Jacob Ince Earns His First Cap for Canada

Congratulations to Crusader Jacob Ince, who earned his first cap for Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team on Saturday, July 11! Jacob came off the bench wearing No. 23 in Canada’s World Rugby Nations Cup match against Portugal at Clarke Stadium in Edmonton.

Jacob had been named on the bench the week before against Spain but didn’t get on, so it was worth the wait when he took the field against Portugal. Canada scored tries through Takoda McMullin and Brock Gallagher, but Portugal took the win 38–14.

Home-grown in Oakville

An Oakville native, Jacob came up through our Junior program, playing minis and juniors from the age of 8 at the Crusaders before moving into senior rugby with the club while studying at the University of Guelph, where he plays for the Gryphons. He has also gained valuable experience playing in New Zealand with Taranaki.

What’s next

Canada wraps up the July window against Zimbabwe in Winnipeg on Saturday, July 18. Make sure to cheer Jacob and the team on!

Congratulations, Jacob, from everyone at the Crusaders!

Featured photo: Rugby Canada, used with permission.