I am thrilled to share our new documentary, ‘Abbie Ward. A Bump in the Road’ is now on ITVX.
Balancing a professional career with motherhood can be challenging for any woman, but it’s even harder when your job is playing professional rugby. Our new ITV documentary explores the challenges faced by professional female athletes – and all working mothers.
This powerful film chronicles the remarkable journey of an England rugby player as she battles back to the professional game just 17 weeks after the birth of her baby in July 2023 – and then to secure her place back in England’s Six Nations squad for 2024.
Adding an extra layer of intrigue, the ultimate decision-maker for her return to play at Bristol Bears is the women’s head coach, Dave Ward… who is also Abbie’s husband.
The film is made by Fearless Women and Ben&Jack Studio, the team behind ‘Game On. The Unstoppable Rise of Women’s Sport’ on Netflix. You can find that HERE.
Abbie’s documentary showcases the remarkable spirit of a mother driven by an extraordinary dream: to inspire her daughter and leave an enduring legacy in sport. The film also tackles long-held myths that prevent many women from remaining active during and after their pregnancies.
We really hope you enjoy our new documentary.
Here’s the trailer:
