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8 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scotland Under-18 Step Up A Gear

Forty players attended a Scotland under-18 training camp at Murrayfield as preparations are stepped up for the Six Nations Under-18 Festival in Cork this spring. The players were selected after their performances during the two national under-18 development sessions that were held in September, school and community club games in Scotland and the Scottish Exiles […]

8 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Appoints Director Of Communications And Public Affairs

Scottish Rugby today announces the appointment of Dominic McKay as Director of Communications and Public Affairs. This role will contribute directly to the governing body’s strategy and lead the development and management at national, regional and local levels, of effective communications and public relations campaigns and initiatives including corporate and public affairs. Scottish Rugby today […]

8 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Warriors Get Scotland Call

Moray LowNine Glasgow Warriors players have been sent the best text message of the year notifying them of their inclusion in the Scotland training camp as Frank Hadden sets his sights on the 2008 RBS 6 Nations Championship.The 35-man squad includes Glasgow’s young prop Moray Low and the three Killer Bees John Barclay, Johnnie Beattie […]

27 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

Scotland Trio Return For 1872 Challenge Cup Clash

Scotland internationals David Callam, Gavin Kerr and Hugo Southwell have all recovered from injury in order to play for Edinburgh in the Magners League match against Glasgow Warriors at Murrayfield on Friday (28 December, kick off 7.30pm) with both clubs aiming to land the 1872 Challenge Cup.The first-ever meeting between the two teams took place […]

20 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

The Battle Of Scotland At Murrayfield

With a rivalry older than football’s Old Firm, Edinburgh are set to take on Glasgow Warriors in the Magners League at Murrayfield on Friday 28 December, kick off 7.30pm to determine who will win the 1872 Challenge Cup. The first meeting between the two cities took place 135 years ago and the next meeting at […]

19 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

New Year Resolution For Scotland 7s

New Zealand pool opponents will test Scotland’s resolve to maintain their top eight position in Sevens’ world rankingsThe World Series circus comes to town for the first tournament of 2008 in New Zealand, with Wellington the host venue on 1/2 February. And the traditional ‘windy city’ of the southern hemisphere looks set to blow away […]

18 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

Frank Hadden’S New Contract Confirmed By Scottish Rugby

Scottish Rugby confirmed today that a new contract has been agreed for Frank Hadden to extend his appointment as head coach of the Scotland national team. Welcoming the extension of Hadden’s appointment, McKie said: Since Frank Hadden first came in to take over as national coach in May 2005, he has presided over a tremendous […]

18 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

Gemmell Sets Down Challenge For Scotland 7S

Scotland 7s coach Stephen Gemmell has set his squad a tough challenge ahead of the IRB Sevens World Series event in New Zealand on Friday 1 and Saturday 2 February. The Scots have been drawn against Argentina, USA and Tonga in Pool D of the tournament, and despite how it looks on paper, Gemmell knows […]

18 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

Volunteers Required For 6 Nations

Volunteers needed to help out in running the events for the Scotland Womens 6 Nations matches at Meggetland, Edinburgh: Scotland v France on Sunday 3rd February KO 12pm Scotland v England on Saturday 8th March KO 12pm Various roles will be delegated and volunteers will be fully briefed on their role, prior to the event. […]

14 Dec 2007 - Uncategorized

Scotland Scrum Half Signs Until 2010

Scotland scrum-half Mike Blair has pledged his future to Edinburgh Rugby Club by signing an extension to his current contract that will prolong his stay until 2010.Following his younger brother David’s decision to agree a professional contract until 2009, 26-year-old Mike has agreed to stay with his hometown club.The Edinburgh-born half-back, 26, has already recorded […]