Gloucester-Hartpury sign Australia prop O'Gorman
Gloucester-Hartpury has signed Australian tight-head prop Bridie O'Gorman for the 2026-27 Premiership Women's Rugby season. O'Gorman, a Wallaroos international, joins the team following the conclusion of the WXV Series.
Why it matters
This move reflects the increasing internationalization and professionalization of women's rugby in the UK.
Gloucester-Hartpury have signed Australia tight-head prop Bridie O'Gorman for the 2026-27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
The 27-year-old has 43 caps for the Wallaroos since making her debut in 2022, playing in both the delayed 2021 World Cup and last year's tournament in England.
O'Gorman has been playing for NSW Waratahs and will join Gloucester-Hartpury following the WXV Series, which concludes at the end of this month.
Head of rugby Dan Murphy described O'Gorman as a set-piece specialist who would add international quality to their pack.
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