Why More Girls Are Playing Rugby in Bishop’s Stortford - Nikky Wilkins

**Nikky Wilkins - Bishop’s Stortford Rugby Club** **This episode is brought to you by:** **StortWEB** Simple, modern websites for local businesses. https://stortweb.com/ Nikky Wilkins joins the podcast to talk about the growth of girls’ rugby at Bishop’s Stortford Rugby Club, where she is Minis Chair, Girls Youth Chair and coaches across several age groups. One of the club’s U12 girls groups started last season with just four players and finished with 21. Nikky explains why more girls are discovering rugby, why visibility matters and what the sport can offer beyond the pitch. We talk confidence, resilience, teamwork, friendships and creating a place where young people can completely be themselves. And Nikky has a clear message for anyone who still thinks rugby is just for boys: **It isn’t. There is a place for you.** Bishop’s Stortford Rugby Club: https://bsrfc.co.uk/ **Stortford Spotlight** Nikky’s Jackson Square billboard: **“Try girls rugby. Find your power. Find your pack.”** Her secret spot: **Birchanger Woods** Her local legend: **Steve Fisk** https://roots2success.org.uk/ **Support the Podcast** You can support The Bishop’s Stortford Community Podcast through The Giving Lottery. Every ticket helps fund equipment, recording time, and the ongoing work of telling local stories while also supporting good causes. Support here: https://www.givinglottery.org.uk/support/bishops-stortford-community-podcast-cic