Canada women's rugby league team finds success on UK tour

The Canadian women’s rugby league team, known as the Ravens, recently completed a successful ten-day tour of the United Kingdom. Led by captain Megan Pakulis, the squad secured victories against both Wales (14-0) and Scotland (34-4).

Pakulis noted that the tour demonstrated the potential of Canada as a developing rugby league nation, particularly after the team missed qualification for the recent World Cup following a loss to Fiji. She emphasized that competing against established nations helps grow interest in the sport and provides essential experience for players.

Separately, discussions regarding the international women's game have highlighted the impact of international players on domestic leagues. Observations regarding Canada’s development suggest that other nations are increasingly utilizing professional club structures, such as Premiership Women’s Rugby, to cultivate talent.