Scotland Women’s Six Nations Training Squad Features Nine Uncapped Players
Newly appointed head coach Sione Fukofuka has included nine uncapped players in Scotland's Women's Six Nations training squad as preparations intensify for the upcoming tournament.
Among the forwards aiming for their first senior international caps are Holland Bogan of Glasgow Warriors, Emily Coubrough, Poppy Fletcher, Aila Ronald, Imogen Spence, and Aicha Sutcliffe. The backs seeking their debut appearances include Ceitidh Ainsworth, Rianna Darroch, and Hannah Walker.
Returning to the squad are wing Shona Campbell and lock Louise McMillan, both of whom last played for Scotland in 2024. Fly-half Meryl Smith also rejoins the national team following recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Due to injuries, Sarah Bonar and Lisa Thomson are currently unavailable for selection. Meanwhile, 24 players who contributed to Scotland's advancement to the World Cup quarter-finals last year have retained their places in the squad.
Scotland will commence their Six Nations campaign with an away match against Wales on 11 April, marking Fukofuka's first game as head coach. The following Saturday, they will host defending champions England. The team then travels to Italy for their match on 25 April.
France will visit Edinburgh on 9 May, and Scotland will conclude their tournament with an away fixture against Ireland on 17 May.
Scotland Women Training Squad
Forwards: Leah Bartlett, Holland Bogan, Becky Boyd, Elliann Clarke, Emily Coubrough, Hollie Cunningham, Eva Donaldson, Poppy Fletcher, Evie Gallagher, Rachel Malcolm (captain), Elis Martin, Rachel McLachlan, Louise McMillan, Molly Poolman, Aila Ronald, Lana Skeldon, Imogen Spence, Alex Stewart, Aicha Sutcliffe, Emma Wassell, Anne Young.
Backs: Ceitidh Ainsworth, Leia Brebner-Holden, Shona Campbell, Rhea Clarke, Rianna Darroch, Coreen Grant, Rhona Lloyd, Francesca McGhie, Helen Nelson, Emma Orr, Rachel Philipps, Hannah Ramsay, Chloe Rollie, Lucia Scott, Meryl Smith, Hannah Walker, Evie Wills.
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