PH Rugby Welcomes Samantha Scott (Feausi) as the Head Coach of PH Volcanoes Women's 7s

Newly Appointed Head Coach: Samantha Scott (Feausi)

Manila, Philippines - After an extensive search process spanning over a month, the Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) proudly announces the appointment of Samantha Scott (Feausi) as the Head Coach of the Philippine Volcanoes Women's 7s Team. With a rich background in coaching, sports administration & management, and a distinguished playing career, Samantha Scott brings a wealth of experience and expertise to lead the national women's rugby program.

Scott delivering a World Rugby Level 2 Coaching 7s Course in Manila post-pandemic

Samantha Scott boasts an impressive professional journey spanning two decades in the areas of Sports Development, Sports Management, and Education. Her distinguished career includes over 14 years of playing at the international level, during which she captained the Hong Kong, China 7s National Team. Furthermore, her coaching experience is equally remarkable, having served in various coaching roles with distinction in the Hong Kong China Rugby Union Development and Elite Performance programs.

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Scott at the Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC)

With her Philippine roots tracing from Camarines Sur in the Bicol region of the Philippines, Samantha Scott's appointment holds special significance as she reconnects with her Philippine heritage. She expresses her eagerness to impart her knowledge and skills to the women's team, fueling their growth and success on the international stage. "When this opportunity with Philippine[s] Rugby came up, it was the perfect mesh of two aspects I am very passionate about – rugby and my family roots in the Philippines. Having been involved in the game for over 20 years as an international player and coach, I am passionate about spreading my knowledge and empowering players. I feel very honored to be chosen for the role, as I watched how hard the Philippines Volcanoes team have worked to be where they are now and have a strong belief and vision for the team's potential to be a force to be reckoned with in the near future. Laban Pilipinas!", shares Scott.

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Samantha Scott's first major challenge as the Head Coach will be leading the Philippine Volcanoes Women's 7s Team at the upcoming Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy, scheduled from October 4 to 6, 2024, in Kathmandu, Nepal. With her leadership, the team aims to make a strong statement and compete for the trophy.

The PRFU extends its warmest congratulations to Samantha and expresses confidence in her ability to elevate the women's rugby program to new heights. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the women's rugby National Teams program in the Philippines.

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