National 3 title-challengers Gordonians use back-to-back postponements to recharge batteries
Gordonians will use a second straight postponement as opportunity to rest their title-challenging squad.
Rugby
Oscar Baird returns from international duty in Malaysia to bolster Highland ranks
Oscar Baird will return to Highland’s second row for tomorrow’s National 3 match against Preston Lodge fresh from representing Scotland in the Cobra 10s tournament in Malaysia last weekend.
In battle of the hemispheres no one should assume anything about World Cup prospects
It’s the tournament that has traditionally highlighted the domination of the Southern Hemisphere countries over their rivals in Europe.
Daniel Osugo braced for National 3 to up their game against unbeaten Gordonians ahead of Orkney test
Gordonians remain the only unbeaten team in National League Division 3 but winger Daniel Osugo does not believe the rest of the league is raising their game for the title contenders – yet.
Highland want to hold on to National 2 second spot as season reaches half-way mark
Highland head coach Davie Carson aims to mark the halfway stage of the National 2 campaign by remaining second with a victory at Howe of Fife tomorrow.
No excuses for Aberdeen Grammar players if they fall to Dundee defeat
Aberdeen Grammar head coach Ali O’Connor said his players will have no excuses if they do not improve on their “horrific” result against Cartha Queen’s Park.
It’s time for Townsend and Scotland to learn how to win ugly
Gregor Townsend has never been interested in playing the percentages.
Wales 21 Scotland 10: Big Doddie Weir lights up a frustrating afternoon for the Scots
Scottish rugby has made definite strides forward in recent years.
Caithness coach Tom McGee demands response against West of Scotland
Caithness face a stiff examination when they entertain third placed West of Scotland in Tennent’s National League Division 3.
Aberdeen Grammar leap to the defence to end losing run
Re-organising their defence has helped Aberdeen Grammar stop the rot in National 1.
Graeme Crawford looks for Gordonians to keep up away day success ahead of Ardrossan trip
Gordonians back Graeme Crawford is looking for his his side to continue being road warriors as they face the 360-mile round trip to Ardrossan tomorrow.
Scotland release squad for Doddie Weir Cup
Scotland have released their squad ahead of this Saturday's clash against Wales at Cardiff in the Doddie Weir Cup.
Gordonians postpone promotion talk ahead of National 3 Caithness clash
Gordonians head coach Ryan Morrice will postpone any promotion talk until 2019 as the unbeaten league-leaders look to push clear at the top of National 3.
Matthias Schosser misses Aberdeen Grammar game to anchor Germany’s World Cup bid
Matthias Schosser will miss Aberdeen Grammar’s trip to Hamilton tomorrow – as he is trying to secure Germany’s first World Cup place.
Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh’s European showings highlight renaissance in Scottish rugby
There was never any shortage of confidence or class when Gavin Hastings was in his prime for Scotland.
Grammar in need of change in fortunes after fourth defeat in a row
Aberdeen Grammar crashed to a fourth consecutive defeat on National League 1 duty at home to Border side Gala.
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.
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.