CATHERINE SPENCER
FORMER ENGLAND WOMEN’S CAPTAIN

Star signing: Katy Daley-McLean has become playercoach at Sale Sharks
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For rugby purists who argue the case for ongoing promotion and relegation (I include myself) Exeter Chiefs have been our shining beacon of light. Their strong, steady assured rise up the ranks has resulted in them being one of the most successful top flight rugby clubs over the last ten years.
Their success has been consistent and seemingly perfectly timed all while building a strong ethos, a loyal fan base and an accounts sheet to be fairly...