Edwards' Red Roses move inspired by late mother

England back row Marlie Packer says defence coach Shaun Edwards' surprise move into the Red Roses set-up was partly inspired by his late mother Phyllis.

Published on RocksNews: 23 Sept 2026, 09:56 UTC
Updated: 23 Sept 2026, 09:56 UTC
Language: English

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England back row Marlie Packer says defence coach Shaun Edwards' surprise move into the Red Roses set-up was partly inspired by his late mother Phyllis.