Women’s Six Nations: Hannah Jones retains Wales captaincy under new coach Sean Lynn
Image source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyHannah Jones made her Wales debut against Scotland in 2015 as a 16-year-old
Hannah Jones has retained the Wales captaincy under new head coach Sean Lynn.
The 60-capped centre has led Wales since the 2023 Six Nations and will do so again for this year’s championship and the Rugby World Cup in England later this year.
Scrum-half Keira Bevan and flanker Alex Callender have been named as vice-captains as Lynn looks to expand his leadership group.
“Being Wales captain is always a privilege and an honour you never take for granted,” said Jones, who plays under Lynn at Gloucester-Hartpury.
“I know Sean well. He drives standards on and off the pitch, and is a winner and a great coach.”
Lynn was appointed Ioan Cunningham’s successor in January.
He will link up with the Wales squad full-time after completing the Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) season with Gloucester-Hartpury, who are chasing a third successive title.
“I know how much being Wales captain means to Hannah,” said Lynn
“She is somebody who wants to win and has been a mainstay at centre for club and country.
“I know how important leadership is to every side and have worked with three national captains and they all set the standards and drive the team culture.
“The Wales team culture will be a family one where we all care for each other, but we will challenge each other.”
Wales kick off their Six Nations campaign away to Scotland on Saturday, 22 March.
