For Max Stone, rugby was the pivotal driving force behind his well-rounded pursuits at Earl Marriott Secondary School in Surrey, British Columbia. While he founded the chess club, participated in Model UN, captained the rugby and soccer teams, joined the curling squad, and coached junior soccer in secondary school, it was the values and relationships cultivated through rugby that left an indelible mark.

"Rugby has been instrumental in getting me to where I am today," Stone stated. "Through the sport, I have made countless invaluable connections and lifelong friends. It has made me the person I am today and taught me so much about leadership."

Stone's rugby journey began in 8th grade before continuing with Bayside Sharks RFC and the BC 7s representative program. His talents earned him the opportunity to play collegiately at Western Washington University.

On the pitch at Western, he embraced a strategic role, splitting time between fly-half and scrum-half positions.

"I am a good fit in those spots because I enjoy thinking strategically about the game and have a good foot," Stone explained.

As he looks ahead to law school in August 2024, Stone plans to transition towards coaching to maintain his connection to the community that helped shape him.

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