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How a touch rugby tournament changed everything: Emily Norval’s rugby journey

Originally a promising hockey player with ambitions of representing Scotland, it was a touch rugby tournament at Stirling County Rugby Club – attended on a whim – that changed her path. “I always saw myself going on to represent Scotland in hockey but I grew up in a rugby family; my Dad is rugby daft”, […]

Australia 34 – Scotland U20 Men 24 | Match Report

Australia’s fly-half Joseph Dillon got the game underway. The Scots quickly earned a penalty after Australian hands were spotted in the ruck by the match officiating teams. Scotland looked sharp in the opening exchanges, as scrum-half Hector Patterson and stand-off Matthew Urwin combined down the right wing for the game’s first real attacking move. A […]

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England v Scotland Women | Match Report

England were quick to assert their physical dominance. Scotland found themselves on the back foot with Rhona Lloyd pulling off a vital try-saving tackle in the opening minute, dragging Claudia McDonald into touch just metres from the line. However, when Scotland earned a scrum with the hopes of exiting, they conceded a penalty. England built […]

Rachel McLachlan: Half a Century, Fully Fierce

Still only 26 years old, McLachlan’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable, transforming from a Scottish judo champion into a mainstay in the national team in just a matter of years. Born and raised in Edinburgh, McLachlan’s sporting journey began far from the try line. A talented judoka, she earned titles as both a […]

Forging bonds and finding bravery | Scotland Women U18

The U18 Six Nations Festival continues to play a pivotal role in developing the next generation of rugby talent across the men’s and women’s game. A breeding ground for future international stars, the festival offers young players, coaches, and match officials a vital introduction to the high-performance environment of international rugby. For most, it’s their […]

U18 Six Nations Festival 2025 | Scotland Women U18 Day Two

England 12 – 21 Scotland Scotland Women U18 secured themselves well-earned and hard-fought first win of the festival over England, marked by grit, precision, and moments of defensive brilliance across the park. From the get go, Scotland put England under immediate pressure, forcing early errors. A series of penalties in Scotland’s favour allowed Poppy Mellanby […]