Scotland International Debut for Dan Halkon
1st XV Rugby Captain, Dan Halkon, made a successful debut for the Scotland Under 18 team on Sunday 3 March. Dan was in the starting line-up for the match against the Wales Under 18 team and played a crucial role for 65 minutes in the match at Ystrad Mynach.
Dan has been at RGS for 15 years, starting at RGS The Grange and then moving on to RGS Worcester. He has developed in his Rugby throughout the School and was chosen as Captain of the 1st XV in his Upper Sixth year. His father and older brother also attended RGS and represented the School in Rugby at 1st XV level.
Head of Rugby, Mr Rob Lewis, expressed his pride in Dan’s selection and performance for Scotland: “This is a tremendous achievement by Dan and is thoroughly deserved. He always demonstrates hard work, commitment, and desire to perform at the highest level on the Rugby pitch. I am confident that this is the first of many international appearances in a Scotland jersey. He has led from the front for RGS Worcester Rugby, growing in his role as 1st XV Captain, and we are extremely proud of Dan.”
Dan’s selection follows international caps for two other RGS pupils in the last two years: LoÏc Keasey played for the England Under 18 team and Haineala (Ala) Lutui represented the England Women’s Under 18 team last year and has been selected again this year. This demonstrates the RGS Worcester commitment to fostering exceptional Rugby and athletic talent.
Director of Sport, Mr Keith Fowles commented: “The RGS Worcester Rugby provision, and our Athlete Development Programme, has now seen three International Rugby players in the past two seasons. This is a true testament to what we are trying to achieve in our sports provision at the School, through dedicated and experienced sports staff with the relevant high-level expertise encouraging students to reach their full potential. We want to encourage everyone in their sports and see where they can reach. With the superb coaching and support they receive, there is no ceiling to the achievements of the students at RGS!
We wish Dan the very best as he continues his development and congratulate him on his achievement. The Worcester News featured his selection this week.
