Scottish rugby player and captain
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 Women are chasing their first win in the WXV Global Series after back-to-back defeats to Canada, New Zealand and Australia. interim head coach Dave Butcher has reshuffled the lineup with Aicha Sutcliffe earning her first Scotland start and several changes in the backline as the Scots seek a breakthrough in Canberra.