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Sean Lineen has been appointed Director of Rugby Development at Heriot's. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Heriot's Rugby

Sean Lineen appointed ‘Head of Rugby Development’ at Heriot’s

23 March 2022 David Barnes 5

He will support the existing coaching structure at the club across the four men’s and one women’s teams …

Iain Leslie was a Myreside stalwart over several decades.
Clubland

Tribute: Iain Leslie: an archetypal club man for Watsonians with friends across the Scottish game

16 March 2022 Jack Davidson 6

A totally committed enthusiast who initially played for the club with distinction as a redoubtable prop forward …

Bill Noble played 18 seasons for Boroughmuir 1st XV
Boroughmuir Bears

Obituary: Bill Noble: former Boroughmuir stalwart who played 18 seasons in club’s 1st XV

17 February 2022 Jack Davidson 1

He was also a fine shot putter, musician and after-dinner speaker …

Hamish More played cricket for Scotland and was a talented rugby player for Heriot's and Edinburgh.
Features

Obituary: Hamish More: international cricketer, talented rugby player and larger-than-life character

26 January 2022 Jack Davidson 7

A colourful and controversial character who played cricket internationally for Scotland and rugby for Heriot’s and Edinburgh …

Glasgow Hawks versus Jed-Forest. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Updated: Clubs given option to postpone this weekend’s matches

4 January 2022 David Barnes 1

They can still train and play as long as they ensure any activity is in line with current Return to Rugby measures and Scottish Government guidance …

Alex Toolis is the new academy manager at Boroughmuir.
Boroughmuir Rugby Club

Boroughmuir Academy appoint Alex Toolis as new Academy and Performance Manager

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Former Edinburgh, London Irish, Melbourne Rebels and London Scottish second-row starts at Meggetland on 5th January …

Gary Callander was a leader of men and one of Scotland's most astute rugby players during the 1980s. Image courtesy: Kelso RFC
Features

Obituary: Gary Callander: captained Scotland in five of his six cap matches

17 December 2021 Jack Davidson 1

Hooker was the key man in golden era for Kelso during the 1980s …

Gary Callander has died, aged 62.
Clubland

Gary Callander has died, aged 62, after battle with cancer

5 December 2021 David Barnes 3

Former hooker captained Scotland during five of his six international appearances and was heartbeat of the great Kelso side of the 1980s …

Fraser Lyle led London Scottish to glory the last time the Melrose Sevens was played back in 2019. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Melrose Sevens to return with four day event at start of April.

24 November 2021 David Barnes 1

News comes just a few days after plans for the ‘Maroon’[email protected]’ sports and music festival were announced by Gala RFC …

Watsonians have moved to the summit of the Premiership table after their away win against Hillhead Jordanhill. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Premiership: Watsonians go top after away victory over Hillhead Jordanhill

21 November 2021 David Barnes 1

Alice King hat-trick sets visitors on way to victory …

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Glasgow Hawks will play their first competitive match versus Gala since 2016-17 in the round one of next season's Scottish Cup. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Scottish Cup draw throws up some mouthwatering first round fixtures

26 July 2022 3

Tournament returns for the first time since the Covid lockdown …

Tom Varndell (far left) and Luke McAllister (second from right) after a recent coaching clinic in Italy.
Boroughmuir Bears

Boroughmuir coaching clinic offers opportunity to train with legends

30 May 2022 2

Former All Black Luke McAlister and former England winger Tom Varndell, the English Premiership’s second-top try-scorer of all-time, will be at Meggetland on Wednesday and Thursday …

Promotion to Premiership was on the line as Gala hosted Heriot's at Netherdale. Image Rob Gray
Clubland

Heriot’s withstand late Gala surge to take driving seat in National One title race

16 April 2022 2

Goldenacre men on the precipice of becoming the first Super6 organisation to have their Club XV playing in the Premiership …

Gala defeated Biggar last time out - next up is a massive match with Heriot's Blues on Saturday. Image: Alwyn Johnston
Gala Rugby

Promotion to Premiership on the line as Gala host Heriot’s in National One title decider

15 April 2022 8

Two points separate the side going into penultimate match of league season …

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