DAVE WARD’S first match in charge of Bristol Bears Women ended in a 24-7 win over Worcester, as preparations for the Premier 15s season gather pace.
Sioned Harries had given Warriors the lead at Sixways until Bristol unleashed their attack to score four unanswered tries courtesy of Grace Compton, Keira Bevan, Hannah West and Kyara Martin.
Reigning champions Harlequins also tasted victory in their first preseason run-out, beating DMP Sharks 43-0, with new signing Ellie Kildunne among the tryscorers. Kildunne’s old club Wasps edged past Exeter 18-14 at Sandy Park, pulling the game back in thei...