Aberdeen Grammar captain Sam Knudson calls on Rubislaw side to finish strong
Aberdeen Grammar captain Sam Knudson wants his side to start closing out games to avoid a repeat of recent narrow defeats.
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Gordonians head coach Ryan Morrice masterminding Countesswells’ club’s National 3 rise
If genius is an infinite capacity for taking pains, Ryan Morrice should probably consider booking an appointment on Mastermind.
Aberdeen Grammar’s Murray Mitchell targets European Championship glory after Scotland rugby league call-up
Murray Mitchell is targeting glory for Scotland in the Rugby League European Championships after securing his maiden national call-up.
Eradicating mistakes in defence key to success for Aberdeen Grammar
They may be the most entertaining team in National 1 to watch at present, but Aberdeen Grammar head coach Ali O’Connor is hoping his side can show their ruthless side this weekend after successive narrow defeats.
Highland’s Rob Eatough aims to continue blistering start to life in Inverness after back-to-back hat-tricks
Highland outside centre Rob Eatough is determined to maintain his outstanding start with the Inverness side in tomorrow’s trip to National 2 leaders Biggar.
Ciaran Wood hopes to see old club Highland join Aberdeen Grammar in National 1 next season
Aberdeen Grammar’s Ciaran Wood admitted he would love to see his former club Highland in the same division as them next season.
Sibling revelry in full effect at Aberdeen Grammar as Robertson brothers look for another Borders triumph
The Robertson clan was in full effect last weekend as brothers Aaron, Jordan and Cameron all played in Aberdeen Grammar’s 46-33 win at Kelso.
Grammar triumph in Border battle
Aberdeen Grammar successfully completed leg one of their bid to land a Borders double, easing past Kelso 46-33 in a high-scoring game at Poynder Park.
Ambitious Inverness rugby side Highland set target of reaching National 1 within two years
Ambitious Highland have set the target of being a National 1 side within two years.
Sean Mills shrugs off injury confusion to make most of Aberdeen Grammar return
Sean Mills could have been on the sidelines for more than a month with a suspected broken wrist – until Aberdeen Grammar’s team doctor intervened.
Former Scotland rugby captain Chris Cusiter remains a proud Aberdonian – even from the other side of the pond
Chris Cusiter remains a proud Aberdonian, even from the other side of the pond.
Chris Jollands returns to Aberdeen Grammar refreshed after nine months out with serious neck injury
A nine-month lay-off with a serious neck injury has given Aberdeen Grammar’s Chris Jollands renewed vigour for rugby.
Highland head coach Dave Carson puts emphasis on picking up points away from Canal Park
Highland head coach Davie Carson believes away form will be just as important as his side’s record at Canal Park in National 2 this term.
Tom Aplin prepares for Rubislaw return as Aberdeen Grammar favourite ends 11-month injury pain
A frustrating 11 months away from Rubislaw comes to an end for Tom Aplin tomorrow as he makes his return from injury on home soil.
North-east rugby coach Kevin Wyness sees performance team as key to stop talent drain from Aberdeen
One of the north-east’s most experienced rugby coaches has spoken of the need for a new “performance team” in the region to stop an exodus of talent.
Carson disappointed by Accies’ cup withdrawal
Highland will automatically progress to the second round of the National League Cup after today's opponents Glasgow Accies withdrew due to being unable to raise a team.
Highland through to second round of National League Cup after Glasgow Accies withdraw
Highland's National League Cup match against Glasgow Accies at New Anniesland on Saturday has been cancelled after their opponents were unable to raise a team.
Orkney hoping to benefit from youth injection
Orkney centre Graham Poke hopes the islanders can benefit from the injection of several youngsters into the first team this season.
Highland and Caithness relishing step up to next level
Highland head coach Davie Carson says his newly-promoted squad is ready to embrace the challenge that awaits them in National 2 this season.
Renewed team spirit has Aberdeen Grammar in best position to push for the top of Scottish rugby
An improved team ethos has Aberdeen Grammar in its best position in years to compete at the top end of Scottish rugby.
Leaders ready to step up as Aberdeen Grammar look to replace club favourites
Aberdeen Grammar club captain Doug Russell is confident they have the leaders ready to step up and replace club favourites Grant Walker and Alex Ratcliffe.
Aberdeen Grammar have a ‘super six’ agenda of their own
Maintaining Aberdeen Grammar’s place as the top amateur side in the north of Scotland is a huge incentive for new team captain Sam Knudson.
Aberdeen Wanderers are raring to go as new season beckons
There’s a positive mood among the players and officials at Aberdeen Wanderers as they prepare to launch their new campaign.
Finlay Calder excited by Scots’ World Cup prospects
Finlay Calder has backed Scotland to reach the semi-finals of the 2019 Rugby World Cup and expressed his excitement at the side’s progress under national coach Gregor Townsend.
Konkel excited by Harlequins move
Inverness-born back-row forward Jade Konkel is relishing her move to English top-flight side Harlequins ladies.
Morrice wants to put more union into 15-man rugby
It’s a summer’s night at Countesswells in Aberdeen but there is no thought of holidays or half-hearted training among the Gordonians players as they gear up for the new rugby union season.
Rugby legend Doddie Weir battling MND with marathon fundraising drive
A Scottish rugby legend with motor neurone disease has just tackled a marathon drive to raise funds for medical research.
Scots keep in touch rugby control ahead of European Championships
It is one of the fastest-growing pursuits in international sport.
Aberdeen Grammar FP Club to become care home after £2.25 million sale
The controversial sale of the Aberdeen Grammar FP Club in Rubislaw has been agreed with a care home operator, for a price in the region of £2.25 million.
Rugby team expects brew-haha over festival plans
North-east rugby fans are being asked if they have the bottle to help set up the sport’s only youth programme in the north of Aberdeen.
Disappointment for Bryan Redpath’s young side as Scots fall short against Georgia
Scotland finished the 2018 World Rugby under-20 championship in 10th place after a 39-31 defeat against Georgia at Béziers’ Stade de la Mediterranee.
Tributes paid to former Scotland rugby international Nairn MacEwan
Former Scotland international Nairn MacEwan, one of the most talented rugby players to come from the Highlands, has died at the age of 76.