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Kyle Baillie playing rugby for Team Canada's senior squad

Kyle Baillie of Summerside, P.E.I., is making a name for himself in the international rugby scene.

Player got start at Three Oaks High School in Summerside

Kyle Baillie, 24 is playing senior men's rugby for Team Canada. (Derek Stevens)

Kyle Baillie of Summerside, P.E.I., is making a name for himself in the international rugby scene.

The 24-year-old has played four games with Team Canada's senior men's rugby squad.

Baillie also plays in a professional league in the United States for the PRO Rugby Ohio team.

The rugby player said he got his start at Three Oaks High School and knew he wanted to play on the national team.

"Well international, this is as high as it gets right. So this is the pinnacle of rugby. So it's great to be out here. You're always learning and working," said Baillie.

"We have a lot of guys who are professional overseas so it's nice to be able train with those guys. And see how they play and see how they move."

Baillie said he is happy to wear the Team Canada jersey and travel to other countries.

Team Canada has upcoming games in June against Russia and Italy.

The squad will be heading to the United Kingdom for a series of test matches in the fall.