Scotland

Jamie Bhatti's rugby journey is an inspirational tale as World Cup comes into view

As he continues the summer training sessions in Portugal’s Algarve region this week with Scotland’s extended World Cup training squad, you could forgive Jamie Bhatti for feeling like he has ‘made it’.
3 July 2019

Scotland international Alex Dunbar joins Brive on one-year deal

Brive have confirmed the signing of Scotland international Alex Dunbar from Glasgow Warriors on a one-year deal.
1 July 2019

Scotland international Ross Ford announces retirement

Scotland international Ross Ford has announced his decision to retire from professional rugby with immediate effect.
27 June 2019

David Denton: Playing rugby doesn’t automatically mean you will be successful in life

Leicester Tigers and Scotland back-row David Denton explains why he is turning to education once again after concussion has halted his rugby career.
27 June 2019

Brown: Not many people focus on ‘the other side’ of rugby

As international players begin working together in World Cup training camps, the time that they spend together away from the pitch is very important, according to Scotland's Fraser Brown.
26 June 2019

She’s taken inspiration from Adam Peaty - now it’s Rhona’s turn to make a splash on the sevens circuit

Great British swimmer Adam Peaty is one of the best athletes of his generation - and although he may not know it, he has helped to inspire a Scotland Women’s rugby star to hit new heights in her own career.
25 June 2019

After Cokanasiga masterclass, Anderson is focused on stopping Fiji in World U20s

Cameron Anderson remembers being on the wrong end of some Joe Cokanasiga magic back in 2018, but he is determined to snuff out the danger of other Fijian born players in the U20 World Championship.
21 June 2019

Graham flourished at under-20 level and he is now keen to keep soaring in the big time

Darcy Graham starred for Scotland in two under-20s World Championship events so it is fitting that with this year’s tournament set to come to an end in Argentina on Saturday, the flying winger is continuing to make a name for himself on an even bigger stage.
20 June 2019

Oz-some experience Down Under sets Scot Eilidh up nicely for Biarritz

Back in April, Eilidh Sinclair watched on television from Australia as her Scotland Women Sevens team-mates came close to securing a World Rugby Sevens Series core spot for 2019/20.
14 June 2019

From sitting school exams one week to facing the haka the next: Rory’s remarkable rise

As Scotland prepare for their final World U20 Championship pool match against Georgia, Rory Jackson is certainly one of the stories in their side.
12 June 2019

Shark attack: Ewan embracing the World Championship with Scotland under-20s

Ewan Ashman has put in the hard yards to make a successful switch from back-row to hooker - and now the Sale Sharks man is preparing for his toughest test to date against New Zealand under-20s this weekend.
7 June 2019

Hendrikse steers South Africa U20 to 43-19 win over Scotland

Jaden Hendrikse starred for South Africa as they defeated Scotland 43-19 in their World Rugby U20 Championship face-off at Racecourse Stadium.
5 June 2019

Uncapped Glasgow duo Scott Cummings and Kyle Steyn added to Scotland's training squad

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has added uncapped Glasgow Warriors duo Scott Cummings and Kyle Steyn to the training squad ahead of the World Cup scheduled in Japan later this year.
29 May 2019

Tom can Marshall the troops and be a key man for Scotland in Argentina

Tynedale Director of Rugby Ben Woods believes backrow Tom Marshall can make his mark for Scotland in the upcoming World Rugby U20 Championship in Argentina.
29 May 2019

The Scots teams who won at Twickenham in 2016 and 2017 have given us belief - Sam Pecqueur

When Scotland Sevens won at Twickenham back-to-back in 2016 and 2017, it took the team’s expectations on the World Series circuit to a new level.
24 May 2019

Six months ago he was in the heat of Dubai - now Kyle Steyn’s focus is firmly on a trophy

There have been good performances by many players across Europe during 2018/19, but the rise of Kyle Steyn has been one of the most exciting to watch.
24 May 2019

Hogg: The Warriors have made me the person and the player that I am today

Stuart Hogg will play his last game at Scotstoun tonight and he is hoping to sign off in style against Ulster in the Pro14 semi-finals.
17 May 2019

Scottish qualified players set to head north to be part of Super6

The new semi-professional Super6 league which will kick off in Scotland in November will be bolstered by a number of Scottish qualified players who currently ply their trade in England, according to Sean Lineen.
15 May 2019

'Super Dunc' on the comeback trail and can be the “glue” in Scots backline

Saracens back Duncan Taylor has not played a competitive match since last September, but is now back training and Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend will give the player every chance to be part of his World Cup plans.
8 May 2019

'Hybrid player' Sykes can make up for lost time at the under-20s World Championship

Nineteen-year-old second-row/back-row Marshall Sykes has been out of action for seven months, but is back to full fitness and is set to be a key man for Scotland at the under-20 World Championship in Argentina next month.
8 May 2019