Cardiff Met talent features strongly in Wales Women’s Six Nations squad

Cardiff Met will be well represented in the 2026 Women’s Six Nations after 10 current students and alumni were named in Sean Lynn’s Wales squad for this year’s championship.

Savannah Picton-Powell in action for Cardiff Met

Wales have selected a 38-player group for the campaign, with Lynn opting for a fresh look squad that includes nine uncapped players ahead of the new four-year World Cup cycle.

Among those selected are current Cardiff Met students Maisie Davies, Elan Jones and Savannah Picton-Powell, alongside alumni Molly Reardon, Carys Phillips, Gwen Crabb, Lleucu George, Jasmine Joyce, Carys Cox and Seren Singleton.

The strong Cardiff Met presence underlines the university’s continuing contribution to the women’s game in Wales, with players across the squad reflecting both the strength of the current performance environment and the pathway developed through the Archers programme.

There is added excitement around several players with Cardiff Met links who could make a big impact during the tournament. Current student Savannah Picton-Powell is among the players in line for a first senior cap, while Elan Jones and recent alumna Seren Singleton are also part of the new wave of talent selected by Lynn.

Amy Newton Head Rugby Coach at Cardiff Met Sport added “Cardiff Met is incredibly proud of all the current students and alumni selected to represent Wales in this year’s Six Nations. Our programme is designed to give aspiring internationals the platform, environment and support to fulfil their potential at the highest level. We are excited to see this group make their mark and look forward to welcoming the next cohort of players in September.”

Wales head into the 2026 championship looking to make a strong start with Scotland first up at the Principality Stadium on Saturday 11 April.

The squad also sees Kate Williams take on the captaincy, while Lynn has rewarded players who have impressed through the Premiership Women’s Rugby competition and the Celtic Challenge.

For Cardiff Met, the announcement is another reminder of the university’s growing influence across Welsh rugby. With current students continuing to push for honours and alumni remaining a key part of the international setup, the squad reflects the depth of talent connected to the university.

Cardiff Met players named in the Wales Women’s Six Nations squad:

Current students:Maisie Davies, Elan Jones, Savannah Picton-Powell

Alumni:Molly Reardon, Carys Phillips, Gwen Crabb, Lleucu George, Jasmine Joyce, Carys Cox, Seren Singleton