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Will Heath Selected for England Touch U18s

Will Heath Selected for England Touch U18s

Rachel Holliday16 Aug 2019 - 18:47

Old Scouts Academy player Will Heath is set to make his England debut playing in the Junior European Touch Championships in Paris this weekend.

As part of a mixed squad of 16, Will is joining U18s from across the country as they take on opposition from Czech Republic, UAE, France, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and the Netherlands over a three day tournament.

Will starting playing Touch rugby three years ago to compliment his union game and to keep active during the summer months. In addition to representing his local club, he has represented the South of England (Southern Mavericks) in a North vs South contest and became Mixed U15s National Champion in 2017. He now represents the West of England (West Wildcats) regionally.

Touch Rugby is one of the fastest growing sports worldwide and has the full support of the RFU. Before heading to France to compete internationally Will has been invited to compete at the “Wear the Rose” RFU O2 Touch Tournament in Bristol in the presence of Eddie Jones and the England Rugby Squad.

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