is going to be a genuine one to watch.”

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