RGS Worcester student Dan Halkon made a successful debut for Scotland on Sunday in their match with Wales.

Halkon, who is captain of RGS Worcester 1XV, started for Scotland U18s and played 65 minutes in the 43-10 defeat in front of a packed out crowd at Ystrad Mynach.

A dedicated and talented rugby player, Halkon has been at RGS for 15 years, starting at RGS The Grange and then moving on to RGS Worcester, where he was chosen as captain of the 1XV in his Upper Sixth year.

His father and older brother also attended RGS and represented the School in Rugby at 1XV level.

RGS Worcester 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."

Halkon'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.

"The RGS Worcester Rugby provision, and our Athlete Development Programme, have now seen three International Rugby players in the past two seasons,” commented Director of Sport, Mr Keith Fowles.

"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."