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Emma Wassell in actions against England during the 2020 Six Nations. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
International

Women’s and Under-20s Six Nations postponed – men’s Championship ‘remains as scheduled’

13 January 2021 David Barnes 2

‘We are confident that in looking at a new later window, we will be in a far stronger position to deliver two fantastic tournaments’ …

Hollie Davidson will referee the European Challenge Cup clash between Newcastle Falcons and Castres match later this month. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Hollie Davidson takes another significant step up the refereeing ladder

6 January 2021 David Barnes 6

Scottish whistler will oversee European Challenge Cup clash between Newcastle Falcons and Castres on 16th January …

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International Women

Bryan Easson agrees long-term contract as Scotland Women head coach

23 December 2020 Stuart Bathgate 0

BRYAN Easson has been appointed head coach of Scotland on a full-time basis after being interim head since Philip Doyle stepped down in the summer. Formerly Doyle’s assistant coach, Easson has been given the job …

Scotland could face Canada if they reach next year's World Cup. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
International Women

Scotland will avoid England and France if they make it to 2021 World Cup

19 November 2020 David Barnes 4

Bryan Easson’s side are still awaiting details on rescheduled qualification process …

Ireland and Scotland are due to meet in the World Cup qualifying competition. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Features

Comment: next year’s Rugby World Cup needs a radical rethink now

12 November 2020 Mario Diani and Stuart Bathgate 3

Trouble-hit qualifying competition should be scrapped and finals expanded from 12 to 16 teams. …

Scotland Women have been deprived a chance to build on their morale boosting win over France. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
International Women

Scotland Women: Six Nations cut short and World Cup qualifiers postponed

10 November 2020 David Barnes 1

Travel and logistical challenges presented by ongoing Covid-19 pandemic deprive Bryan Easson’s team of chance to build on excellent draw against France …

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International

Scotland Women versus Wales called off due to Covid exposure

29 October 2020 David Barnes Comments Off on Scotland Women versus Wales called off due to Covid exposure

Four players identified as ‘close contacts’ to infected French players last weekend, while one player has tested positive to Covid-19 …

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Scotland shock France to claim draw with inspired fightback

25 October 2020 Stuart Bathgate 4

Late try by debutant Rachel Shankland secures historic draw …

Bryan Easson
International Women

Rachel Shankland set to make Scotland debut against France

23 October 2020 Stuart Bathgate Comments Off on Rachel Shankland set to make Scotland debut against France

SCOTLAND coach Bryan Easson has opted for a highly experienced selection to play France on Sunday, naming only one debutant in his starting line-up and another among the substitutes. Rachel Shankland will win her first …

The Scotland Women training squad are meeting at Oriam this weekend. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Scotland Women’s training squad for Six Nations conclusion announced

19 September 2020 David Barnes Comments Off on Scotland Women’s training squad for Six Nations conclusion announced

New head coach Bryan Easson has named six uncapped players in group which will congregate at Oriam this weekend …

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