Emotional May reflects on retirement after London Welsh loss
1 decade ago by SaracensLondon Welsh captain Tom May admits he was emotional after bringing his career to an end in the Aviva Premiership Rugby clash with Saracens on Saturday.
Only Way Is Up, says Chiefs winger Jess
1 decade ago by Exeter RugbyIn the end the play-off dream fell just short, but already Exeter Chiefs winger Matt Jess is setting his sights high for next season in the Aviva Premiership.
Woodward 'on France job shortlist'
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsSir Clive Woodward is in contention to replace Philippe Saint-Andre as head coach of France, according to reports in the French press. L'Equipe claims Woodward, who oversaw England's...
Baxter hails 'fantastic achievement'
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsExeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has said it was a "fantastic achievement" for his side to finish so close to the Premiership's top four. The Devon club missed out on a play-off place on points...
Harlequins agree to sign Roberts
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsHarlequins have agreed a deal to sign Wales centre Jamie Roberts from French Top 14 side Racing Metro. The 28-year-old, who has 69 caps for his country and represented the British & Irish Lions,...
British and Irish Lion Jamie Roberts joins Harlequins
1 decade ago by HarlequinsHarlequins is delighted to confirm today (Monday 18th May) that British and Irish Lion Series winner and two time Six Nations Grand Slam Champion, Jamie Roberts, will join Harlequins from next season.
RUGBY UNION: London Welsh sign off with another heavy defeat to pass 1,000-point mark
1 decade ago by London Welsh newsHEAD coach Rowland Phillips believes London Welsh’s nightmare campaign will make some of the players stronger individuals.
Gatland could help Blues - Davies
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsCardiff Blues should "take advantage" of Warren Gatland's experience in appointing a new coach, says Welsh Rugby Union chairman Gareth Davies. Mark Hammett left the role of director of...
London Welsh 17, Saracens 68
1 decade ago by London Welsh newsLONDON Welsh’s Aviva Premiership annus horribilis was brought to a close with a heavy 68-17 home defeat to Saracens at Oxford’s Kassam Stadium on Saturday.
Rhys Webb Pro12 player of the year
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsOspreys and Wales half-back Rhys Webb has been voted Pro12 player of the season. The 26-year-old scrum-half has scored 12 tries in the tournament this season, and topped a poll of club captains. ...
