The club is a member of both the Rugby Football Union and the Scottish Rugby Union. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Category:London_Scottish_F.C._players&oldid=952852687, Template Category TOC via CatAutoTOC on category with 201300 pages, CatAutoTOC generates standard Category TOC, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 24 April 2020, at 11:40. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. As all nations had lost rugby players during the war, unions agreed that the matches be classified as unofficial internationals and that no caps be awarded. They have won the Melrose Sevens three times, in 1962, 1965 and 2019. But after playing on for a few years in the amateur game with Watsonians, Reid returned his focus to his former job as a policeman and is now a Chief Inspector in the Scottish Borders. Scotland B national rugby union team - Wikipedia London Scottish Make Three Changes for Relegation Decider, London Scottish Name Strong Side to Face Richmond. Affectionally known as Salad and standing at 6ft 2in, Nick scored 17 times during the 2019/20 campaign for the Oxfordshire based side and ended the season as the competitions joint top try scorer. In 2018, he ran up the 427-metre high Dumgoyne Hill 24 times to match the climbing of Mount Everest again to help out the My Name5 Doddie Weir Foundation. National World Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved. We now ask past members, parents and friends to help establish The Bedell-Sivright Scholarship Fund to create a thriving rugby club and support the best rugby players, helping them to train and play to their full potential whilst studying to gain a world class degree at Scotlands premier sporting University. Established in 1857, Edinburgh University Rugby FC was one of the founding members of the Scottish Rugby Union and remains one of Scotlands leading rugby union sides. London Scottish made the John Player Cup Final in 1974, where they lost 266 against defending champions Coventry. [20] John Allan David Bedell-Sivright John Bell William Berkley Alastair Biggar Mike Biggar Norman Bruce Paul Burnell, their most-capped player, who played 52 matches for Scotland (3 World Cups - 1991, 1995, 1999) George Campbell 26 Apr 2023 10:24:38 Ultimate Rugby. The club regularly featured at the Middlesex Sevens tournament, winning the trophy in 1937, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1965 and 1991. For example, between 2000 and 2019, most London Irish fixtures were played at the Madejski Stadium in Reading. He went on to represent the Universitys BUCS Super Rugby team throughout his time studying before being awarded a first team contract in 2019. Top Stories. Merthyr were named The Principality Premiership Champions two seasons in a row (2017/18-2018/19). This is a category for London Scottish F.C. [8] However it was later confirmed they would remain at the Athletic Ground for their return to the Championship in the 202122 season.[9]. Born in Essex, the 25 yr old prop was brought up in Hertfordshire and is looking forward to being closer to familiar territory by playing at Scottish. There might appear to be more than a little similarity between the teams and some players of then and now, not least Borders back rows with leading roles to play, that might lend some inspiration to Kelly Browns side as they attempt to repeat that one prized victory 66 years on. Thanks for staying with us for the latest politics news on this Bank Holiday Monday. The Fund will also help support current club players in times of hardship and promote community engagement. London Scottish F.C. - Wikipedia Won 5 Scotland caps. Joe Rees, like Selway, also joined from Chinnor last summer. During his time on the island he became one of their longest serving and popular players, notching up an impressive 126 appearances over six seasons (2013/14-2018/19). The man they called the Junkyard Dog, and hailed by many as Scotlands greatest ever player is No.9 Gary Armstrong. Christie in for Scotland as Townsend puts focus on England at Six There are currently four past and present Scotland players that feature in the International Rugby Hall of Fame and a total of eight in the World Rugby Hall of Fame. EURFC has produced 72 young international players who have represented their national sides whilst still students playing for the Club. Will started playing rugby at Witney RFU and Cokethorpe School before progressing through the English Counties Pathway. The London Scottish squad as announced for the 202223 season was:[19]. [7], Scottish were to leave the Athletic Ground after 127 years, with the first team temporarily relocating to Esher's rugby ground in Hersham and the rest of the club also seeking relocation. Following his rugby career, Metcalfe returned to his native New Zealand to become a firefighter, while he put his boots back on in November 2020 to appear in a charity match for Waikato Classics. Blair Swannell and Tom Richards played for the Lions and an international side other than the four home unions. Scotland have included 17 uncapped players in a 37-man squad for Test matches against England A, Romania and Georgia this summer. Thank you for all your hard work Come down and support them this Friday in their final game at The Bay vs London Scottish! London Scottish. Nathan Catt Best prank caller Ive ever worked with and a very good friend. Eligible players in these tours are included in this list. Due to your consent preferences, you're not able to view this. Players leaving We would like to make a special mention to the following boys who will be moving on this year. The most interesting character Ive met and a shame to see him hang up his boots this season. Townsend made history in 1999 by scoring a try against every opponent in that years Championship. [a], Ceremonial caps were presented for the first time in April 2018 to all players who had featured for the Lions up to that point. The Scottish again finished mid-table in the Championship in the 201314 season. He glides around players like they are not there and hits hard for a scrawny bloke! The report began: In a memorable resumption of international rugby at Murrayfield on Saturday, Scotlands new and untried Test team exceeded the most optimistic expectation by defeating the New Zealand Army tourists for the first time on their tour by a goal and two tries (11) to a penalty goal and a try (6). He is now the Rugby Development Manager at Ulster. Midway through the 19981999 season, Tiarks became disillusioned and discussed selling Scottish's place in the Premiership to second-division Bristol. 3. Besides, he linked up cleverly with his backs to prove that the tourists had not a monopoly of forwards who could run like three-quarters.. EURFC knows the importance of its supporters as ambassadors for the University. London Scottish have produced more than 220 Scottish international players, more than any other club.[20]. Caldy got into our 22 4 times and came away for scores on each occasion. The most recent Five Nations win was back in 1999.The Scotland Rugby team have seen greater success in the Rugby World Cup. Logan has remained focused on family life and charity work since his retirement particularly focused on raising awareness for dyslexia and received the all clear in February 2023 having been diagnosed with prostate cancer a year earlier. Jake Ellwood made the move to the Athletic Ground last summer, having previous played for fellow Championship rivals Ealing Trailfinders. Nottingham Rugby on Twitter: "Players leaving We would like to make a The 38-year-old's return has been etched into Force folklore with Thrush scoring the winning try in a 34-27 win over the Melbourne Rebels. He was a self-confessed late bloomer and only started to show his talent as he reached his mid to late teens. [2], They had a sizable fixture list and played some of the leading clubs of the time immediately, such as Ravenscourt Park Football Club and Queen's House Football Club (the latter being the only London team to have never lost to London Scottish). The following former London Scottish players have represented England at full international level. The Scotsman match report at the time carried the headline: Scotlands memorable rugby victory. Mark Bright The London Scottish captain scored 25 tries in one season. Roy Winters A Bristol legend. 1 . Danny Grewcock Real privilege to play alongside someone who I idolised as a kid. Uncategorised | 27 Apr 23. Club News | 26 Apr 23. We believe that Edinburgh offers the best training ground for future stars of rugby and we want to encourage excellence both on and off the pitch. Put on some serious weight since retiring and looks more like his father Brendan every day! In 200910, the club finished second in their first season in RFU National 1 Division. The very first Scotland national rugby union team can be traced back to the 1870s, despite the sport first appearing in the country back in the 1850s. Neil Best Not the most natural footballer but with sheer hardwork carved out a very successful career. At the time of being selected for the Lions, Richards was playing rugby for Bristol RFC in England. In the 199899 season, Scottish made their only appearance in the English Premiership. 6. Unlike the majority of international sides, who will only recognise people that have participated in test matches against international opposition, the Lions consider an appearance for the team against any opposition sufficient to be recognised as a Lions player. Due to the success of the London Irish Rugby team over the past couple of decades, several notable international players have played for the London Irish. Sitemap| 7:45PM KO. 1. Curtis has a lot of game time under his belt from the Scottish and Welsh game and is comfortable eitherside of the scrum whilst Maurice has been a stand out in National One for Rosslyn Park prior to his knee injury. Jake arrived at Vallis Way before the 2018/19 season, having made a big impression on the BUCS League whilst studying BSc IT with Business and MSc Digital Marketing at Northumbria University. Poshest bloke Ive ever played rugby with. Following a highly-competitive Round of 16 weekend, EPCR is pleased to announce the dates, venues, kick-off times and TV coverage Dragons RFC can confirm that British & Irish Lion and Wales international back row Ross Moriarty is to leave the club with immediate Leinster Rugby can this afternoon confirm that current South Africa Head Coach, Jacques Nienaber, will join the club after the Rugby Get a personalised rugby experience tailored just for you. London Scottish . Match Report - Caldy 26 - London Scottish 19 - Caldy RFC The 50 Greatest Scottish Rugby Players Part I: 50-41 Rugby union Sport By Kevin Ferrie Share 0 Comments Gordon Bulloch comes in at No.43 in our list Last week 31 players were given the chance. A great of the game with both Wasps and Scotland, Logan married the TV presenter Gabby Logan (nee Yorath). History; Obituaries; Patrons; Management; 200 Club; Shop; Contact. Further complimenting the Borderer who would become one of Scotlands greatest back rows, he wrote: Time and again he was at the head of hectic Scottish forays. Per (Thomas;Thomas 2013, p443-446) matches against the New Zealand, Australia and South Africa national teams since 1891 have been considered test matches. Shirt Sponsor: Been voted in the Championship Dream XV for the last four seasons. In 2017, Curtis made the move to the Welsh Premiership, where he has been for the past three years, playing firstly for RGC North Wales for two seasons and then Pontypridd. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities with the Edinburgh University Rugby Club please email our Club Secretary, Ben Snaithat eurfcsecretary(at)ed.ac.uk, 2023 500 talking about this. They came close to reaching the final of the Heineken Cup (now known as the European Rugby Champions Cup) in the 2007-08 season and they reached the final of the English Premiership in 2009.Since rugby union became professional, the London Irish Rugby team has played in the Premiership for every season except for two. 8. if you would like to make a contribution to The Bedell-Sivright Bursary Fund or would like further information, please contact: Assistant Mike Blair takes interim charge with head coach Gregor . . List of British & Irish Lions players. 11. He was picked for the representative tour of Romania whilst studying at University College London and played two games against the Oaks. NEWS - London Scottish Rugby London Irish Rugby Team | London Irish News, Players & Stats | RugbyPass Dream Team: Mark Lilley - London Scottish and former Bath and Bristol London Scottish have produced more than 220 Scottish international players, more than any other club. Leaders Saracens finished the regular season by ending London Irishs hopes of a play-off spot with a commanding 45-21 victory. Showing a magnificent spirit right from the beginning, Scotland well deserved their success. He is also a Newcastle United season ticket holder. Former Scotland captain and scrum-half Greig Laidlaw has announced his retirement from rugby. In early 1878, three Scottish members of a team called St. Andrew's Rovers FC decided to break away to form their own club for Scots. London Scottish Name Strong Side to Face Richmond. On a dramatic final weekend, Gregor Townsend joined the illustrious and short list of people to score a try against every other opponent in the same Championship. A centre from Lower Hutt who went on to do great things for both Otago and the Highlanders, Leslie moved to Scotland and became an immediate hit in midfield alongside Tait. Budge Pountney announced his shock retirement from Scotland at the age of just 29. 17:16 Apr 2 2061. 100% of donations to The Bedell-Sivright Scholarship Fund will go to the Club and directly support our current and future stars of the pitch. Tom is a converted prop and is really working hard in training to better himself whilst Ive kept tabs on Will for quite some time now and he was a standout in the BUCS for Leeds Beckett. Players - London Scottish Rugby PRO RUGBY Fixtures & Results Tables Players Staff Cameron Anderson Full Back Nyetimber Bryn Bradley Centre Nathan Chamberlain Fly Half Sponsorship available, please contact nick.grecian@londonscottish.com Ben Charnock Back Row Jerry's Atricks Elliot Chilvers Prop Dalling Solicitors Cassius Cleaves Wing