Raegan is part of a 2nd team defence that, with 2 games left to play, has only conceded 8 goals this season. This is the joint best defensive record in the whole of the Yorkshire Women’s Hockey, shared with Ben Rhydding 3 who are top of Division 1.

All the more remarkable when you learn that 6 of the 8 goals were conceded in games that Raegan didn’t play in!

We caught up with Raegan after the games this weekend:

How did you start playing hockey?

Anna Hogarth got me to come along to a training session and I really enjoyed it.

Why did you decide to be a goalkeeper?

I tried it out initially because we didn’t have one. I quickly grew to love being a goalkeeper and I’m way better at that than playing outfield!

What’s the best bit about being a goalkeeper?

The satisfaction i get from making a save that keeps my team in the game.

… and the worst bit?

Making a silly mistake that leads to conceding a goal.

What’s your favourite memory of this season so far?

Winning the game away at the top of the league to overtake them and go top ourselves.

…. And least favourite?

We’ve had some games where the team has dominated the opposition and I’ve had nothing to do. In one of those games, I came out of goal at halftime and played the second half as centre forward. Didn’t score, but did hit the post!!

What advice would you give to a young player who is thinking of being a goalkeeper?

Try and intimidate the opposition forwards and don’t be scared of getting hurt. With all of the protective kit I wear, the worst injury I’ve had is bruises and they soon go away.

KFC or MacDonalds?

MacDonalds 100% chicken nuggets every time

Fish and Chips or Chinese?

Can’t beat Chinese

Madonna or Rihanna?

Definitely Rihanna

And finally, what’s the best part of being in the Rotherham Ladies 2nd Team?

That’s easy. I’ve made friends for life and I can be myself around all of them

Check out the photos of Raegan in action in the "Raegan" album