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Former Scotland Player Blacklock Discusses Rugby Contract Uncertainties

4/17/2026

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Beth Blacklock, a former Scotland international, highlighted contract uncertainties ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup.
The Scottish Rugby Union announced support for 35 players while 21 World Cup squad members received contracts.
Blacklock did not receive a deal after two appearances and retired after the World Cup to focus on data engineering and pursue becoming a commercial pilot.
She remains optimistic about Scottish women's rugby under coach Sione Fukofuka.

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Beth Blacklock, a former Scotland international, highlighted contract uncertainties ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup.
The Scottish Rugby Union announced support for 35 players while 21 World Cup squad members received contracts.
Blacklock did not receive a deal after two appearances and retired after the World Cup to focus on data engineering and pursue becoming a commercial pilot.
She remains optimistic about Scottish women's rugby under coach Sione Fukofuka.