Ban on pheasant shooting on public land in Wales announced
Pheasant shooting is to be banned on public land in Wales from next year.
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Judy Murray delivers grand slam tennis lesson to north-east kids
Dozens of youngsters had an ace time at a tennis lesson with a difference yesterday.
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.
Duncan Shearer: Here’s to hot Highland derby
The stage is set for a thriller of a Highland derby this weekend and I cannot wait.
Firing a salute to the shooting star who excelled with Scotland’s cartridge family
When one thinks of successful Scottish sporting families, there is no shortage of contenders, whether it’s the McRaes in rallying, the McColgans in athletics or the McStays in football.
Encouraging women into sport to be focus of advisory group
An advisory group is to examine how to help girls and women stay physically active throughout their lives.
Dons receive £1m funding boost to build training and community sports facilities at new Kingsford stadium
Aberdeen FC has received a £1 million funding boost to build training and community sports facilities at the new Kingsford stadium.
Frank Bruno: I’m ducking and diving now I’m a grandparent
Boxing champion Frank Bruno has said he is “ducking and diving” and “very happy” as he marked three years free from medication.
Neil Macrae could be answer as Cricket Scotland seek someone worldly-wise to replace Grant Bradburn
Grant Bradburn’s departure as Scottish national cricket coach has prompted disappointment in some quarters, given his achievements in transforming the Associate side’s fortunes.
Caley Thistle manager John Robertson will not take Forres Mechanics lightly
Caley Thistle manager John Robertson has warned his side they cannot take Forres Mechanics lightly when they welcome the Highland League club to Caledonian Stadium for tonight’s North of Scotland Cup semi-final.
Peterhead feel referee did them no favours in bruising IRN-BRU Cup exit against Bohemians
Peterhead defender Jamie Stevenson felt referee Sam Purkiss did the Blue Toon no favours in their 1-0 IRN-BRU Cup defeat to League of Ireland side Bohemians.
Cornhill duo tugging at the heartstrings for World Championship bid
They have pulled beyond their weight in domestic competition and toasted being the best of British.
Two-goal Neil Gauld the hero of Harlaw Park amid a flurry of red cards and penalties
A brilliant Neil Gauld set-piece double helped Inverurie Locos to a 2-0 victory in a controversial encounter at Harlaw Park which saw referee Dan McFarlane award two penalty kicks and brandish three red cards.
John McGinn says Belgian defeat will drive the team on against Albania
Friday’s defeat to Belgium was the lowest John McGinn had felt in a Scotland shirt – but believes they can put it right against Albania tonight.
Ross County’s first-half rampage sees Brian Graham netting four goals against Raith Rovers
Ross County could barely have envisaged an easier passage into the third round of the IRN-BRU Cup as they tore apart Raith Rovers – with Brian Graham doing much of the damage against his former club.
Fort William winning Highland survival game
As the challenges facing Fort William have intensified in recent weeks, the determination to revive the Lochaber club’s fortunes has only increased.
Fine results give way to frustration at sport stuck in neutral
Scottish cricket can’t afford to have ideas above its station. The ICC cabal that runs the sport, principally for the benefit of the “Big Three” – England, India and Australia – has seen to that.
Ryan Jack reflects on the Old Firm controversy and national call-up
Ryan Jack has suggested Willie Collum would benefit from dropping down a division after the referee’s high-profile error in Sunday’s Old Firm derby.
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson gets Scotland captain role
Andy Robertson’s rise from part-time prospect to Scotland captain is a message of hope for players of the future.
Five injured in crush before Celtic v Rangers match
Five football fans have been treated after a crush before the first Old Firm game of the season.
Five injured in crush before Celtic v Rangers match
Five football fans have been treated after a crush before the first Old Firm game of the season.
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.
Ross County co-manager Steven Ferguson tells his players to embrace the target on their backs
Ross County co-manager Steven Ferguson says his players must deal with being viewed as a scalp by other teams in the Championship.
Caley Thistle fail to make most of having extra man
Caley Thistle were held to a draw against 10-men for the second successive home fixture after missed opportunities came back to haunt them in their 2-2 draw with Alloa Athletic.
Ross County toppled from top spot despite Cowie turning on style in first game back
Saturday’s defeat at Cappielow was an early warning to Ross County about how tough it is going to be to return to the top flight at the first time of asking.
What other Highland Games are still to come this summer?
Hordes of tartan-clad Highlanders are descending on the Lonach Highland Gathering this weekend.
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.
Most parents happy to see girls pursue football career, study finds
The majority of parents would be happy for their daughter to pursue a career in football, according to a survey which found an attitude shift towards the game.
Coastal rowing clubs from around Moray meet up for races around picturesque loch
With coastal rowing growing in popularity throughout Britain, four Moray clubs have joined forces for a day of competitive racing.
Insch racer Sam Munro is revving up to make superbike dream a reality
Reaching the pinnacle of the British Superbike championship is the dream for Insch racer Sam Munro.
Glasgow 2018 events draw in half a million people – organisers
Half a million people got involved in events linked to the inaugural European Championships in Glasgow, organisers have claimed.