Amira Said

“Rugby has taught me that strength isn't just about physicality. It's about mental toughness, resilience, and never giving up.”

Amira Said was raised in Cairo, Egypt where she fell in love with the sport of rugby. Despite the sport being male-dominated, Amira never wavered in her passion and played for her local team throughout her teenage years. After receiving a scholarship to a university in Scotland, she continued to play rugby and became a key player on the university's team. Amira's success on the field led her to represent Egypt in international tournaments, where she proudly represented her country and broke gender barriers in the sport.

What inspired you to pursue rugby as a sport?

I saw my older brother playing rugby and I was immediately drawn to the physicality and teamwork of the sport. I knew I wanted to play too, even if it wasn't a popular idea for girls at the time.

What has been your proudest moment as a rugby player?

Representing Egypt in international tournaments and proving that women can excel in rugby has been the highlight of my rugby career so far.