Eight uncapped players named in 40-strong Ireland Women's Six Nations squad

Ireland face France in their opening game on March 22. 

NEW BLOOD: Jane Clohessy, daughter of Munster legend Peter, is one of eight uncapped players included in the Ireland squad for the Women's Six Nations. Pic: ©INPHO/Ken Sutton

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has named an extended 40-player Ireland squad for the upcoming Women's Six Nations. Ireland get their campaign underway against France on March 22.

There are eight uncapped players among the group. They include forwards Alma Atagamen, Jane Neill, Beth Buttimer, Jane Clohessy and Sophie Barrett and backs Amy Larn, Katie Heffernan and Caitriona Finn.