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1 Feb 2008 - Uncategorized

Spirited Scotland Fall To France

Scotland started the 2008 U20 6 Nations campaign with a spirited second half display against France but Colin Robertsons side unfortunately lost 6-12 at Falkirk Stadium. Scotland 6 France 12 Despite a six-point haul from centre Stephen McColl, Colin Robertson’s side were narrowly beaten at the Falkirk Stadium in the 2008 U20 6 Nations opener […]

31 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scotland Hooker Ford Signs For Three Years

Scotland hooker Ross Ford has handed Edinburgh a major boost by signing a new contract that will keep him in the Scottish capital until 2011. After becoming Edinburgh head coach Andy Robinson’s first signing in October, Ford has proceeded to play a pivotal role in helping the club climb to third place in the Magners […]

30 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

De Luca Set To Win First Scotland Cap

Edinburgh centre Nick De Luca is set to win his first Scotland cap in Sunday’s RBS 6 Nations match against France at Murrayfield after being handed the number 13 shirt by national coach Frank Hadden.After rejoining Edinburgh from Borders in the summer, the Dumfries-born back will receive a belated birthday gift after he turns 24 […]

30 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Jacobsen On Scotland Recall

Allan Jacobsen admits he was delighted to return to international duties with Scotland after being selected for the national team’s RBS 6 Nations’ opener against France at Murrayfield on Sunday; erasing any lingering memories of his World Cup nightmare.The 29-year-old prop’s involvement in the tournament came to a premature end after he suffered a serious […]

29 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scotland Women Set For 6 Nations Opener

Three women will make their Scotland debuts this Sunday as Scotland Women begin their Six Nations campaign three hours before the men’s international at Murrayfield. So with the Scotland Women’s team taking on France in the first international of the day, head coach Lee Adamson is hoping his side can help kick-off a winning day […]

29 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Launches Clubhouse Hospitality For Calcutta Cup

Scottish Rugby is giving supporters the chance to enjoy a special day out at Murrayfield’s showpiece fixture of the year – and, at the same time, know that they are playing a part in growing the game of rugby throughout the country. Demand to see Scotland in the 2008 RBS 6 Nations has been exceptional. […]

28 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Welcomes Spire As Health Care Partner

Scottish Rugby has today secured a new partner, Spire Healthcare, in a three-year, six-figure deal. The agreement was hailed by Dr James Robson, Scottish Rugby’s Head of Medical Services, doctor to the Scotland team and the leading medic on the last four tours by the British and Irish Lions.Scottish Rugby has today secured a new […]

25 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Scottish Rugby Wins Funding Boost

The future of Scottish rugby was boosted today when Sport Minister, Stewart Maxwell, announced sportscotland will invest £752,500 in grassroots rugby to increase participation and retain talented young players. Speaking at the Scottish Rugby Sponsors’ Conference at Murrayfield, the Minister announced the investment in Scottish Rugby, which will help to support the sport and encourage […]

22 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Girls Rugby In East Lothian Makes A Brave Restart

Despite harsh weather conditions on Friday 18 January, East Lothian ran their first rugby open days for all secondary school girls in the region at Meadowmill Sports Centre. Twenty girls from local schools braved the element to take part in the session, which was open to all girls from S1 through to S6 and all […]

21 Jan 2008 - Uncategorized

Falkirk To Host Scotland U-20 Games

Scotland A and Scotland under-20 will be returning to familiar territory for their international programme over the next few months. Scotland A will face their Irish counterparts at McDiarmid Park, Perth in February, while the national under-20 side will do battle with their French and English equivalents at Falkirk Stadium.Scotland A and Scotland under-20 will […]