Six Nations: Finn Russell’s ‘run it’ philosophy
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanIT HAS been a swift coronation. Barely a few months ago, Finn Russell was no more than a young pretender. Now, just five caps into his international career, he is established as Scotland’s first-choice...
Six Nations: Liam Williams stirs memories of 1970s
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanWhen the great JPR Williams body-checked Jean-Francois Gourdon into touch to ensure a Welsh Grand Slam in 1976, he stood over the France wing with his fists clenched and voice roaring in triumph. The full-back,...
Ireland Wolfhounds 9-18 England Saxons
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanSam Burgess made a forgettable representative union debut as England Saxons ground out a worthy victory over the Ireland Wolfhounds in Cork.
Preocanin back to add weight to London Scottish
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanLONDON Scottish have been boosted by the return of lock Adam Preocanin for today’s trip to Goldington Road to take on Bedford Blues in the Greene King IPA Championship.
Ryan Wilson facing SRU disciplinary hearing
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanSCOTLAND international Ryan Wilson is facing a disciplinary hearing next week following his assault convictions.
Six Nations: Vern Cotter wary of Schmidt challenge
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanSCOTLAND boss Vern Cotter has admitted he is wary of protege and close friend Joe Schmidt catching him cold in the RBS 6 Nations.
Rugby union coaches look ahead to Six Nations tournament - video
1 decade ago by The GuardianCoaches from Ireland, Wales, Scotland and France rugby union teams spoke to the media on Wednesday ahead of the start of the Six Nations tournament. It begins on 6 February when England play Wales at the...
Horne shines in Scots U20s victory over Club XV
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanTHE Scotland under-20s withstood a pretty good comeback from the Club XV on the back pitches at BT Murrayfield last night to win this training match.
Six Nations: Hugh Blake buoyed by Scotland call-up
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanNEW Scotland call-up Hugh Blake has pleaded for the chance to show he is worthy of a Scotland jersey.
Scotland: Denton, Maitland to miss 6 Nations start
1 decade ago by The ScotsmanSCOTLAND have confirmed David Denton and Sean Maitland will miss the start of the RBS 6 Nations through injury.
