Scottish rugby union player from Stirling
Sion Parry, named Wales-born captain of Ebbw Vale, has been allotted national duties with Canada, missing the SRC early rounds as he chases a World Cup spot in 2027. He balances carpentry with international rugby as he trains for Tests against Fiji, Japan and the USA in the Pacific Nations Cup and beyond.
Scotland’s women have fallen to Australia in a tight first-half before Australia’s quick start after the break sealed a comfortable win. Evie Gallagher and Fiona Miller scored for Scotland as Australia pulled away with three tries in eight minutes.
Scotland Women are chasing a first win in the 2026 WXV Global Series as they host Australia in Edinburgh after back-to-back losses. Interim coach Dave Butcher has named changes to the side and stresses growth as the Scots seek to build on recent lessons.