ROCHFORD Hundred’s Emily Ferguson has been called up into the England under 18 squad.

The 17-year-old prop forward will train with the national squad before their fixtures get underway in September.

And Rochford’s girls manager Tina Turner has been left delighted by the club’s latest call-up.

“It’s always great news when one of the girls gets picked for the national team and we’re so pleased for Emily,” said Turner.

“I think we’re averaging about one call up a year now which is something we’re really proud of.

“It’s fantastic to see but we’re always after new players and hope this call up can also hope other girls to come forward and start playing the sport.”

For more details on how to start playing for the girls team at Rochford Hundred visit the club website at www.rochfordrugby.com or contact the club on 07733 024317 for further information.