England's Fiona Pocock runs in to score a try during the IRB Women's World Cup match at Surrey Sports Park, Guildford.
England star joins East London ladies rugby team
Kirk Blows, Recorder Reporter
Thursday, September 20, 2012
12:06 PM
East London Women’s RFC, Newham’s only women’s rugby club, have appointed England international Fiona Pocock as their new coach for their first full season.
Pocock, 23, said: “Coaching a rugby team has always been one of my aspirations.
“I am delighted to have been given the opportunity to take on this challenge so soon.
“East London RFC is a brand new team and we already have over 25 players with plenty more on their way.”
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