Women’s 2026 Squad

(1) Hannah Quirk

Born: 28th March 2002, Widnes

Position: Full-back

Other clubs: Lancaster University

A home-grown talent, Hannah began her Widnes career at 16 years old and has represented Lancashire at under 19’s level. Hannah enjoyed time away from the club playing university Rugby before making a return. Since arriving back, she has played a pivotal role in the success of the Vikings team over the last couple of seasons including securing a length of the field try in the League Cup Final victory. As a reward for her eye-catching performances, she is a regular feature in the England Community Lions squad. In the 2025 season she finished as the Vikings top try scorer and in 2024 claimed coaches and players player of the year.

(2) Naoimh Gill-Ward

Born:

Position: Wing, Full-back

Other clubs:

 

(3) Marnie-Lee Kelly

Born: 24th September 2006, Widnes

Position: Centre, Half-back, Wing

Other clubs: Halton Hornets, Salford, Wigan St Patricks

A product of the Halton Hornets system, Marnie-Lee progressed through the ranks as a youngster before stepping up to open age where she played winter league for the club. Following a string of impressive performances Salford was keen to sign her up to Championship Rugby. The versatile back played just under two seasons for the club before signing for her hometown Widnes. Since arriving at Widnes her ability to play multiple positions has been crucial for the club’s success. In 2025 Marnie-Lee played a key role in the Vikings being crowned League Leaders and League One Grand Final Champions.

(4) Rachael Porter

Born: 20th October 1999, Widnes

Position: Centre

Other clubs: Wigan Warriors

The home-grown outside back has had a long and successful 15 year Rugby career. Rachael enjoyed a spell at Wigan Warriors before deciding to link up with her hometown club Widnes. She has enjoyed touch Rugby success for England winning gold in the European Championships. Rachael crossed the line in the Vikings 2024 League Cup Final victory and played a crucial role in the clubs promotion to the Championship in 2025. A multi-sport talent Rachael has also enjoyed a successful Cricketing career before turning her full attention to Rugby League.

(5) Evie Price-Horrocks

Born: 13th October 2004, Bolton

Position: Wing, Full-back

Other clubs: Wigan St Patricks, Leigh Leopards, Ashton Bears

The versatile outside back played her first game back in 2021. Despite being introduced to Rugby League late, Evie has an impressive try scoring record picking up top try scorer in her first season in the game. She was a key member in the squad that lifted the League Cup trophy in 2024. Evie also played a key role in the team that lifted the 2025 League One league leader’s trophy and the League One Grand Final trophy. An all round athlete, Evie also swims competitively and plays Rugby Union during the Rugby League off season.

(6) Hollie Jones

Born: 30th March 2000, Wigan

Position: Half-back, Centre

Other clubs: Liverpool St Helens (Rugby Union), Salford Red Devils

A talent in both codes, Hollie made the switch to Rugby League signing for Salford Red Devils after a successful spell in Rugby Union. During her time playing for Salford she secured her Super League debut before switching to Widnes. Whilst at Widnes, Hollie played a key role in the 2024 League Cup Final and made an appearance in the 2025 League One Grand Final.

(7) Aimee Wood (C)

Born: 24th October 1990, Widnes

Position: Half-back

Other clubs: Widnes Moorfield, Chorley Panthers, Wigan Warriors

The Widnes captain previously enjoyed a successful Football career representing Everton, England under 15’s,17’s and 19’s before turning her full attention to Rugby League. The talented goal kicker is a leader within the group and has experience of representing Great Britain teachers. Aimee is also an ex Ireland international and in 2024 lifted the League Cup trophy with the Vikings. In 2025 she was awarded League One player of the season after guiding her girls to league leaders and Grand Final glory.

(8) Hannah Whitehead

Born: 24th October 1990, Widnes

Position: Prop

Other clubs: Widnes Moorfield, Chorley Panthers

A valuable member of the Widnes forward pack, Hannah began her Rugby career aged 14 representing Widnes Moorfield and Chorley Panthers. The strong running Front-row enjoyed a 6 year spell out of the game before returning to play for her hometown club. Since her return to the sport Hannah helped lift the 2024 League Cup trophy and was a key member of the 2025 team that won the League One league leaders trophy and Grand Final. As a reward for her performances in 2025 she was awarded coaches player of the season.

(9) Sammy Traynor

Born: 23rd May 2000, Wigan

Position: Hooker

Other clubs: Wigan St Patricks, Orrell St James

Sammy first played Rugby League representing her high school before later joining Wigan St Patricks. Following a successful spell she moved across to Orrell St James before linking up with the Vikings. She represented Widnes in the 2024 League Cup final victory and was a key figure in the 2025 team that won the league leaders shield. She went onto score a try in the League One Grand Final victory over Wakefield and as a reward secured player of the match.

(10) Tracy Peet

Born: 16th February 1985, Wigan

Position: Prop, Second-row, Centre

Other clubs: Ashton Bears, Bradford Bulls

Known for her aggressive playing style, Tracy’s first Rugby League club was Ashton Bears only signing for the team 3 years ago. Despite being introduced to Rugby late, she made an instant impact winning Women Of Steel in her first season. As a reward for her impressive performances, she earned a move to Bradford Bulls before linking up with the Widnes at the start of 2025. Playing a multitude of positions throughout her first season with Widnes, Tracy helped the Vikings win the League One League Leaders trophy and the League One Grand Final. After training the house down in pre-season, Tracy deservedly nailed down a starting jersey for the 2026 season.

(11) Chloe Richardson

Born: 28th April 1998, Warrington

Position: Second-row

Other clubs: Thatto Heath, St Helens, Warrington Wolves

The strong running Second-row has an abundance of experience playing for St Helens and Warrington before joining the Vikings. Chloe toured France with Thatto Heath and was part of the squad that was crowned European champions. Richardson represented Lancashire on several occasions and is one of the Vikings leaders in the middle of the pitch. In 2024 she played a key role in the League Cup Final victory alongside helping Widnes claim the 2025 league leaders shield and Grand Final trophy. In 2025 she was awarded Women of Steel for consistent performances throughout the 2025 season.

(12) Codie Slack

(13) Jenny Moss (VC)

Born: 26th February 1998, Widnes

Position: Loose-forward

Other clubs: Widnes Moorfield, Thatto Heath

The vice-captain and  longest serving player of the squad has been ever present since the birth of the Vikings women’s team. She is a player with ball skill in abundance and a natural leader in the middle of the field. Jenny has a no nonsense, direct approach to the game whilst being a ball handling threat. Jenny has a wealth of experience winning major league titles and honours for St Helens, then known as Thatto Heath and has experience of representing Lancashire. The Loose-forward played a key role assisting tries in the 2024 League Cup Final victory. In 2025 Jenny was ever present helping the Vikings secure the League One League Leaders Shield and Grand Final glory helping secure the teams promotion to the Championship.

(14) Lily Wilkinson

Born: 11th November 2005, Warrington

Position: Hooker, Loose-forward

Other clubs: Warrington Wolves, Wigan Warriors

The versatile forward began her Rugby career aged 14 progressing through the Warrington system. She was quickly identified by North West talent hub and soon after made the move to play for Wigan Warriors under 19’s. Now a Viking Lily often features from the interchange bench speeding up the play in the middle of the field with her quick distribution. As a reward for her performances in 2025 she was selected for England Community Lions Under 21’s. She also played a key role in the 2025 League One Grand Final victory.

(15) Simone Hart

(16) Hannah Goulbourne

(17) Vickie Grace

(18) Ellie Reid

(19) Carraghan Hannon

(20) Samantha Buer

Born: 9th October 2002, Wigan

Position: Wing, Centre

Other clubs: Ashton Bears, Wigan St Patricks, Orrell St James

(21) Jess Kirkby

(22) Juliet Porter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To Top