Wakley used last week’s UK School Games as a final trial where East Wales and West Wales were comprised of players vying for national squad spots.
“There were some tough decisions to make as a number of girls put their hands up for selection,” said Wakley.
“This was highlighted in a very physically demanding semi-final of the Bowl where both teams went head to head.”
Wales will face Sweden, Andorra and Spain in their group on Saturday and Wakley is eager to see how the squad blends together.
“We have some physical players, with some x-factor out wide so I’m hoping they take this chance on the big stage,” added Wakley.
Wales Girls U18 squad for Vichy
India Berbillion, Gwen Crabb, Caitlin Davies, Courtney Greenway, Carly Jones, Libby Jones, Eve Jones, Kourtney Lewis, Bethan Lewis, Carys Lloyd (Capt), Kayleigh Powell, Katie Thicker
