Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper, a key figure in establishing the first Women's Rugby World Cup in 1991, shares her incredible journey of persistence. She recounts how she and her fellow pioneers faced financial challenges, selling Russian dolls and vodka to fund their efforts. Alice highlights the daunting logistics of organizing the tournament using fax machines and the sacrifices made, including her job loss. Her inspiring story illuminates the evolution of women's rugby and the groundwork laid for future generations in the sport.