Want to play for Ireland? [UPDATE]

Amazingly there really could be something in this!

John Hunter (jshunter40@hotmail.com) is the "IRFU Exiles Branch Development Manager" - and that role includes contacting the Irish Women's RFU if he becomes aware of any girls with Irish qualifications (basically parents or grandparents born in Ireland, north or south, I think) who are of "Provincial standard or higher".

Looking back at Worcester's performance on their tour to Ireland this year, I suspect that anyone who has been selected for regional - or even possibly county - rugby might reach that standard.

So that means you, Carla! And Sasha too, obviously, though "Basha" may prefer roses to shamrocks. Anyone else want to check their family tree?

If you want to take this forward contact Mr Hunter (above) (assuming he does not contact you first) or check out this page on the IRFU website and fill in the form.