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Clubland

Melrose Sevens partnership natural fit for GoFibre

22 November 2023 The Offside Line Team 0

“What we are doing is important because some of the big players aren’t going to those more rural places we are going to.”
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The Lionesses lifted the Mike Bleasdale Cup last year. Image: Rob Gray Photography
Clubland

The Lionesses will return to Melrose to defend their title

17 November 2023 David Barnes 1

“Their performance last year was nothing short of spectacular and we look forward to witnessing their skill, determination and sportsmanship once again.” …

Monaco Impi's were Melrose Sevens champions in 2023. Image: Rob Gray
Clubland

Monaco Impis to defend Melrose Sevens title in 2024

14 November 2023 David Barnes 11

“We know that we will be the team to beat, and that the trophy will be even harder to win now. But rest assured of one thing: we will defend our title with honour and determination.” …

Collins Injera, Lisa Thomson and Eric Paxton were inducted into the Melrose 7s Hall of Fame at last year's celebratory dinner. Image: Rob Gray Photograpghy
Clubland

Jackson Distillers renews support for Melrose Sevens Hall of Fame Dinner

19 October 2023 David Barnes 2

Friday will focus on grassroots youth rugby, followed by the world-renowned 1883 Centenary Cup and Mike Bleasdale Cup tournaments on Saturday …

Monica Impi’s won the 1883 Centenary Cup at The Greenyards in April. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Melrose 7s confirm dates early to avoid another Super Series clash

22 June 2023 David Barnes 11

The 2024 tournament will be played on the traditional second weekend in April …

Monaco Impi’s won the Melrose Sevens 1883 Centenary Cup. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Melrose Sevens: Monaco Impi’s stun the Greenyards

9 April 2023 Lewis Stuart 25

Lionesses triumph over Hearts and Balls to claim the women’s trophy …

Melrose Sevens is one of Scottish rugby's great days out. Image courtesy: Melrose Sevens
Clubland

Melrose Sevens preview: where happiness is egg shaped

7 April 2023 Bruce Aitchison 11

Bruce Aitchison recalls his life long love affair with the tournament and has made a special pilgrimage to the Greenyards this year …

Borders Rugby TV and Radio will provide wall-to-wall coverage of this year's Melrose Sevens. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
Clubland

Borders Rugby TV and Radio to provide wall to wall coverage from Melrose Sevens

6 April 2023 David Barnes 6

45-minute documentary featuring vintage footage from previous tournaments has been released …

Kelso's great run at Melrose Sevens began in 1978 when Eric Paxton, pictured front-row centre, was captain.
Clubland

Hall of Fame inductee Eric Paxton recalls great days at Melrose Sevens

5 April 2023 Gary Heatly 6

He was a key figure as Kelso reached 10 finals and won the Ladies Cup seven times between 1978 and 1989 …

The 'Flock to the Show' art installation will add extra colour to this Saturday's Melrose Sevens festival.
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‘Flock to the Show’ art installation will add extra colour to Melrose Sevens weekend

4 April 2023 David Barnes 6

Six extra trains to run from Tweedbank to Waverley after Saturday’s final …

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