Scotland extended training squad announced ahead of Rugby World Cup preparations

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - OCTOBER 12: Scotland players celebrate qualification for the 2025 World Cup during the WXV 2 2024 match between Australia v Scotland at Athlone Sports Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Johan Rynners - World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)

Those named, include four uncapped players; Aila Ronald, Hannah Ramsay, Hannah Walker and Meg Varley; each of whom were involved in the training squad through the Guinness Women’s Six Nations 2025.

In a significant boost for the team, Emma Wassell makes her return to the national setup for the first time since 2024, following her recovery from a benign tumour in her chest. Hollie Cunningham and Coreen Grant also rejoin the squad after overcoming injuries sustained earlier this year.

The group will convene in camp throughout June to build for the Summer Test period before the Women’s Rugby World Cup begins in August.

Speaking on the announcement, Easson said: “I’m really pleased we are now at the stage of naming an extended training squad ahead of what is going to be a huge summer for women’s sport.

“As we saw through this year’s Six Nations, there are good players missing out on selection and I think that’s testament to the depth we’ve developed, the consistency of performances, and the competitive standard being set week in and week out. Selection has been based entirely on performance, and that’s driven some very tough decisions.

“As we move into this crucial preparation period, we’re focused on sharpening every detail and pushing ourselves to the next levels. The months ahead are vital as we build towards the summer and set our sights firmly on competing at the Rugby World Cup.

“We’ve named a strong, competitive group that blends hard-earned experience with exciting young talent. I was particularly pleased with how our debutants and uncapped players performed during the Guinness Women’s Six Nations – both in training and in matches – and this window gives them a chance to step up and show us more.

“It’s also fantastic to welcome back Emma Wassell, Coreen Grant, Hollie Cunningham, and Meg Varley, all of whom have worked hard to return from injury and are now fit and available for selection. Their return adds even greater strength and competition to the squad.”

Scotland Women extended training squad for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England (caps in brackets):

Forwards

Leah Bartlett – Leicester Tigers (43)
Gemma Bell – Gloucester Hartpury/Hartpury University (1)
Becky Boyd – Loughborough Lightning (3)
Sarah Bonar – Harlequins (47)
Elliann Clarke – Bristol Bears (20)
Hollie Cunningham – Bristol Bears (2)
Lisa Cockburn – Gloucester Hartpury (33)
Eva Donaldson – Leicester Tigers (15)
Evie Gallagher – Bristol Bears (35)
Adelle Ferrie – Edinburgh Rugby/Corstorphine Cougars (4)
Jade Konkel – Harlequins (71)
Rachel Malcolm – Unattached (56)
Elis Martin – Loughborough Lightning (20)
Rachel McLachlan – Montpellier (51)
Aila Ronald –  Edinburgh Rugby/University of Edinburgh (uncapped)
Molly Poolman – Edinburgh Rugby/Watsonian FC (4)
Lana Skeldon – Bristol Bears (79)
Alex Stewart – Edinburgh Rugby/Corstorphine Cougars (11)
Emma Wassell – Unattached (67)
Molly Wright – Sale Sharks (23)
Anne Young – Loughborough Lightning (20)

Backs

Leia Brebner-Holden – Loughborough Lightning (9)
Beth Blacklock – Saracens (3)
Rhea Clarke – Edinburgh Rugby/University of Edinburgh (1)
Coreen Grant – Harlequins (15)
Rhona Lloyd – Unattached (57)
Caity Mattinson – Trailfinders Women (31)
Francesca McGhie – Leicester Tigers (22)
Helen Nelson – Loughborough Lightning (70)
Rachel Philipps – Sale Sharks (1)
Hannah Ramsay – Edinburgh Rugby/University of Edinburgh (Uncapped)
Chloe Rollie – Trailfinders Women (75)
Lucia Scott – Gloucester-Hartpury/Hartpury University (5)
Emma Orr – Bristol Bears (29)
Lisa Thomson – Trailfinders Women (69)
Hannah Walker – Edinburgh Rugby/University of Edinburgh (Uncapped)
Evie Wills – Leicester Tigers (4)
Meg Varley – Bristol Bears (Uncapped)