Married rugby league stars Emily Rudge and Gemma Walsh on being role models, allegiances and sexuality in sport
As England captain Emily Rudge bids to drive the women’s rugby league team to World Cup glory this autumn, she does not need to look far for inspiration.Rudge’s wife, Gemma Walsh, is her biggest fan and now, she's also her team-mate. Walsh has swapped allegiances from Wigan to Saints for the new season, which will see the pair play together in the Women's Super League, which will proceed the World Cup.It's a huge year for the women's game which will see the sport gain increased exposure.