Wales' next generation getting a taste of Test life

Wales' next generation getting a taste of Test lifeImage source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyImage caption, Anwen Owen, Freya Bell and Lily Hawkins have played in Celtic Challenge with Gwalia LightningByChris KirwanBBC Sport WalesPublished1 minute agoCommentsAfter a Six Nations that was hit by injuries to key players, Wales are having a look at the next generation this summer.Sean Lynn's side will face the Barbarians at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on Saturday (17:00 BST) after the men's fixture in the double-header.It is a chance for Wales to start building towards WXV Global Series, with the Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) play-offs also pushing the management towards looking at young talent.Experienced players are likely to feature against the Baa-Baas but bright prospects have been brought in for an eye-opener at the Vale Resort."The door is open for selection, and this is a good opportunity for our younger players to taste what is expected at international level," said head coach Lynn when announcing his 33-strong squad.Holmes sees progress as Wales look to next generationPublished5 days agoJames takes over as Wales scrum coachPublished1 day agoNorth to bid farewell for Barbarians against WalesPublished12 minutes agoThe boss bemoaned the loss of Alex Callender, Kate Williams, Gwen Crabb, Nel Metcalfe and Lisa Neumann during the Six Nations, when his record moved on to 14 losses in 15 Tests.The pressure is mounting after three wooden spoons on the bounce, but Wales believe there is exciting talent that can eventually bring brighter times in this World Cup cycle.Players are pushing for international honours in a year that ends with September fixtures against South Africa and USA in Cardiff plus two away October Tests in Japan.From exams to Test campImage source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyImage caption, Lily Hawkins made her first Gwalia Lightning start in FebruaryLily Hawkins sat A-level exams in biology and physical education (PE) earlie...