No. 2: Three Gryphons represent Canada at the Women's Rugby World Cup In August and September of 2025, three Gryphons (one current student-athlete, and two alumni) earned a spot on the Team Canada roster for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in England. Taylor McKnight (Gryphon from 2021-present), Julia Schell (Gryphon from 2015-2020) and Brittany Kassil (Gryphon from 2011-2016) were all part of an unforgettable run, with the Canadian women's rugby team reaching the World Cup final for just the second time ever, and first time since 2014. ---- As 2025 winds down, we're taking a look back at the moments that defined an unforgettable year for Gryphon Athletics — the achievements, milestones, and stories that resonated across our campus and beyond. Read this story and see our full top 10 list by clicking the bio link. #Gryphon #Top10 #GuelphGryphons #GryphonRugby #UofGuelph #TeamCanada