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Lewis has been writing about rugby for almost 40 years, the last 18 as a freelance based in Scotland bringing his wealth fo experience to just about every publication in the country. These days you can hear him as well by tuning in to his Wednesday night show on Rocksport Radio.
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Charity gig success is music to vocalist Ryan Wilson’s ears

20 February 2020 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Charity gig success is music to vocalist Ryan Wilson’s ears

Glasgow Warriors rock band celebrate raising five-figure sum …

Jamie Dobie has made a big impression at Glasgow Warriors since signing for the club straight from school last summer. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Glasgow Warriors

Jamie Dobie is the ‘real deal’, says Glasgow Warriors assistant coach Kenny Murray

18 February 2020 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Jamie Dobie is the ‘real deal’, says Glasgow Warriors assistant coach Kenny Murray

18-year-old scrum-half has shown his potential off the bench in recent weeks and it seems only a matter of time before he gets a start …

Peter Horne, who has signed a two-year contract extension with Glasgow Warriors, says he is determined to play his way back into Scotland contention. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Glasgow Warriors

With club future settled, Peter Horne targets Scotland return

17 February 2020 Lewis Stuart 3

At the age of 30, midfielder says he feels in the best condition of his career and has been assured that an international recall can happen if he gets regular game time with Glasgow Warriors …

John Dalziel at training with the Glasgow Warriors squad. Image: Craig Watson
Glasgow Warriors

John Dalziel praises Zander Fagerson’s ‘freakish’ durability

11 February 2020 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on John Dalziel praises Zander Fagerson’s ‘freakish’ durability

Tight-head props have been drafted in to add some depth to Glasgow Warriors squad as they look to push on towards the play-offs …

Dave Rennie has called for EPCR to appeal the decision to fine Saracens for fielding an ineligible player, claiming a points deduction would be a more appropriate sanction. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Glasgow Warriors

Dave Rennie urges EPCR to appeal Saracens fine

10 February 2020 Lewis Stuart 2

Glasgow Warriors head coach believes English side should have had pool points deducted for fielding an ineligible player, which would mean his club going through to the Champions Cup quarter-finals instead …

Edinburgh Rugby

Edinburgh youngsters impress at pre-season, says Duncan Hodge

26 July 2019 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Edinburgh youngsters impress at pre-season, says Duncan Hodge

Rugby boys gear up to take on Eastern Knights in ‘Battle of the Capital’ cricket match at The Grange this [Friday] evening …

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Boroughmuir v Stirling County: pack power prevails over half-hearted hosts

19 January 2019 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Boroughmuir v Stirling County: pack power prevails over half-hearted hosts

Boroughmuir 28 Stirling County 46 LEWIS STUART @ Meggetland ARE modern players mentally soft? Certainly Boroughmuir coach Peter Wright feels that is part of the problem he is facing at his club.. Too many are …

Ayr v Boroughmuir
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Ayr v Boroughmuir: it is a game of inches for league leaders

12 January 2019 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Ayr v Boroughmuir: it is a game of inches for league leaders

Power of home pack ultimately secures win after tense tussle at Millbrae …

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Glasgow Hawks v Hawick: More gloom for Gillies as McNeil leads the way for visitors

8 December 2018 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Glasgow Hawks v Hawick: More gloom for Gillies as McNeil leads the way for visitors

Hawick stand-off Lee Armstrong runs the second-half show to gain vital points for his team in dire conditions …

Ayr versus Watsonians
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Tennent’s Premiership: Watsonians bring Ayr’s unbeaten record to a halt

27 October 2018 Lewis Stuart Comments Off on Tennent’s Premiership: Watsonians bring Ayr’s unbeaten record to a halt

Visitors hold on against ferocious second half fight back from the league leaders …

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