Georgia Roche shortlisted for BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year
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Woman of Steel Georgia Roche has been shortlisted for the BBC Sports Young Personality of the Year award.
The 18-year-old helped Castleford Tigers Women reach the Challenge Cup final with a stellar display in their victory over York City Knights, scoring four tries.
Roche is one of Super League’s most exciting prospects, she has made a huge impact in the inaugural Women’s Super League this year.
Roche has recently been called up to the England 20-woman squad which will travel to Carcassonne to face France on Saturday, October 27.
Roche will be up against individuals including; football star Ryan Sessegnon, para-athlete Kare Adenegan and gymnast Georgia-Mae Fenton.
The winner will be announced at BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony, which will be held at Birmingham’s Genting Arena on December 16.