Former Hibs goalkeeper Gemma Fay appointed first Managing Director of Women’s Rugby

Scottish Rugby has appointed Gemma Fay as its first Managing Director of Women’s Rugby, reflecting its long-term commitment to growing and professionalising the women’s and girls’ game in Scotland.

In the newly created position, Fay will lead the continued expansion and professionalisation of women’s rugby in Scotland to ensure sustainable success from grassroots through to the elite programmes. The key areas of responsibility for this role are strategic development, commercialisation, and financial budget management.

She will work closely with Performance Director David Nucifora, newly appointed Head of Women’s Performance and Pathways Andy Rhys Jones, and Chief Customer Officer Olaf Gueldner.

Fay will also join the Scottish Rugby Senior Leadership Team, the first time the women’s game