A former Leeds Rhinos Under 19 player, Henderson has a rugby union background having been brought up in the North East.

The teenager from Wallsend was part of the North East Centre of Excellence, and has also represented her county.

She’s been working as Development Officer for Newcastle Rugby Foundation, where former Valkyrie forward, Zoe Hornby also worked.

Now, she’s part of the Valkyrie squad and looking to make her Betfred Women’s Super League debut.