John Moonlight, born on July second, nineteen eighty-seven, is a distinguished Canadian rugby union player currently representing the Toronto Arrows in Major League Rugby. His journey in the sport began with the Canadian Rugby Sevens team, where he showcased his skills on the HSBC Sevens World Series stage.
Making his international debut in two thousand nine during the prestigious Hong Kong tournament, Moonlight quickly established himself as a formidable player. Over the course of his career, he participated in sixty-five World Series tournaments, amassing an impressive total of one hundred sixteen tries. His contributions to the sport have also seen him represent Canada at three Commonwealth Games and secure two gold medals at the Pan-American Games.
In addition to his success in the sevens format, Moonlight has made significant contributions to the rugby union fifteen-a-side code, earning twenty-three caps for Canada. Notably, he was part of the Canadian squad that competed in the two thousand fifteen Rugby World Cup, further solidifying his legacy in Canadian rugby.
After a remarkable international career, John Moonlight made the decision to retire from international rugby in April two thousand eighteen. He has since embarked on a new chapter in his life, pursuing a career as a firefighter in his hometown of Pickering, where he continues to serve his community with the same dedication he displayed on the rugby field.