Challenge Cup Women
| Date | R | Home v Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/08 10:45 | - | Leeds Women v St Helens Women | 0-22 |
| 05/19 11:30 | - | Wigan Women v Leeds Women | 20-34 |
| 05/18 10:15 | - | St Helens Women v York Valkyrie Women | 32-2 |
| 08/12 10:55 | - | Leeds Women v St Helens Women | 8-22 |
| 07/23 13:15 | - | Wigan Women v Leeds Women |
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| 07/22 10:45 | - | St Helens Women v York Valkyrie Women | 17-16 |
| 05/07 11:00 | - | Leeds Women v St Helens Women | 8-18 |
| 06/05 10:15 | - | York City Knights Women v St Helens Women | 6-34 |
| 07/27 10:15 | - | Castleford Women v Leeds Women | 10-16 |
Wikipedia - Women's Challenge Cup
The Women's Challenge Cup is a rugby league knockout competition organised by the Rugby Football League. The competition started in 2012.
History
2012–2016: Foundations
The Women's Challenge Cup was set up in 2012 to run alongside the men's competition to give women's rugby teams more competitive games and to give the sport a bigger profile by attaching it to the Challenge Cup. Most teams in the first few years were community clubs and had no links to professional men's clubs. In 2014 the RFL set up an amateur league for the women's game, to help more women's teams get regular game time.
2017–2020: Exposure
In 2018 the competition started to receive a much higher profile, with the final being broadcast live on the BBC Sport website. In 2019 bookmakers Coral agreed to sponsor the competition – in addition to their sponsorship of the men's Challenge Cup – and it was also announced that the final of the 2019 Cup would be played as part of a triple-header with the semi-finals of the men's 2019 Challenge Cup at the University of Bolton Stadium on 27 July 2019. The 2019 competition also saw the introduction of a new trophy commissioned by the RFL. In 2020, the competition was suspended after the first round and later cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021–present: Restructuring
In the 2021 competition, entry was restricted to the ten teams in the Super League. The following year the competition expanded to 16 teams (12 Super League, three Championship and one Super League South) and a group stage was introduced with the top two teams from the four groups advancing to the quarter-final stage.
The Challenge Cup Women is an exhilarating annual rugby league tournament that showcases the incredible talent, skill, and determination of female athletes from across the globe. Established to promote and elevate women's rugby league, this prestigious competition brings together top teams from various leagues and nations, creating a vibrant atmosphere of competition and camaraderie.
Set against the backdrop of passionate fans and iconic stadiums, the Challenge Cup Women features a series of thrilling matches that highlight the athleticism and strategic prowess of the players. Teams battle it out in a knockout format, culminating in a grand final that promises to be a showcase of the best in women's rugby league.
Participants include elite clubs and national teams, each vying for the coveted trophy and the honor of being crowned champions. The tournament not only emphasizes the competitive spirit of the game but also serves as a platform for promoting women's sports, inspiring the next generation of female athletes.
With a focus on inclusivity and empowerment, the Challenge Cup Women is more than just a tournament; it is a celebration of the growth and evolution of women's rugby league. Fans can expect high-octane action, unforgettable moments, and the chance to witness the rise of future stars in the sport.
Join us for this thrilling event, where passion meets performance, and witness the power of women in rugby league!