1) Biography
May Alexandra Landale Campbell, born on 16 May 1996, is a Scottish-born English rugby union player who has become one of the most consistent performers for Saracens Women. Equally capable of playing as a hooker or in the back row, Campbell has built a reputation through her versatility, relentless work rate and long-standing commitment to the club.
After beginning her rugby journey in Scotland, she moved to England to continue both her education and rugby development. Since joining Saracens in 2017, she has become one of the club’s most experienced players, reaching several significant appearance milestones before earning her senior England debut in 2023.
Alongside her rugby career, Campbell also works professionally as Head of Talent at the crypto payments company Helio.
2) List of Teams Played For
- Stirling County RFC (Years not specified)
- England U20s (Years not specified)
- Saracens Women (2017–present)
- England (2023–present)
- Barbarians (Years not specified)
3) Rugby World Cups Played
May Campbell has represented England at the following Rugby World Cup tournament:
- 2025 Rugby World Cup – Part of England’s squad as the team won the gold medal and became World Champions.
4) Key Career Moments
Campbell started playing rugby with Stirling County RFC before moving to England, where her rugby career continued to flourish.
She joined Saracens Women in 2017, beginning what has become an outstanding club career. In 2023, she made her 100th appearance for Saracens, becoming only the sixth woman to reach that milestone for the club.
Her remarkable consistency continued as she celebrated 150 appearances for Saracens in January 2025, underlining her importance to one of England’s leading clubs.
Campbell has also represented the Barbarians, playing against South Africa and Munster Rugby Club, adding further prestigious honours to her rugby résumé.
Having previously represented England Under-20s, she made her senior England debut as a replacement against Wales during the 2023 Women’s Six Nations.
She was recalled for the 2025 Women’s Six Nations before earning selection in England’s squad for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, where the Red Roses captured the World Cup title on home soil.
5) Personal Life
Campbell grew up at Kilbryde Castle, just outside Dunblane, Scotland, and first played rugby with Stirling County RFC.
Her passion for the sport led her to move to England, where she attended Keswick School, followed by Hartpury College for her A-Levels. She later studied Sports Science and Business Studies at Brunel University in London.
Away from rugby, Campbell combines elite sport with a professional career, serving as Head of Talent at the crypto payments company Helio.