Gregor Townsend reveals new Warriors deal talks
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanGregor Townsend has revealed that talks are ongoing with his SRU employers about the prospect of extending his tenure as head coach of Glasgow Warriors beyond the end of his current contract –...
9 reasons rugby is a better sport than football
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanOn the day David Beckham revealed he now prefers rugby over the sport where he made his career, our own David Gunn conjures nine reasons for agreeing with the former England captain
Scotland announce 2016 tour to Japan
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumScotland announce 2016 tour to Japan
Lacklustre champions struggle at Goldenacre
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanGlasgow Hawks came to a storm-lashed Edinburgh and flew away with four points that keep their hopes of sneaking into the fourth play-off place very much alive.
Scarlets back on top of Pro12 after grinding win
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanAs Glasgow were forced into an unwanted weekend off when Saturday’s sell-out home match against Leinster fell victim to the atrocious weather, this week’s European Champions Cup rivals Scarlets...
England’s Henry Slade set to miss Six Nations
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanLess than two months out from the Calcutta Cup clash on the opening weekend of the 2016 RBS Six Nations Championship, England have suffered an injury blow as highly rated Exeter centre Henry Slade underwent...
DTH van der Merwe ready to face Glasgow Warriors
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanDespite their league heroics last season Glasgow still resemble the Rock of Gibraltar, a European monkey squatting defiantly on their backs. If they are to mix it with the big boys Glasgow need to make...
Edinburgh must be wary of young London Irish
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanWHEN Edinburgh Rugby last made a bid for European glory back in 2011-12, that campaign was kick started with a win in Reading and Alan Solomons’ side faces London Irish again next week as they attempt...
3 things on Alan Solomons’ Edinburgh to-do-list
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanThe coach has made improvements to Edinburgh in his time in charge, but the job is not yet complete
Glasgow ready to battle elements in Leinster clash
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanGlasgow coach Gregor Townsend is braced for the weather to play a key role in today’s crunch clash with Leinster but is excited about facing a side he always relishes watching his team test themselves...
