Scotland international and Stirling County back row Siobhan Cattigan has died at the age of 26.
Cattigan won 19 caps between 2018 and 2021, having made her debut against Wales during the 2018 Six Nations.
She started all three matches in the 2021 competition, with her most recent appearance coming in the World Cup qualifier against Spain in September.
Scottish Rugby said their thoughts “go out to Siobhan’s family and team-mates at this incredibly difficult time”.
They added that specialist employees would provide support to those most closely affected.
A statement from Stirling Rugby club where she played said: “It’s with a heavy heart we pass on the news of the tragic passing of Siobhan (Shibby) on Friday November 26.
“Shibby has been a big part of County for many years and will be hugely missed by everyone at the club. She was central to the development of women’s rugby within the club and an inspiration to the girls in the youth section.
“Shibby was a team-mate and friend and we deeply mourn her loss. Our love, thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Shibby’s family at this devastating time.
“We very much hope their privacy will be respected by everyone as they deal with their tragic loss.”
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