22 Apr 2023
Rhinos name squad for Challenge Cup opener

Leeds Rhinos Women will begin their Betfred Women's Challenge Cup campaign on Sunday 22nd April against Bradford Bulls at Sports Park Weetwood, KO 1pm.
Bethan Dainton returns after representing the Army RU side last week and Mayzi Carter and Jenna Greening are in the mix to make their debuts. Tara Moxon and Ella Johnson are also back in the squad and could make their first appearances for the club this season.
Shoulder injuries to Zoe Hornby, Elle Frain and Caitlin Beevers will rule the trio out for this game. Hornby picked up her injury in the opening game of the season and Frain and Beevers got their knocks in last week's game against Huddersfield Giants.
Leeds Rhinos head coach Lois Forsell confirmed that Georgia Roche would be leaving the club after signing a contract for an NRLW side.
The full squad is:
2. Sophie Robinson – sponsored by Y F Furniture
4. Hanna Butcher – sponsored by NIC FM Services Group
5. Sophie Nuttall – sponsored by AC Auto Locksmiths
7. Sam Hulme – sponsored by KBW Chambers
9. Keara Bennett – sponsored by Harris Creative
10. Dannielle Anderson – sponsored by Age Partnership
11. Amy Hardcastle – sponsored by Rhino Safety Ltd
12. Bethan Dainton - sponsored by Realia Marketin
15. Jasmine Cudjoe
16. Beth Lockwood
17. Tasha Gaines – sponsored by R&R Scrap Metal Merchants
18. Izzy Northrop
20. Tara Moxon - sponsored by Leeds Rhinos Players Association
21. Eloise Hayward
22. Kaiya Glynn
23. Ella Johnson - sponsored by Eileen Dockray
24. Jenna Greening
26. Caitlin Casey – sponsored by Professional Security
27. Mayzi Carter
More information
Please see the below fan information ahead of Sunday's game
Gates Open – 12noon
Ticket Prices – Minimum suggested donation of £5 for adults and concessions (senior citizens 65 & over and students) / FREE for Juniors aged 16 & under. Cash only on match day – tickets are not pre-sold for this match.
Viewing areas – Standing around the pitch with a small, seated stand which will be unreserved. There is ramp to access along the side of the pitch.
Parking – There is strictly no spectator parking available at the venue, fans must park in surrounding residential areas. Do not park at Weetwood Hall Hotel (parking fines are in operation) or on the grass verges on the ring road and respect the neighbours surrounding the venue. Limited disabled parking will be available onsite at Sports Park Weetwood only.
Food and Drink – There is a café onsite for fans to purchase food and drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Fans cannot bring their own alcohol.
Before the game – If you fancy heading for a drink or lunch after the game, you can head over to Weetwood Hall Hotel. The Stables Pub is also open from midday serving a selection of real ales, wines, spirits and snacks. Take a seat in the cosy pub or outside in the traditional cobbled courtyard. Please be aware you cannot bring drinks from the hotel onto Sports Park Weetwood.
Dogs – Dogs are not allowed at the venue with exception of Guide Dogs.