Vicky Fleetwood

Victoria Louise “Vicky” Chapman, née Fleetwood, was born on April 13, 1990, in Nuneaton, England. She began her athletic career as a junior hurdler and sprinter, demonstrating her early aptitude for high-level competition. At the age of 14, Fleetwood transitioned to rugby, starting her club career at Leicester Forest before joining Lichfield’s Under 18s squad at 17. She continued to play for Lichfield while attending Leeds Metropolitan University, alongside teammate Emily Scarratt, establishing the foundation for her professional rugby journey. Fleetwood’s commitment and skills were rapidly recognized, leading to her England debut in 2011.

Fleetwood’s career is marked by significant achievements in international and club rugby. She was a pivotal member of the England national team, making six appearances in the 2014 Women’s Rugby World Cup, which England ultimately won. She also participated in the 2017 Women’s Rugby World Cup, making three appearances, including the final against New Zealand. Following the 2017 World Cup, Fleetwood moved to England 7s, where she earned a bronze medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. She returned to 15s in 2019, contributing to England’s victory in the 2019 Women’s Six Nations and earning Player of the Match in a Quilter International match against Italy. Her success continued into 2020, as she was part of the England team that won the Women’s Six Nations.

In her club career, Fleetwood joined Saracens Women in 2014 and later rejoined the team in 2020. Her tenure with Saracens Women saw her contribute to the team’s success in the Premier 15s league. Beyond rugby, Fleetwood is a successful personal trainer and an occasional guest speaker, drawing on her experience as an elite athlete to inspire others. She has been featured on the cover of Stylist magazine in 2017 as part of a feature on the England Women’s Rugby team, highlighting her influence both on and off the field.