He's proud of his own roots in the heart of Yorkshire.
But just for now, Huddersfield Giants skipper Danny Brough is a proud Scotsman.
And it shone through this week when he lead out the Tartan Army for an opening-match triumph in the Rugby League World Cup.
Brough and the rest of the Scotland team – many of whom play in the NRL in Australia – wore kilts as they arrived for the match against Tonga at Workington.
And the off-the-field camaraderie was at the heart of Scotland’s stunning World Cup win over Tonga, according to captain Brough.
The Bravehearts lived up to their nickname on a thrilling night in Cumbria as they emerged as 26-24 winners – Matty Russell’s try and Brough’s goal sealing it after they had thrown away a 20-4 lead.
It was a memorable triumph for Steve McCormack’s band of disparate Scots, put together at the boundaries of eligibility.
Englishmen and Australians have combined to represent the country, but all wore kilts as part of their matchday attire and heartily sang ‘Flower of Scotland’.
Brough felt that their bond was crucial on Tuesday night.
“There’s always a mix when you get the NRL, Super League and National League players coming together,” he said, citing further evidence of the variety in McCormack’s squad as part and full-time players came together.
“There isn’t a better example than what we have of team spirit. Since we have been together, we have had one drink of beer together and the rest of the time have been playing cards, knocking about together, and that spirit has helped us here.
“Everyone can have their say and their two pence worth, but at the end of the day, what Steve says goes.”
The win left Scotland as the only home nation to triumph in the opening rounds – a point not lost on Brough’s proud family.
Wife Jenna and sons William, seven, and Henry, three, were in the crowd.
Jenna said: “It was a fabulous night and it made me so proud to see him lead out the team.
“I took the kids and they had an amazing time watching their Dad.
“I was at the World Cup in Australia in 2008 which was brilliant but this was better. I swelled up with pride as he stood there and sang the anthem.
“We will be there for all the games. I’m not bothered who Danny plays for; he always plays with his heart and gives everything.”
