Finding respect and camaraderie in rugby's unique culture, Brady McHugh discovered his true athletic calling after transitioning from a decade-long football career at age 14. McHugh excelled in the front row as a hooker and also as a blindside flanker, embracing the gritty, physical demands of these positions with passion. His leadership qualities were recognized when he was selected to captain the U19 Loggers squad against British Columbia, and he helped lead his team to a Rugby WA state championship during his senior year of high school. Beyond rugby, McHugh is an accomplished pianist of 15 years who co-runs a band with teammates, demonstrating how the sport has expanded his horizons and built lasting friendships. Though medical retirement due to brain injuries has concluded his playing career, McHugh's final match at the CRAA National 7s tournament marks a transition rather than an end to his rugby journey. He will continue his academic pursuits at Western Washington University, studying Recreation Management and Leadership with a Tourism concentration while working toward his OUPV Captain's License to pursue a career running fishing charters.