Scotland

Finn Russell returns for Scotland for Georgia clash

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has recalled Finn Russell for the upcoming clash against Georgia to be played at Murrayfield Stadium on Friday.
22 October 2020

“He deserves everything that comes his way”: Dulwich College proud of Oli Kebble ahead of Scotland debut

South Africa-born Oli Kebble will make his Scotland debut in Friday's meeting with Georgia at Murrayfield and part of his journey to the international stage came at Dulwich College in London.
21 October 2020

Focus on “family, enjoyment and the game” has Blair back to his best

After being named in Gregor Townsend's plans last week, Blair Cowan is determined to relish his Scotland recall after a tough period in his career.
19 October 2020

Finn Russell: Everyone is driven to try and win the Champions Cup

Ahead of the Champions Cup Final, TRU heard from Scotland and Racing 92 fly-half Finn Russell as he prepares to take on Exeter Chiefs on Saturday afternoon.
16 October 2020

Lee Anne Steel: “Grassroots rugby is the lifeblood of the sport”

It has been a tough few months for rugby clubs in Scotland, but it was great to hear that Livingston RFC president Lee Anne Steel had been awarded a British Empire Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
15 October 2020

The old and the new: Cowan and van der Merwe urged to grab their opportunities

Finn Russell's return to the Scotland set-up may have caught the attention, but TRU's Gary Heatly has singled out two other members of Gregor Townsend's squad who can seize their chance this autumn.
13 October 2020

Finn Russell included in Scotland squad for Autumn internationals

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has recalled fly-half Finn Russell for the final round of the Six Nations and the Autumn Nations Cup.
13 October 2020

Parc y Scarlets to host Wales' games against Scotland and Georgia

Welsh Rugby Union has confirmed that Parc y Scarlets in Llanelli will host the Wales' rescheduled Six Nations game against Scotland on 31st October.
24 September 2020

Branded bootlaces to highlight Rugby Against Racism campaign in Scotland

Over the last few months, we have seen members of the rugby community throughout the world taking a stand against racism - and now Scottish club player Callum Bell is keen to keep the conversation going.
16 September 2020

Scotland players agree to reduction to salary

Scottish Rugby players have agreed for a reduction in salary package following the financial hit created by the pandemic coronavirus.
1 September 2020

Purewal aiming high as young Scot prepares for English Championship with Richmond

Lockdown and the subsequent phases have been tough for many young rugby players, but Aaron Purewal turned the ‘downtime’ into a positive.
27 August 2020

Back-row talent Muncaster back in Scotland and learning from the best

Those who watched Edinburgh Rugby defeat Glasgow Warriors at BT Murrayfield on Saturday will have noted that their back-row is very strong and young Ben Muncaster hoping to feature in Richard Cockerill's plans soon.
26 August 2020

Daughter has been “silver lining” for Dean - now he wants PRO14 silverware

When Edinburgh Rugby’s Chris Dean picked up an injury against the Ospreys in a pre-season friendly last September, none of us could have imagined that the 2019/20 rugby campaign would still be ongoing, but the Pro14 returns this weekend.
21 August 2020

James the Jackal ready to live US dream

James Malcolm believes the experiences he has gone through with Glasgow Warriors, Doncaster Knights and London Scottish in recent years will help him as he steps out of his comfort zone to move to Dallas in a few months’ time.
19 August 2020

Darcy Graham straining at the leash to get back to scoring tries

Darcy Graham bagged four tries on his last outing back in January - and now the Edinburgh Rugby winger has recovered from injury and is determined to get straight back to scoring ways.
17 August 2020

Former Scotland skipper John Barclay announces retirement from professional rugby

Former Scotland skipper John Barclay has announced his retirement from professional rugby ending a stellar 16-year career.
16 August 2020

Ryan Grant: Scottish forwards certainly have what it takes to push for Lions spots

Former British and Irish Lion Ryan Grant believes a number of Scotland’s current pack have it in them to force their way into head coach Warren Gatland’s plans for South Africa 2021.
12 August 2020

Scotland Women's head coach Philip Doyle steps down

Scotland Women's head coach Philip Doyle has announced his decision to step down from the role as he was unable to join the team following the Covid-19 shielding rules.
11 August 2020

McMillan lays down the 'law' as she targets more caps for Scotland

Since midway through 2016, Louise McMillan has earned 22 full caps for Scotland, helped the national sevens team put in some great performances and lifted numerous trophies at club level with Hillhead/Jordanhill.
5 August 2020

Fixtures for postponed Six Nations matches confirmed

The fixtures for the postponed games of the 2020 Six Nations tournament has been unveiled with the matches set to take place at end of October.
5 August 2020