St Helens Secures Women's Super League Semi-Final Spot; Barrow Raiders Maintains Status

St Helens secured a place in the Women's Super League semi-finals by defeating Leeds Rhinos in their final regular season match. This victory positions them as strong contenders to face Leeds again in the upcoming semi-final.

The match saw St Helens achieve their seventh consecutive win at Headingley, with tries from Emily Rudge, Caitlin Casey, Vicky Whitfield, and Jodie Cunningham, along with four conversions by Faye Gaskin, allowing them to maintain a lead throughout the game. Leeds responded with tries from Ruby Bruce, Ebony Stead, Liv Whitehead, and Evie Cousins, but struggled with conversions.

In another match, Barrow Raiders achieved a crucial 24-20 victory over Leigh Leopards, ensuring their Women's Super League status until 2027. This win came after a previous defeat to Leigh earlier in the season. Barrow's tries from Sam Norman, Leah Clough, Emma Hutchinson, and Maddie Houghton helped them secure the necessary points, while Leigh now faces a promotion/relegation play-off.