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20 Mar 2024

Scotland’s 1984 Grand Slam – Part One

Those Triple Crown successes in ’33 and ’38 could be considered ‘Slams’, because Scotland beat England, Ireland and Wales, for a full house of victories; the same criteria that to this day represents the pinnacle in international rugby north of the Equator. Irrespective of those championship titles, of the great Ian Smith captaining his country […]

18 Mar 2024

Schools Promoting the Next Generation of Coaches and Officials

Naturally, the mind jumps to thinking about the playing side of the game- where the majority of the glitz and the glamour lies in the professional game. However, there are an array of other potential careers within the sport which are sometimes given less consideration but remain vital for the game’s longevity. This is something […]

8 Mar 2024

Sally Myles, author and illustrator of Why is Mummy So Muddy?

Dundee-based rugby player, author, illustrator, research scientist, PHD doctorate, wife and, arguably, most importantly Mum; Sally Myles kindly gave up her small window of peace and quiet before she picks up her daughter from school, whilst her 15-month-old son is napping, to chat to us about her exploration into rugby, motherhood in our sport and […]

6 Mar 2024

How Saltire Energy Scottish Rugby Schools’ Week Kickstarted a School Rugby Programme

With Scottish Rugby providing encouragement and support to those who sign up, the aim of Schools Week is to engage as many state school pupils as possible in rugby activity and ignite the rugby spark within those who may not be as familiar with the game. There are a multitude of ways in which the […]

03.03.24 – Wales U18s v Scotland U18s – Friendly – Leo Elder of Scotland

5 Mar 2024

Defeats for Scotland U18 men in Wales

In the first game, Scotland U18 A lost 29-22 to Wales Development U18. Tries from Sam Byrd (2), Aiden Orr and Archie McMichael proved not enough to take the victory. Shortly after, Scotland U18 were defeated 43-10 by Wales U18. Captain Joe Roberts grabbed the only try for Scotland from a driving maul, and Vice-captain […]

7 Feb 2024

Scotland U20s: Ones to Watch

Ahead of the U20 Six Nations kicking off, Scotland’s record points scorer Chris Paterson and former Peebles captain Dale Clancy have been keeping a close eye on most of the players selected through their involvement in the FOSROC Super Series. Here they give us their thoughts on U20 rugby and the lowdown on who to […]

7 Feb 2024

Women’s rugby revolution at Caledonian Thebans

Established in 2002, this pioneering club set out on a mission to unite LGBTQIA+ individuals and their straight allies through the sport of rugby, creating a culture that is not just open but genuinely inclusive for everyone. Fast forward to 2024, and the club has expanded its horizons with the introduction of Caledonian Thebans Hydra, […]

Tennents Premiership Final – Currie Chieftains v Marr RFC

5 Feb 2024

Men’s Premiership 2024 play-offs confirmed

Hawick left Philiphaugh with a resounding 3-59 win over Selkirk, taking with them the Bill McLaren Shield. Andrew Mitchell, Lee Armstrong, Calum Renwick and Kirk Ford all bagged a brace, with Jae Linton adding to the try tally. Last year’s champions sit at the top of the table after 18 rounds and will play host […]

3 Feb 2024

Report: Wales 26-27 Scotland

Much of this week’s news carried a story about an escapee Japanese macaque, who had managed to flee from the Highland Wildlife Park near Aviemore. A happy ending saw ‘Honshu’ eventually restored to his lodgings and with the same cheer, Scotland got a monkey off their backs with victory over Wales at the Principality Stadium […]

16 Jan 2024

Meet the new Scotland call-ups

Harry Paterson Position: Full-back/Winger Age: 22 Club: Edinburgh Rugby Harry Paterson played for Scotland U20 in 2020, playing in matches against England, Italy and France. The back-three operator has made 11 appearances in Super Series competitions for Heriot’s Rugby and Watsonians, and scored three tries for the Myreside outfit. The 22-year-old made his Edinburgh Rugby […]