WORCESTER Valkyries star Courtney Gill has scooped the player of the month award.

The lock featured in all three of Valkyries' January encounters, particularly impressing in a 60-19 win over Wasps Ladies.

Valkyries' director of rugby Donna Kennedy said: "Courtney has stepped up to lead the lineout this year along with her enhanced presence on the pitch.

"Her all-round performance has been fantastic throughout the season and nobody deserves the award for January more than she does.”

Valkyries are at home to Aylesford Bulls Ladies in the Senior Cup at Sixways on Sunday (2pm).

Worcester then make a trip to Aylesford for their final Women's Premiership clash of the season on Sunday, March 26.