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29 Aug 2023

History of the men’s Premiership ahead of 50th season

Starting in the 1973/74 season, Scottish Rugby organised full member clubs into a competition format comprised of six divisions, disbanding the previous ‘unofficial championship’. Originally, below the six divisions were a series of District Leagues, covering smaller geographical areas, organised by District Unions, sometimes involving second teams. Over the last 50 years, the have been […]

25 Aug 2023

Preview: Heriot’s Rugby v FOSROC Future XV

After a tough outing at Bridgehaugh against Stirling Wolves last weekend, the FOSROC Future XV will be looking to return to their competitive play they showcased in their first two rounds. This Saturday, the young team will make the trip to Goldenacre to meet Heriot’s Rugby for the first time. The hosts, who placed second […]

25 Aug 2023

Preview: Scotland v Georgia

What they said Head Coach Gregor Townsend: “Georgia have played a few games and they’ve built really good confidence. They know this is an opportunity for them to play a Guinness Six Nations team, they don’t get to do that very often. The last time they did that, they beat Wales. They’ll be a real threat […]

25 Aug 2023

Women’s Premiership 2023 | Round 2

Heriot’s Blues and Cartha Queens Park fixture has been conceded by the visitors due to insufficient player numbers, giving the Blues an automatic 28-0 win. Saturday 26 August, Stewartry v Garioch, 2pm KO It has been quite some time since Garioch and Stewartry have met on the pitch. The two sides previously faced-off in the […]

24 Aug 2023

FOSROC Super Series Championship 2023 Guide to the Game | Round 5

Friday 25 August: Stirling Wolves v Watsonians Round 5 begins at Bridgehaugh where Watsonians, coming fresh from their bye week and hoping to maintain their winning streak make the journey to face off against the Stirling Wolves, kick-off 7.35pm. How to watch This game will be streamed live on the Scottish Rugby website. Be There Don’t […]

18 Aug 2023

Preview: Stirling Wolves v FOSROC Future XV

After their scheduled bye week last weekend, the team will return to the tournament when they meet Stirling Wolves for the first time at Bridgehaugh. Only one point separates the two teams on the table and both are still looking to secure their first win of the Championship. The FOSROC Future XV had a strong […]

17 Aug 2023

Women’s Premiership 2023 | Round 1 Preview

This year, the competition has been further expanded to include eight teams as Stewartry gained promotion from National Division 1. Scottish Rugby brings a preview for all four matches in the opening round. Heriot’s Blues v Stirling County | KO 2pm Last year’s League Champions, Stirling County begin their title defence away to Heriot’s Blues […]

17 Aug 2023

FOSROC Super Series Championship 2023 Guide to the Game | Round 4

Friday 18 August: Ayrshire Bulls v Heriot’s Rugby Round 4 kicks off this weekend with a repeat of the Super Series Sprint final match as Heriot’s Rugby once again travel to face off against the Ayrshire Bulls at Millbrae, kick-off 7.35pm. How to watch This game will be streamed live on the Scottish Rugby website. […]

10 Aug 2023

FOSROC Super Series Championship 2023 Guide to the Game | Round 3

Friday 11 August: Watsonians v Boroughmuir Bears Round 3 kicks off with a Capital clash as Boroughmuir Bears make the journey to Myreside to face up against neighbours Watsonians, kick-off 7.35pm. How to watch This game will be streamed live on the Scottish Rugby website. Be There Secure your spot to watch the game in […]

4 Aug 2023

Preview: Scotland v France

What they said Head Coach Gregor Townsend said: “It’s one of the best week’s of preparation we could get, playing against the number three team in the world. “Last weekend the crowd were great before the game, during the game and after, and our players responded really well from that. That backing is really special to […]