Club & Schools Communications

Scottish Rugby issue a new edition of Club & Schools Communications on a weekly basis every Tuesday.

Copies of this season’s communications can be found via the links below.

21 November 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important information on the return of the Inter-District Championship, news on the launch of a Rugby Development Social Return of Investment project, and information on a short innovative rugby documentary produced by SCIAF. We also bring final reminders for club funding opportunities and Girls Regional Game Series nominations, in addition to information on our Blueprint Roadshows.

14 November 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important information regarding the upcoming AGM, plus details on the Girls Regional Game Series and how to make a nomination. We also bring reminders on funding for clubs.

14 November 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important information regarding the upcoming AGM, plus details on the Girls Regional Game Series and how to make a nomination. We also bring reminders on funding for clubs.

7 November 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information important information regarding the upcoming AGM, plus detail on the Girls Regional Game Series and how to make a nomination. We have also included important reminders on this year’s funding models, plus information to sign up to Blueprint Roadshows and Safeguarding training.

31 October 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the 2023/24 format for the Women’s Cup competitions, a final reminder for coaches and referees to complete RugbyRight, information on the quarterfinal draws for the Boys Youth Cup competitions, and a reminder on the upcoming Blueprint Roadshows.

24 October 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a note from Gavin Scott on Values and Respect in our game, plus a series of important reminders on RugbyRight, the Men’s Cup competition and funding applications. You’ll also find information on how to sign up for next month’s Blueprint Roadshows and how to enjoy group ticket discounts for Glasgow Warriors matches.

17 October 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important updates on the upcoming Girls Cup competitions and Youth Player Development Programmes for the 2023/24 season. We also bring important reminders on RugbyRight, Serious Injury reporting, funding applications and the Blueprint Roadshows.

10 October 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important reminders on the latest funding applications for your club and ensuring your coaches and match officials have completed RugbyRight. We also bring key updates on Serious Injury reporting and the sign up process for upcoming Blueprint Roadshows.

4 October 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important information on this season’s Growth & Participation and Club Sustainability Fund, a thank you message from Rugby Development and important reminders to clubs to submit governance documents for the Club Investment Fund and First Responder Course.

26 September 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a note of thanks from Rugby Development regarding our Strategy Roadshows plus important reminders on information due to be submitted for the Player Payment Declaration and Club Investment Fund. You’ll also find an update from Oban Lorne who have been participating in the inaugural Amateur Rugby World Cup.

19 September 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find reminders on taking part in the upcoming Rugby Development Strategy Roadshows, plus information on where to view the latest newsletter from Scottish Rugby President, Colin Rigby. Finally, we bring exciting news from Oban Lorne RFC as they head to France to represent Scotland and all of our grassroots clubs at the Amateur Rugby World Cup event.

13 September 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the newly launched First Responder course, plus important reminders on the Scottish Gas Net Zero Community Fund, Tackle Height Workshops and dates for the upcoming Introduction to Match Officiating courses.

5 September 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find important reminders on how to apply to the Scottish Gas Community Net Zero Fund alongside competition and operational reminders for clubs. You’ll also find brand new information on upcoming match officiating course in conjunction with the Rugby World Cup and a brand new education resource for Primary Schools exploring the excitment of the Rugby World Cup.

29 August 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find details on how to register interest in the Club & Community Net Zero Fund, and an update from the Scottish Rugby President. You’ll also find a reminder to submit an Annual Player Payment Declaration form, some more information on the start of the men’s, youth and schools leagues and new tackle height support modules and workshops.

22 August 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a series of important reminders for this season’s club funding programmes and Rugby Development’s upcoming strategy roadshows. You’ll also find notices on new Tackle Height Law Trial support, plus information on the Player Payment Declaration forms.

16 August 2023

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you information on the upcoming Rugby Development Strategy Roadshows alongside important reminders for clubs on this year’s funding models, Club Accident Insurance and the latest from this week’s Tackle Tuesday video.

8 August 2023

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you important reminders on the Club Investment Fund and Developing Club Investment Programme 2023/24, plus information on this year’s Club Accident Insurance Scheme. We also bring you reminders on Safeguarding and Player Registration, and resources for clubs taking part in Royal Bank RugbyForce this weekend.

2 August 2023

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you an update from the Scottish Rugby President, information on the newly launched Player Welfare Action Plan, alongside information on the Club Investment Fund and Developing Club Investment Programme for 2023/24. You’ll also find information on upcoming Safeguarding courses for the season, and a reminder on how to add friendly fixtures to SCRUMS.

26 July 2023

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you the brand-new RugbyRight course for the 2023/24 season, reminders on safeguarding and the Fast Track Club Sustainability Fund, and confirm this year’s Royal Bank RugbyForce winners.

18 July 2023

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you a reminder of Scottish Rugby’s new partnership with Scottish Gas with an update on when clubs will hear more information on the Community Net Zero Fund. We have also included reminders on age banding for the 2023/24 season, safeguarding and the 2023/24 Fast Track Club Sustainability Fund. You’ll also find an exclusive kit discount offer from Gilbert Rugby for clubs and schools in Scotland.

13 July 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find an important update on Scottish Rugby’s new partnership with Scottish Gas, and the benefits this brings for clubs.

We also bring you information on age banding for the 2023/24 season and reminders on safeguarding and the 2023/24 Fast Track Club Sustainability Fund. You’ll also find an exclusive kit discount offer from Gilbert Rugby for clubs and schools in Scotland.

4 July 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find reminders on the now live tackle height law trials plus information on applying to the Club Sustainability Fund. We also bring you important information regarding safeguarding ahead of the 2023/24 season.

27 June 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on how to apply for 2023/24 Club Sustainability Fund Fast Track, plus reminders on Scrum School and Papa Johns Player of Tartan Touch award. We also have information on Edinburgh Rugby’s upcoming Summer Sessions as they visit clubs across Scotland later this summer.

20 June 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a reminder of how to get involved in the upcoming Scrum School Skills Camps, plus we have information on current open consultations. You’ll also find information on how to nominate someone for Player of Tartan Touch, plus an exclusive offer form Papa Johns.

13 June 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a conclusion from the Community Game Conference which took place last weekend at BT Murrayfield plus information on current open consultations. We also have helpful information on supporting LGBTIQ+ people to come out at your club, and information on the upcoming Scrum School Skills Camps.

8 June 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the Fixtures for the schools, youth and adult game for the 2023/24 season. We also bring you a reminder for this weekend’s Community Game Conference, winners from the National Community Recognition Awards, and finally an exciting offer from Edinburgh Rugby ‘For the Players’.

31 May 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find details on the National Youth and Schools Cup competition structures for the 2023/24 season, plus information on the full programme for the upcoming Community Game Conference. We also have information on the Scrum School Summer Skills Camps and the ongoing Tackle Height Roadshows.

23 May 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find details on the upcoming Community Game Conference, plus details of The Longest Try event for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. We also have information on the upcoming National Community Recognition Awards, Scrum School Summer Skills Camps and Royal Bank RugbyForce.

16 May 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll confirmation of broadcast of the Inter-district Championship Finals event on Sunday, plus important reminders on the season close and community game survey. We also have information on the upcoming National Community Recognition Awards, Scrum School Summer Skills Camps and Royal Bank RugbyForce.

9 May 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a recap of everything from Silver Saturday, plus information on the start of the Inter-district Championship. You’ll also find important information on the Schools & Youth National Competitions Rules consultation for next season and a note on the Government’s UK wide concussion guidance for grassroots sport.

3 May 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information about coverage for this weekend’s Silver Saturday event at BT Murrayfield and DAM Health Stadium, plus a note from Keith Wallace and Gav Scott inviting you to take our community game survey. We also have a reminder about dates for upcoming tackle height roadshows, plus a link to watch a new webinar on the law trials.

25 April 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find an update on the revised season structures for the men’s game for 2023/24, plus confirmation of the host and first guest speakers for the upcoming Community Game Conference. You’ll also find an update on the Finals Day for the Inter-district Championship, alongside ticketing information for Silver Saturday and the upcoming Scotland v Ireland match at DAM Health Stadium.

18 April 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find confirmation of the latest results in the Tennent’s Leagues and Scottish Cup competition, along with information to buy your Silver Saturday tickets. You’ll also find reminders on the 2023 Royal Bank RugbyForce application and this year’s National Awards.

12 April 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find confirmation of a lower tackle height law trial, plus information on National Award nominations. You’ll also find reminders on the 2023 Royal Bank RugbyForce application and the sportscotland survey.

7 April 2023

External Review published findings

4 April 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news from the Scottish Cup competitions, plus information on a sportscotland participation survey. You’ll also find reminders on the 2023 Royal Bank RugbyForce application and information on purchasing group tickets for your club/school or society to watch Glasgow Warriors in their Challenge Cup quarter-final.

29 March 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news from the Regional Youth Cup Finals, the latest quarterly newsletter from Scottish Rugby President Colin Rigby, and information on Royal Bank RugbyForce 2023 applications. We also bring you important changes to the boys’ youth and schools season structure, plus a reminder for applications to host the Inter-District Championship.

21 March 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news from Scottish Rugby Schools Week, a reminder of upcoming Youth competitions, and information on the Community Recognition Awards 2023. We also bring you important updates on the National Competition Rules consultation, plus changes to Rugby Development’s senior leadership team.

14 March 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news from the Tennent’s Men’s Premiership Final and the upcoming Inter-district Championship. You’ll also find registration information for the upcoming National Youth Cup Finals plus information on Scottish Rugby Schools Week.

7 March 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news on the Scottish Cup, National Shield & National Bowl competitions, plus information on the upcoming Tennent’s Men’s Premiership Final. We also bring you reminders on the Scottish Government alcohol consultation, and information on Scottish Rugby Schools Week which begins next week.

28 February 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news on Papa Johns Tartan Touch hubs for summer 2023, plus the latest from the Tennent’s Men’s Premiership and National leagues. We have also included reminders on the Community Game Conference and Scottish Government consultation on alcohol advertising.

21 February 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a reminder of the upcoming tackle height consultations, plus a new club survey from sportscotland. You’ll also find the latest news from the Tennent’s Men’s Premiership and reminders on the Community Game Conference and Scottish Government consultation on alcohol advertising.

14 February 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the upcoming community game consultation on tackle height plus the latest news on Club Sustainability Funding awards. We also bring reminders on Tell Us, University of Glasgow concussion study and the Scottish Government alcohol consultation.

7 February 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on how to access ‘Tell Us’, plus the latest results and highlights from the Scottish Cup and Tennent’s Men’s Premiership. We also have information on a new UK-wide grassroots sport concussion study and sign up information to Scrum School.

31 January 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the lowdown on the Tennent’s Women’s Premiership Final. We also bring you a reminder on the Gender Participation Policy, and sign up information for Scrum School and Tartan Touch.

24 January 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest news from the Tennent’s Women’s Premiership, plus competition dates for the rescheduled National Youth Cup Finals and the Sarah Beaney Cup. We also bring you an update on the Gender Participation Policy, and sign up/nomination information for Scrum School, Tartan Touch and the Community Recognition Awards 2023.

18 January 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find the latest update from the Tennent’s Women’s Premiership play-offs and an update on the Inter-district Championship. You’ll also find information on the recently launched Scrum School initiative, and information on how to get involved in this year’s Community Recognition Awards and Papa Johns Tartan Touch.

10 January 2023

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the Tennent’s Women’s Premiership play-offs, plus all the details your club needs to apply to become a Papa Johns Tartan Touch Hub. We also have a reminder on how make a nomination to this year’s Community Recognition Awards, and an introduction to Dr Karen Barclay (Welfare Manager).

20 December 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the two Custodians who have been appointed to the Scottish Rugby Union board, plus reminders on the 2023 Community Recognition Awards. We also have information from our charity partners, My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and Hearts & Balls.

13 December 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on this year’s Community Recognition Awards, plus a reminder of Rugby Development’s Christmas hours. We also bring festive news from the Midllothian Walking Rugby group.

8 December 2022

Please see below an important update to the National Youth Cup Finals 2022/23.

6 December 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on the upcoming National Schools and Youth Cup Finals, plus a reminder to submit nominations for the Player Development Hubs programme. We also have an update sent on behalf of Colin Rigby, Scottish Rugby President.

29 November 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find reminders on submitting applications for the upcoming Player Development Hubs and the Director of Rugby course, plus information on how to register to attend next week’s National Schools Cup Finals at BT Murrayfield.

22 November 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a final reminder on how to apply for Growth and Participation and Club Sustainability Funding, for which the deadline to apply is Friday 25 November. You’ll also find a reminder on how to nominate players for the PDH programme, plus an update on quarter-final results in the Schools Cup competition.

15 November 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on how to make a nomination for this season’s Player Development Hub programme and an update on Youth and Schools Cup competitions. Plus, we have reminders on important operational matters including funding, transfer deadlines and upcoming courses.

8 November 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find information on how to get involved with Scottish Rugby Schools Week supported by Saltire Energy in 2023, plus important reminders on available funding streams, player welfare and transfer deadlines for this season.

1 November 2022

In this week’s Club Communications we introduce you to our new Scottish Rugby Youth Panel, plus provide information regarding upcoming Match Officiating courses and our Scottish Rugby Blueprint roadshows. We bring you reminders on funding streams available this season for clubs and schools, information regarding our upcoming Safeguarding Conference, in addition to inviting clubs to be part of the Longest Pass.

25 October 2022

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you important reminders on funding streams available for clubs and schools to apply to, alongside information on completing Scottish Rugby’s Rugbyright course. We also bring exciting opportunities for clubs to be part of, including the Longest Pass, the World Amateur Rugby Festival and Tennent’s Try of the Month

18 October 2022

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you the latest information on funding streams available to clubs, plus reminders on RugbyRight and our upcoming Safeguarding Conference.

11 October 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you will find information on the recruitment for coaches, managers and physios for the 2023 Player Development Programme, plus registration details for the upcoming Safeguarding Conference.

4 October 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you will find the outcome of last weeks Scottish Rugby’s AGM Part 2 and SGM, alongside information on how to purchase tickets for the upcoming Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors matches. In addition, you’ll find some further information about our new Safeguarding Tutors posts and important reminders regarding player welfare and our Scottish Rugby Blueprint roadshows.

27 September 2022

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you a reminder on Scottish Rugby’s AGM Part 2 and SGM which take place on Wednesday 28 September, alongside information on the launch of the new ‘Change our Game’ Blueprint. You’ll also find information on submitting entries to the Tennent’s Try of the Month competition for September.

21 September 2022

In this week’s Club Communications we bring you news on the appointment of Professor Lorne Crerar CBE as the Interim Chair of Scottish Rugby Union, plus an update on the Men’s National Division 4 league. In addition, you’ll find important operational reminders regarding player welfare, Player Payment Declaration Forms, and we bring you information on how to access the new Clean Sport anti-doping education module.

13 September 2022

A message sent on behalf of Gav Scott, Director of Rugby Development, on domestic rugby activity for the coming week, plus an important reminder on the deadline for submitting Player Payment Declaration forms.

9 September 2022

A message sent on behalf of Gav Scott, Director of Rugby Development, on domestic rugby activity for 10 & 11 September 2022.

6 September 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find a message sent on behalf of Scottish Rugby President, Colin Rigby, plus important information about Incoming Players and Club Accident Insurance.

30 August 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find reminders on the Player Payment Declaration forms and Club Funding Models, which both have deadlines for tomorrow. Plus, we issue information on HMRC property in trust and Club Accident Proposal Forms.

17 August 2022

In this week’s Club Communications you’ll find updates on the Club Funding Models for 2022/23, plus important information on the Club Accident Insurance Scheme. There are also links to view Scottish Rugby’s AGM report and the 2022/23 season Coaching Standards.

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