Jack Shaw Earns His First Cap for Canada

Congratulations to Crusader Jack Shaw, who earned his first cap for Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team on Saturday, September 20! Jack started on the wing in Canada’s Pacific Nations Cup third-place play-off against Tonga at America First Field in Salt Lake City.

Canada fought back from 14–0 down to level the game through tries from Matthew Oworu and Brock Gallagher, and Peter Nelson’s try brought them within four points with ten minutes to go, but Tonga held on to win 35–24. Canada finished fourth in the tournament, up from sixth in 2024, and had already secured their place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

From the Cru to Canada

An Oakville native, Jack played U18 and senior rugby with the Crusaders before heading west and on to the professional game with RFC Los Angeles in Major League Rugby. His Test debut has been a long time coming: he first travelled with Canada’s squad in 2023 and made his debut for Canada’s Men’s Sevens Team in November 2024.

Congratulations, Jack, from everyone at the Crusaders!

Featured photo: Rugby Canada, used with permission.