While most 19-year-olds are still finding their feet at University, Bermudian standout Jordan Mallory is busy programming a future in artificial intelligence and dismantling defensive lines on the rugby pitch.
The Southampton Solent University student, currently balancing the rigors of an AI Engineering degree with elite-level sport, has emerged as one of the most exciting prospects in the Atlantic-European rugby pipeline.
Mallory’s journey began in the grassroots trenches of Beyond Rugby Bermuda, a program known for building character as much as athletic prowess. Her impact was immediate; she swept the "Rookie of the Year" and "MVP" awards, marking her as a generational talent.
That domestic dominance paved the way for a call-up to the prestigious Teachers Rugby Football Club (TRFC) and, ultimately, the Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s (BRFU) highest individual youth honours. For two consecutive years—2024 and 2025—Mallory was named the Youth Player of the Year, a testament to her consistency and work ethic.
Mallory’s transition to the international stage was seamless. As a vital cog in the Bermuda Women’s National 7s team, affectionately known as the "Dark n Stormys," she has carried the island’s flag to major tournaments in New York City and the Grand Cayman.
Her ability to read the game—perhaps aided by her analytical mind—has made her a constant threat in the 7s format, where space and speed are paramount.
Now based in the UK, Mallory has wasted no time making her mark on the English game. She currently juggles two major commitments:
Solent Women’s Rugby: Leading the charge for her university side in the BUCS leagues.
Millbrook RFC: Dominating the local league circuit with a side that remains undefeated so far this season.
The move to Millbrook has provided Mallory with the physical, 15-a-side experience necessary to complement her 7s speed, creating a dual-threat player that Bermuda will likely lean on for years to come.
As Mallory continues to bridge the gap between high-tech engineering and high-intensity rugby, she remains a blueprint for the modern student-athlete.
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