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Articles by Colin Renton

About Colin Renton
Colin has been a freelance writer on various subjects for more than 20 years. He covers rugby at all levels but is particularly passionate about the game at grass roots. As a fluent French speaker, he has a keen interest in rugby in France and for many years has reported on the careers of Scots who have moved across the Channel. He appreciates high quality, engaging writing that is thought provoking, and hopes that some of his work fits that bill!
Rob Wainwright led a 200-strong peloton on a 555-mile, 48-hour cycle to deliver the match ball for Scotland's Six Nations clash against Wales in support of the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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That was the month that was: February 2023

1 March 2023 Colin Renton 9

Colin Renton reports on Scots on the move, a promoted position for Hollie Davidson and Rob Harley braving the elements in France …

Finlay Simpson was man-of-the-match as Edinburgh Accies finished the regular part of their Premiership campaign with a big win over Heriot's Blues. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Premiership: Edinburgh Accies build momentum for play-offs with big win over Heriot’s Blues

25 February 2023 Colin Renton 0

Iain Berthinussen’s side face Currie Chieftains at Malleny Park next weekend …

Currie Chieftains came out on top against Marr at Malleny Park. Image: Ian Gidney.
Clubland

Premiership: Currie Chieftains book home play-off and leave Marr hanging

4 February 2023 Colin Renton 3

Fullarton men must no rely on Selkirk slipping up …

Could Byron McGuigan end up playing for Namibia at the World Cup later this year? Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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That was the month that was: January 2023

31 January 2023 Colin Renton 2

Byron McGuigan eyes Namibia switch, Adam Ashe heads back to the States and Liberton Ladies find a new home …

Edinburgh Accies defeated Selkirk at Raeburn Place. Image: John Wright
Clubland

Premiership: Edinburgh Accies secure play-off spot with win over ill-disciplined Selkirk

28 January 2023 Colin Renton Comments Off on Premiership: Edinburgh Accies secure play-off spot with win over ill-disciplined Selkirk

Borderers lose their way in race to finish in the top four …

Stafford McDowall led Glasgow Warriors to victory over Perpignan. Image: © Craig Watson
Glasgow Warriors

Perpignan v Glasgow: Warriors book their place in Challenge Cup round of 16

14 January 2023 Colin Renton 11

Despite picking-up three yellow cards, Franco Smith’s side secure a comprehensive win in South of France …

Sam Grove-White had a busy month culminating in being the whistler during Friday's 1872 Cup clash at Murrayfield. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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That was the month that was: December 2022

1 January 2023 Colin Renton 1

International sprinter donates prize money to Hearts + Balls, Andy Robinson on the move and French football star showcases his rugby skills …

Currie Chieftains came out on top against Heriot's Blues at Malleny Park. Image: Ian Gidney
Clubland

Premiership: Currie Chieftains edge a Malleny thriller against Heriot’s Blues

3 December 2022 Colin Renton 1

Capital city derby produces 11 tries and bags of entertainment …

Hannah Smith has retired from international rugby after a nine-year international career which brought 37 caps for Scotland. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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That was the month that was: November 2022

1 December 2022 Colin Renton 2

Hannah Smith calls time on fine international career, reporter calls out All Blacks, and could Super6 finally have a cross-border competition? …

Marr’s Calum Inglis breaks clear against Heriot’s Rugby Blues. Image: Malcolm Mackenzie
Clubland

Premiership: Marr see off Heriot’s Blues with second half surge

26 November 2022 Colin Renton 1

Last season’s champions won’t throw in towel in fight to make the play-offs …

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