The Captains’ Captain
Alan Dymock, somewhat bizarrely, argues that Scotland will have more than one captain on the pitch come the Calcutta Cup.
Category: Player Watch
Jackson Is Still In, But Out For Now
The Herald is reporting that Ruaridh Jackson will not be considered for selection for the opening matches of this year’s RBS Six Nations for Scotland.
What Ever Happened to Ben Cairns?
Following the injury news the other day regarding Moray Low and Ruaridh Jackson of Glasgow, Edinburgh Rugby have today confirmed that centre, Ben Cairns, will be unavailable for selection for the remainder of the 2011/12 season.
Jackson and Low Injury Update
Two Glasgow Warriors players, Ruaridh Jackson and Moray Low, sustained injuries during the first half of last Saturday’s RaboDirect PRO12 match away to Scarlets.
Captain, My Captain
Tomorrow is a big day. In fact for some it is the first step towards their childhood dream. An extended 6 Nations training squad will be named and it is entirely likely that within the vanguard there will be a few fresh faces.
Arise, Sir Chris
Well, almost. It was announced today that Chris Paterson, Scotland’s record caps holder, has been recognised for his long and continuing service to the game with an MBE in the New Year’s Day Honours List.
1872 Matchups: Round One
In which we (well, I) take a look at the various Scotland matchups that took place over the first 1872 Cup leg, to see if things are any clearer for Andy Robinson, and I suppose his new “guru” Scott Johnson. Of course this is just how I saw it, so if you think differently please let us know in the comments section.
I Was Monty’s Double
Glasgow announced earlier in the week that Sean Lamont is to join his brother Rory at the Warriors from next season, following a successful spell at Welsh region the Scarlets where he has played not only wing, but also centre and fullback. Indeed this year’s Six Nations went on to see Sean collect unexpected international honours in the centre, filling in for Graeme Morrison during the Six Nations where he proved an effective battering ram.
So Long Mossy
Just as Jonny Wilkinson has announced he will no longer be playing international rugby, so does the other most consistent kicker of a generation. Chris Paterson is saying goodbye to the Thistle.
A Fond Farewell To An Auld Enemy
Yesterday evening we saw an outpouring. People were competing almost to be the one that said the most heartfelt thing about a retiring star. Jonny Wilkinson has retired from international rugby and we all seem to be back in love with him.
The word eulogy has crept into sports analysis of late.
