Scotland Women Archives

27 Jun 2025 - Scotland Women

Alex Stewart opens up on life-changing diagnoses

The 21-year-old flanker, who’s already proudly pulled on the Scotland jersey 11 times, was diagnosed with both Type 1 Diabetes and Coeliac Disease during this year’s Guinness Women’s Six Nations. It’s been a challenging time, but one that’s brought her a new perspective, and a renewed focus on her goals as a player and a […]

20 Jun 2025 - Scotland Women

Updates to Scotland Women coaching team ahead of Rugby World Cup

Ross Miller returns to the national setup as Assistant Coach (forwards), replacing Fraser Brown, who concluded his consultancy role with the team at the end of the 2025 Guinness Women’s Six Nations. A former Melrose player, Miller brings continuity and familiarity to the squad, having previously worked with the team during the 2021 Rugby World […]

10 Jun 2025 - Scotland Women

Scotland Women match breaks ticket record in under a week

Fans snapped up the chance to part of Scotland’s sporting history buying nearly 3,500 tickets in the first four days of sale alone. To put the demand in context it previously took over four months to reach the same figure for the Scotland v England game in 2024. Scottish Rugby announced last week Scotland Women […]

4 Jun 2025 - Scottish Gas Murrayfield

Scotland Women are making moves to Scottish Gas Murrayfield

Speaking on the announcement, captain Rachel Malcolm said: “We are incredibly excited to play this match at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. We have all dreamed that one day our fan base would grow to the point where we would have the opportunity to run out, cheered on by our supporters, on this iconic pitch “We always […]

3 Jun 2025 - Scotland Women

Scotland Women to face Italy in Summer Test

The team will travel to Viadana, Italy, for the first fixture of the summer test series on Friday 25 July, before facing Ireland at Virgin Media Park in Cork on Saturday 2 August. Scotland faced Italy and Ireland during the 2025 Guinness Women’s Six Nations, falling short to Italy (17-25) whilst triumphing over Ireland, 26-19. […]

29 May 2025 - Scotland Women

Scotland extended training squad announced ahead of Rugby World Cup preparations

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 […]

Six Nations Women’s Summer Series Ireland vs Scotland

21 May 2025 - Scotland Women

Six Nations Summer Series fixtures announced

The Six Nations Women’s Summer Series returns for a second edition, continuing its role as a crucial stepping stone in the women’s rugby development pathway. Held at the Centre for Sporting Excellence in Ystrad Mynach, Wales, the 2025 Summer Series will feature three match days on Saturday 5, Friday 11, and Thursday 17 July, with […]

Six Nations Women’s Summer Series Italy vs Scotland

16 May 2025 - Scotland Women

Dalgliesh names extended training Squad ahead of Six Nations Women’s Summer Series

The selected group of 35 players will assemble for a comprehensive series of residential and non-residential training camps in the lead-up to the competition. The series will provide a crucial development opportunity for emerging talent and a platform to build on last year’s performances. Speaking on the selected squad, Dalgliesh said: “We’re really excited by […]

6 May 2025 - Scotland Women

Scotland Women U16 pathway festival review

The event was the culmination of a seven-week U16 Girls Pathway Performance Programme, which selected players from February’s Regional Game Series. Designed to prioritise individual development, the programme exposed athletes to a structured and intense environment, preparing them for future representative and national opportunities. It also gave players critical experience in managing the demands of […]

2 May 2025 - Scotland Teams

Scotland U16 Women set for international festival in Gala

Each side will play two games of 40 minutes (two 20-minute halves) throughout the day in the Borders. The fixtures are as follows: Scottish Selkies v Scottish Scáthach – kick off 12.30pm Scottish Scáthach v Netherlands – kick off 1.45pm Netherlands v Scottish Selkies – kick off 3pm As part of the U16 Girls Pathway […]