Molly Wright retires from professional rugby after notable career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Molly Wright, a New Zealand-born hooker for Scotland, announced her retirement from professional rugby. The 35-year-old played 27 times for her national team and participated in two World Cups. Wright has spent the last four seasons with Sale and expressed a mix of emotions, stating her body is ready to retire, but her heart isn’t. She thanked her teammates, coaches, and fans for their support throughout her career. Wright plans to remain connected to the game as a spectator moving forward.
- •Molly Wright retires at age 35 after 27 caps for Scotland
- •Represented Scotland at two World Cups during her career
- •Last four seasons were spent with Sale
- •Expressed gratitude towards teammates and fans during retirement announcement
- •Plans to attend matches as a spectator in future
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — Scotland international Wright retires
""My heart isn't quite ready," says Scotland international Molly Wright as she retires from professional rugby. New Zealand-born hooker Wright won 27 caps and represented Scotland at two World Cups. The 35-year-old former Watsonians player spent the past four seasons at Sale.
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