WRU appoints Lillicrap to new women's role
Former captain Siwan Lillicrap is named head of women's coaching and development by the Welsh Rugby Union.
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"I am incredibly excited to take on this new role and bring my passion, knowledge and experience to this next chapter of developing our women's and girls' pathway."
— Siwan Lillicrap , Athlete
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Former captain Siwan Lillicrap is named head of women's coaching and development by the Welsh Rugby Union.
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