Conference Clashes, Promotion Dreams, Relegation Fears

Episode 13 of The Women’s Rugby Podcast on FinalWhistle is a special two-part edition as the panel dive into the semi-final stage of the Energia All-Ireland League Women’s Division, with both League and Conference semi-finals on the horizon, alongside a crucial promotion/relegation clash.Hosted by Diarmuid Kearney, Aimee Clarke, and Stacy Hanley, the show blends tactical breakdowns, player insight, and press-box perspective, with Part 1 focusing on the Conference semi-finals and the high stakes meeting between Tullow and Shannon.The trio preview a huge weekend of action, with Wicklow taking on Ennis (Saturday, 1:30pm) and Galwegians facing Ballincollig (Saturday, 5pm), a tie that sees Stacy directly involved. Attention then turns to Sunday’s decisive clash, as Tullow meet Shannon (4pm) with promotion and relegation on the line.This week’s episode features voices from across all four semi-finalists, with Wicklow co-captain Rachel Griffey and Ennis captain Micaela Glynn discussing their upcoming showdown, while Galwegians stalwart Orla Dixon joins alongside Ballincollig’s twins Aoife and Ciara Fleming to preview their meeting.Big games, big voices, and big moments, everything you need to know as the season reaches its climax at the Final Whistle.