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1 Oct 2021 - Uncategorized

Scotland to play Japan in Edinburgh

Bryan Easson’s squad has just arrived back from Italy after their momentous final match of the Rugby World Cup 2021 Europe Qualifiers where they produced a stunning performance in the final minutes to edge in front of Ireland and confirm their place in the repechage tournament in January. This success has also seen them rise […]

27 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

Keith Macdonald

Keith Roy Macdonald was born in Dundee in May 1933. He won six caps for Scotland out of the Daniel Stewart’s College FP club in Edinburgh, making his debut in the home 12-0 victory against France in January 1956. He had won his selection by progressing from the school inter-city in 1949 and 1950, the […]

26 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby’s 2021 AGM – Report

The AGM had started digitally last month but was adjourned on the day and reconvened for today in order that delegates could meet face to face. The club members heard from Scottish Rugby’s President, Ian Bar, Board Chairman, John Jeffrey, and Chief Executive Mark Dodson. Speaking on the challenges of the pandemic Mark Dodson said: […]

24 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

Scotland team named for Irish finale

Easson has opted for a settled side, having made no changes to the starting line-up that claimed a crucial bonus point win against Spain last Sunday. It’s all to play for this weekend as Scotland, Ireland, Spain and hosts Italy all currently have five points after two matches. Following the conclusion of this weekend’s matches, […]

24 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

BT Murrayfield acts as the perfect stage

Artists have been invited to submit their music to support the promotional content of the Autumn Nations Series campaign, a number of whom will be given the opportunity to perform on one of the biggest sporting stages in Scotland. Scottish Rugby’s Head of Group Marketing & Commercial, Toni Blackhurst, said: “It has been a tough […]

24 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

New Edinburgh Rugby home to host 2021 FOSROC Super6 Final

The climax of the 2021 FOSROC Super6 tournament will take place on Sunday 17 October (kick-off 1.30pm). Spectators are welcomed to The DAM Health Stadium to support the top two teams in the final action of the season, tickets are on sale now.* The match will be broadcast live on FreeSports with commentary from Stuart […]

23 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

Sell-out for Springboks Test

Scottish fans are eager to see the World Champion Springboks in action fresh from clinching a series win against the British & Irish Lions, with confirmation today tickets to the match are now sold out. Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend is looking forward to another chance to take on the Springboks following his stint as […]

22 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

SP Energy Networks continues to power Scotland Women and age-grade sides

SP Energy Networks has supported the Scotland Women, Scotland U20 and Scotland U18 teams for the past three years. The partnership has gone from strength to strength, playing a vital role in the development of Scotland’s future talent and encouraging more girls and women to get involved in rugby and engineering. In 2020, Scottish Rugby […]

22 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby to partner with HITIQ in season-long mouthguard technology trial

The agreement represents a first of its kind collaboration involving a northern hemisphere Tier 1 international programme that will see mouthguard technology deployed across players in Scotland’s international and professional teams. Starting in September 2021 this collaboration will see HITIQ’s flagship Nexus A9 head impact sensor technology used in a trial across selected Scottish Rugby […]

20 Sep 2021 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Schools Week supported by Saltire Energy

Scottish Rugby’s Rugby Development teams will be facilitating the programme for both primary and secondary schools from today (Monday 20 September) with a blend of digital and in-person support. Of the 234 schools signed up to participate, nearly a quarter will be delivering new or rekindling rugby activity. To meet the challenges presented by covid-19, […]