[1] In 2013 Ben and Alex signed for Edinburgh Rugby, joining the club's Elite Development Player Programme.

Coach Stevie Scott stated: "They're both very athletic and mobile, which are important attributes in the modern game.

"[2][3][4] Ben's first try for Edinburgh came during the European Challenge Cup semi-final thrashing of Newport Gwent Dragons in April 2015.

[5] Although born in Australia, Toolis is eligible to represent Scotland as his mother, Linda, is from Carluke in Lanarkshire.

[5] After a good run of form for his club Toolis was called up to the Scotland squad for the 2015 Six Nations Championship, going on to make his international debut against Italy.