The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Podcast hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson welcome two exciting guests to the pod. First, an in-depth chat with new Scottish Rugby Performance Director, David Nucifora. David talks through his impressions of the role so far, what he hopes to acheive in his position and the challenges and opportunities ahead for rugby in Scotland.
Then, the pair are joined by Edinburgh Rugby Women’s team Head Coach for the upcoming Celtic Challenge, Claire Cruikshank. Claire steered Edinburgh to an impressive second placed finish in the team’s inaugural season, and will now take on the role in a full-time basis as part of the Scottish Rugby Female Performance Pipeline, funded by Royal London’s Level the Playing Field programme, enabled by the British and Irish Lions.
The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast returns to preview a bumper weekend of action in Edinburgh. Scotland round out their Famous Grouse Nations Series campaign when they host a resurgent Australia on Sunday. The result of that game will go a long way to setting the mood of November.
Before that, Scotland 'A' are back in action on home soil for the first time in a decade as they host Chile at Hive Stadium. Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson preview both fixtures, and reflect on the Autumn as a whole.
There is also special mention for an extra-special attendee to Sunday's game. Sione and Mosese Tuipulotu's 'Granny from Greenock', Jaqueline Thomson will watch her grandsons play rugby in the flesh for the first time, after she was flown over by Skyscanner, Official Partner of Scottish Rugby.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are back for another episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast to look ahead to a big November.
Caroline and Chris sit down with by new face in camp Freddy Douglas ahead of the upcoming Autumn fixtures at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. Scotland are set to take on Fiji, South Africa, Portugal and Australia in The Famous Grouse Nations Series.
Scotland A Head Coach Pete Horne also joins the podcast as preparations ramp up towards welcoming Chile to Hive Stadium on 23 November.
Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson journey into clubland to preview the 2024/25 season of the Arnold Clark Men's and Women's Premierships.
At Bridgehaugh, home of Stirling County, Caroline is joined by ex-Scotland international Megan Gaffney and Stirling skipper Ciorstaidh Ainsworth to look at the runners and riders for the Arnold Clark Women's Premiership. Chris headed to Currie to preview the Men's competition in the company of Ayr's Blair Macpherson and Currie Chieftains' Charlie Brett.
Scotland and Edinburgh backrower Jamie Ritchie is this week's guest on the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
He talks to Caroline and Chris about his journey to winning his 50th cap for Scotland in Washington on Friday night.
Scotland take on USA as part of the Skyscanner Americas Tour and Ritchie will reach another milestone six years on from winning his first cap in North America.
He talks about his journey in rugby, from starting out at mini rugby with George Horne, joining Edinburgh as a professional straight from school and the highs and lows of playing on the international stage.
Before jetting out to Canada for the opening game of the Skyscanner Americas Tour, Ben Healy and Harry Paterson invited Caroline Blair over for a cup of tea and a chat at their flat in Edinburgh.
The Scotland and Edinburgh backs have been living together for the past four months and in this special episode they chat about what they get up to away from the rugby pitch, what it's like living in Edinburgh and reveal who they invite over for dinner parties.
Harry also tells Caroline about the moment he found out on the morning of the game that he was going to start against France and make his Scotland debut in the last Six Nations.
The pair also look ahead to the tour and the opportunities it represents for them both, starting with this weekend's game against Canada in Ottawa.
Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson sit down with Huw Jones and Peter Murchie at Scotstoun to discuss Glasgow's win over the Bulls, which saw them win the URC in Pretoria on Saturday evening.
Jones chats about how they had to come back from 13-0 down to win the title for just the second time in the club’s history.
Murchie, the Warriors defence coach, talks about the "great team performance" and how they were firing in all departments. He also talks about the message that the coaches gave the players ahead of the game and how they needed to "stick to the plan".
Jones talks about what was said at half-time, with the team trailing by six points and how they managed to peak at the right time of the season.
The Scotland international also talks about the upcoming Skyscanner Americas Tour and potentially winning his 50th Scotland cap and what Glasgow's win could do for the whole of Scottish rugby.
Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson sit down with Scotland men's Head Coach Gregor Townsend to discuss the 37-man squad he has selected for the upcoming Skyscanner Americas Tour.
Scotland will play Canada, USA, Chile and Uruguay in July and the squad selected includes 10 uncapped players.
Townsend talks about the benefits of the tour, why he has chosen a mix of youth and experience and the challeneges he expects from the four teams they'll play in North and South America.
Scotland assistant coach, Pieter de Villiers joins Chris and Caroline on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast to chat all things scrums.
Ahead of this weekend's Community Game Conference at Scottish Gas Murrayfield, where Pieter is hosting two scrum workshops, he speaks about the link between the physical, tactical and physiological aspects of scrummaging.
He also discusses the value of the scrum, interaction with refs and looks ahead to this summer's tour to North and South America.
Scottish Rugby referees, Hollie Davidson and Chelsea Gillespie join Chris and Caroline on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
Hollie talks about her recent appointment to referee world champions South Africa this summer, when they take on Portugal in a summer Test.
It is another major milestone in Davidson’s career which saw her make history earlier this year, becoming the first female to be part of the officiating team in a Guinness Men’s Six Nations fixture, as an assistant referee in England’s win over Wales at Twickenham.
In 2022 she also became the first woman to referee a men’s Six Nations team when Italy played Portugal.
Chelsea talks about returning to refereeing after a 10-year hiatus, during a time which saw her contract meningitis and become a Mum.
Both talk about their love for refereeing and some of the challenges they face both on and off the pitch.
Chris Paterson, Dale Clancy & Calum Johnston review the 2024 Men's Premiership and National Leagues as the end of season approaches.
They also preview this Saturday's Men's Premiership Final between Hawick and Currie Chieftains and Calum speaks to Shawn Muir from Hawick and Jamie Forbes from Currie ahead of the big game at Mansfield Park.
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm sits down with Caroline Blair to review their Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign to date, including last weekend's win against Italy in Parma - the first time in 25 years Scotland women have won on Italian soil.
She looks ahead to their final match against Ireland in Belfast this weekend - a match which if they win will see them finish third in the table and qualify for both the Rugby World Cup and WXV1.
Rachel also talks about her leadership style, the mood in camp and what the support of the fans means to her and the squad, following their first ever home sell at Hive Stadium this month.
On this week's Offical Scottish Rugby Podcast, Caroline and Chris catch up with some of the players who will be involved in the upcoming FOSROC Super Series Sprint, which gets underway this weekend.
Tom Currie from Edinburgh A, Kerry Johnstone from Glasgow Warriors A, Ross McKnight from Stirling Wolves, Corey Tait from Boroughmuir Bears, Finn Duraj from Watsonians, Jake Shearer from Ayrshire Bulls, Sam Derrick from Southern Knights and Lewis Wells from Heriot's all feature in our preview show as we look ahead to the first round of matches.
The first game is between Southern Knights and Edinburgh A at the Greenyards on Friday 19 April (kick-off 7.35pm) and will be live on BBC ALBA.
Scotland international Louise McMillan joins us on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast to reflect on her 50th cap for Scotland against France last month.
Louise chats to Caroline and Chris about the upcoming sold-out match against England at Hive Stadium this weekend and why their first ever sell out means so much to the players.
She talks about her journey to the Scotland team, the growth of the women's game in Scotland, including the benefits of the new Celtic Challenge competition, and her love for Taylor Swift.
Scotland full-back Meryl Smith joins Caroline and Chris on this week's podcast to chat about the historic win against Wales in Cardiff.
Smith, who plays for Bristol Bears, also looks ahead to Saturday's match against France in the Guinness Women's Six Nations at Hive Stadium and talks about some of the differences playing full-back, compared to centre or stand-off.
Scotland women's attack coach Matt Banahan joins Caroline and Chris on this week's podcast.
The former England international, who played for Gloucester and Bath, hung up his boots in 2021 and joined Bryan Easson's coaching team in 2023, ahead of their successful WXV 2 campaign in South Africa.
Ahead of this year's Guinness Women's Six Nations, which gets underway this weekend, Banahan chats about the growth of the women's game, transitioning from player to coach and what their priorities are for the campaign ahead.
Scottish Rugby’s former Chief Medical Officer and current Scotland Team Doctor, Dr James Robson MBE joins Caroline and Chris on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast ahead of his final game this weekend.
Robson will retire following this weekend's match against Ireland, after 33 years at Scottish Rugby.
He reflects on some of the highs and lows of his career, chats about that moment when he lifted the Calcutta Cup last month following Scotland's win over England and looks ahead to life after rugby.
This is a wide-ranging and emotional chat with a man who has given so much to Scottish Rugby over the last three decades.
On this week's podcast Chris and Caroline are in the Scotland men's team hotel to speak to backrower, Andy Christie, who has made an impact off the bench during the last couple of rounds of the Guinness Men's Six Nations.
Andy talks about coming back from injury, the win over England and looks ahead to this weekend's match against Italy in Rome.
He also chats about the work he does for charities, including being a Patron for Show Racism the Red Card.
Chris and Caroline then head to Hive Stadium to catch up with Scotland women's captain Rachel Malcolm and centre Emma Orr, ahead of the upcoming Guinness Women's Six Nations, which kicks off in just over two weeks.
Scotland co-captain Rory Darge and hooker Ewan Ashman join us on this week's Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair chat to them about leadership, their friendship and look ahead to this weekend's highly-anticipated Calcutta Cup match against England at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. If selected it will be their first involvement in the historic fixture.
This week our hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair chat about the recent matches in both the U20 Six Nations and Guinness Men's Six Nations.
Scotland men are one from two after the first two rounds of matches and next up they host England at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 24 February.
Meanwhile, Scotland U20 have narrowly lost their first two matches as they get set to welcome England to Hive Stadium on Friday 23 February.
Chris and Caroline review both tournaments so far from a Scotland perspective.
Scotland Under-20 Head Coach Kenny Murray joins Chris and Caroline this week to chat about the upcoming home games against France and England at Hive Stadium in Edinburgh.
Kenny looks back on the game against Wales and chats about his excitement at helping to develop the next generation of Scotland players.
Award winning British film producer, James Gay-Rees joins Chris and Caroline on this week's Official Scottish Rugby Podcast to chat about his brand new docuseries, Six Nations: Full Contact.
The behind the scenes documentary, which is now available to watch on Netflix, follows Scotland, England, Ireland, Wales, France and Italy during last year's Guinness Six Nations.
James chats about the process of pitching the series to Netflix, some of the challenges they faced over the last 12 months and what suprised him when he was making the series.
Scotland duo Finn Russell and Blair Kinghorn join Caroline and Chris on this week's epsiode to talk about the new Netflix docu-series, Six Nations: Full Contact, which has been released today.
Both players feature heavily throughout and in the first epsiode you see Finn at home in Paris with his family.
The pair also look ahead to the Guinness Six Nations and the opening match against Wales a week on Saturday, while Finn talks about being named co-captain for the Championship.
Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair return for the first podcast of 2024 and this week they're joined by four members of Gregor Townsend's Scotland squad for the upcoming Guinness Men's Six Nations.
Duhan van der Merwe, Ben Healy, Kyle Rowe and Harry Paterson look ahead to the Championship getting underway in just over two weeks.
We can't believe it but here we are, the final episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast for 2023!
We are delighted to bring you one last chat with hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair as they look back on stand out moments from this year. You'll hear from Luke Crosbie, Francesca McGhie, Pete Horne, Caity Mattinson, Jamie Ritchie and many more in this Christmas Special.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Edinburgh Rugby's Ewan Ashman and Glasgow Warrior's Johnny Matthews.
Joined by hosts Chris and Caroline, they look ahead to the upcoming 1872 Cup clashes at Scotstoun and with exactly a month to go the deciding 'Auld Acquaintance' fixture at Scottish Gas Murrayfield - on Saturday 30th December.
Don't miss this very special episode!
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Ayrshire Bulls Bobby Beattie and Stirling Wolves Marcus Holden as we look ahead to this weekend's 2023 FOSROC Super Series Championship Final.
Bobby and Marcus join Caroline to discuss the 2023 season as well as some of their clubs’ best bits throughout this past year.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Heriot's Rugby's Dan King.
Chris and Caroline reflect on the FOSROC Super Series Championship and look ahead to this weekend's Semi Finals as Heriots take on Stirling Wolves (Friday 10 Nov, kick off 7.35pm) while Watsonians face Ayrshire Bulls (Saturday 11 Nov, kick off 5pm). Dan also talks through his experience within Scotland Under-20's set up.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby's Podcast, we are delighted to be joined that by Scotland internationals Rachel Malcolm and Emma Wassell.
The women join Joe Anderson straight off the plane from South Africa to reflect on the inaugural WXV 2 tournament after being crowned champions.
Chris and Caroline also catch up on the United Rugby Championship so far and look ahead to this weekend's fixtures: Glasgow face Stormers on Friday evening and Edinburgh travel to Leinster on Saturday afternoon.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by two special guests: sports commentator and Watsonian's Women's Coach, Bruce Millar and Scotland internationalist, Emma Wassell.
Bruce joins Chris Paterson to discuss team performances throughout the FOSROC Super Series championship thus far as well as looking ahead to Round 13 this weekend with competition for a semi-final spot being fierce.
Emma then joins Tom Sole from camp in South Africa to review Scotland's WXV 2 performances as well as her thoughts on the trajectory for the women's game.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by journalist, Gary Heatly, as we look back on Scotland's Rugby World Cup performance and ahead to this weekend's first WXV 2 fixture v South Africa.
You can listen or watch at any time to the full episode on the Scottish Rugby website, Spotify, PodBean and more.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Women Head Coach, Bryan Easson.
Chris and Caroline get his take on this weekend's final Pool B fixture v Ireland and looks ahead to the new women's competition - WXV - commencing in South Africa.
You can listen to the full episode here or watch the best bits on YouTube.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Edinburgh Rugby and Scotland international Grant Gilchrist.
Joining Chris at the team hotel in Nice, Grant reviews Scotland's performance against Tonga, looks ahead to Romania and reminisces on his time playing alongside Stuart McInally - who has now retired from international rugby.
You can listen to the full episode now on the Scottish Rugby website, Spotify, PodBean and more.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scottish former rugby union coach and player, Jim Telfer.
Chris and Caroline review Scotland's performance against current champions South Africa, look ahead to Tonga and reminisce on Jim's own Rugby World Cup experiences.
You can listen to the full episode now on the Scottish Rugby website, Spotify, PodBean and more.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scotland women stars Chloe Rollie and Lana Skeldon.
Caroline catches up with Chloe and Lana on their return to camp as the team continue preparations for their Autumn Test later this month v Spain (30 Sept).
Make sure to join us for a very fun episode as they chat all things WXV, Rugby World Cup and spending days off with Highland Cows.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scotland winger Kyle Steyn.
Kyle joins Chris and Caroline to discuss his international career to date including the recent Famous Grouse Nations Series, his elation being selected for the Rugby World Cup and excitement of joining the girl dad club soon.
Chris and Caroline also preview Scotland's first 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool B fixture v South Africa (Sunday 10 September).
We bring you a special episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week with part two of the community game special and the return of club rugby hosts Caitlin Gould and Calum Johnston as they delve into the upcoming men's premiership season.
This week we bring you a very special episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast...
We are delighted to be joined by a host of players selected to represent Scotland in the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France – including Matt Fagerson, Zander Fagerson, Jamie Ritchie, Rory Darge, Scott Cummings, Ewan Ashman and Ben White.
We bring you a very special episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week with the introduction of club rugby hosts Caitlin Gould and Calum Johnston as they delve into the upcoming women's season.
On this episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by a variety of special guests including Dave Cherry, Tommy Seymour, Jamie Ritchie, and Sam Skinner.
Chris and Caroline catch up with Dave on last weekend's remarkable victory over France as well as how the team are preparing for their second meet this weekend in Saint Etienne.
There is also a special segment from The Famous Grouse Clubhouse, hosted by Tommy Seymour, looking ahead to the upcoming Rugby World Cup - with live audience.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland international and Bath center, Cameron Redpath.
Hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair catch up with Cameron on his career to date; including his school and club rugby experiences; his motivation to become a professional rugby player; his dad's influence and his future aspirations.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair look ahead to the upcoming Famous Grouse Nations Series. They discuss Gregor Townsend's Scotland team selection v Italy, including the return of Darcy Graham and Rory Darge named as captain.
Tickets are still available for this weekend's opening match against Italy via scottishrugby.org.
Scotland and Glasgow Warriors full-back, Ollie Smith reflects on his career to date, talks to us about how preparations are going for the upcoming matches against Italy, France and Georgia ahead of the Rugby World Cup in France later in the year and he tells us why his Dad is his biggest supporter.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to announce the partnership between Scottish Gas, the largest home energy supplier in the UK, and Scottish Rugby to help the rugby community across Scotland reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. Caroline Blair is joined by a variety of special guests including Scottish Rugby’s Chief Executive Mark Dodson, Managing Director of British Gas Net Zero Andrew Middleton, Scottish Rugby’s Sustainability Ambassador, and current GB 7s player Jamie Farndale, and Scotland women's player Emma Wassell.
We're back! Stay with us as we keep you close to all the action from within Scottish Rugby as the men's national team prepare for this year's World Cup.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are joined by Scotland internationalist Stuart McInally as they reminisce on his incredible career to date.
McInally talks about his journey into professional rugby; the physical and mental step up to test rugby; his first cap away to Italy back in 2015; what leadership means to him; and how he knew post World Cup was the right time to hang up his boots.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland and Exeter Chiefs winger Eilidh Sinclair.
Eilidh joins Chris Paterson for a deep dive into her rugby journey so far; her breadth of experience in both 15s and 7s; her time in Australia; and her recent performance that secured Exeter Chiefs their semi-final victory.
They also look ahead to this Saturday's Allianz Premier 15s final as they seek to make history against Westcountry rivals Gloucester-Hartpury - live on BBC iPlayer (kick off 3.30pm).
On the special edition of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scottish Rugby’s Head of Game Development, Neil Graham.
Chris and Caroline chat all things game development with Neil including the upcoming Community Game Conference – this Sunday 11 June at BT Murrayfield. If you’re a school, club or match official make sure you reserve your space for this year’s Community Game Conference via SCRUMS and get along to what promises to be a fantastic day.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Ayrshire Bulls Head Coach, Pat MacArthur.
Pat catches up with Chris Paterson on his transition from player to coach, Ayrshire Bulls season so far. They also look ahead to this weekend when the Bulls take on Heriots Rugby and battle it out for the FOSROC Super Series Sprint Winner’s title on Friday evening at Millbrae, kick-off 7.35pm
Chris is also joined by host Tom Sole to discuss the remaining four teams playing in a Super Series Saturday double header at Meggetland this weekend (kick off’s 3pm & 5pm).
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Heriots Rugby Head Coach, Ben Cairns.
Ben joins Chris and Caroline to discuss life after international rugby, his move into coaching with Stirling and now Heriots Rugby and looks ahead to Round 6 of the FOSROC Super Series Sprint - with everything to play for.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Women Head Coach Bryan Easson.
Bryan catches up with hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson on all things TikTok Women's Six Nations: including the emotions around the team's first back-to-back win since 2006 as well as achieving a record crowd at DAM Health Stadium. They also look ahead to the WXV Championship in South Africa later in the year.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by several special guests as we look forward to this year's Silver Saturday at BT Murrayfield & DAM Health Stadium.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Tom Sole are joined by Hawick captain, Matthew Carryer, and Marr captain, Conor Bickerstaff, to discuss preparations ahead of this Saturday's Cup Final.
Scottish Rugby Development team, Caitlin Gould and Calum Johnston preview all seven games across the day with a special emphasis on the women's side - namely the Sarah Beany Cup.
Finally, we are delighted to be joined by ex-internationalists Rhona Hume and Mary Pat McFarlane who reminisce on their days playing alongside Sarah and how important the Cup still is today.
On this very special episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland internationalist, Helen Nelson, as she sits down with Chris Paterson to discuss her career to date - after making her 50th appearance for Scotland last Saturday.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scotland internationalist Lisa Thomson.
After receiving her 50th cap for Scotland last Saturday Lisa joins hosts Caroline Blair, Chris Paterson, and Rachel Malcolm to discuss her career to date.
They take time to reflect on her journey from Jed Minis to Murrayfield Wanderers to Melrose ladies to her international debut against England at Broadwood in the 2016 Six Nations opener and more recently her involvement in GB sevens.
On this week's Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, Scotland international Francesca McGhie talks to Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson inside the Scotland camp.
She talks about her rapid rise to international rugby, having only started playing the game in 2018 and how the recent Celtic Challenge helped her on her way to win her first Scotland cap against England.
Caroline and Chris also review last weekend's action in the FOSROC Super Series Sprint and European Challenge Cup.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast Caroline Blair catches up with Scotland internationalist Coreen Grant.
They explore Coreen's progression from Murrayfield Wanderers to Durham University to professional rugby with Scotland and her current club Saracens. They also discuss her passions beyond rugby, working part time as a journalist and environmental activism.
Caroline is also joined by Chris Paterson and Scotland Captain Rachel Malcolm to look ahead to the third round of the TikTok Women's Six Nations v France next Saturday and the unforgettable evening at Scotstoun that booked Glasgow Warriors their place in the EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-finals.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland internationalist and Worcester Warriors scrum half, Caity Mattinson.
Alongside host Caroline Blair they discuss Caity's Scotland debut during the Rugby World Cup 2021 Final Qualification Tournament match against Colombia - after the new eligibility rule meant Caity qualified to play for Scotland in 2022.
Born in Inverness and playing rugby since age seven Caroline explores Caity's passion for the sport, her sense of belonging in the squad and what to expect from this year's TikTok Women's Six Nations.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Captain Rachel Malcolm and inside centre Evie Wills.
Alongside hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair, the women preview the 2023 TikTok Women's Six Nations fixtures and the cohesion of this year's squad.
Tickets are still available for all three home fixtures at DAM Health Stadium via scottishrugby.org
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by former Glasgow Warriors and Scotland internationalist turned skills coach, Pete Horne.
Hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair join him in the Scotland team hotel to catch up on all things Guinness Six Nations ahead of the final weekend.
They also deep dive into Pete's journey so far, from his career aspirations at Glasgow Warriors and Scotland's coaching set up to what motivated him to remain in rugby post retirement.
Only three in every 1000 international rugby players ever reach the momentous Centurion milestone of 100 international caps.
On this very special episode you will hear from two of Scottish Rugby's Centurions. British & Irish Lion and Scotland internationalist, Stuart Hogg, sits down with Chris Paterson to discuss his career to date as he prepares to make his 100th appearance for Scotland this Sunday.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Internationalist and Glasgow Warriors prop, Jamie Bhatti.
Jamie tells Chris and Caroline about his journey to international rugby, his time at Melrose as a youth and the influence of John Dalziel. He also talks about life after rugby and why he's learning to fly.
Scotland are currently in a fallow week before returning to BT Murrayfield for their second home fixture v Ireland on Sunday 12 March (kick off 3pm).
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Scrum Coach, Pieter de Villiers.
Alongside hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair, he chats about the mood in camp, the mindset of the players after two victories, and what he's most looking forward to this Sunday when Scotland travel to France for Round 3 of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations.
Pieter also reminisces about his own time with France, earning 69 caps in an eight-year Test career and four Six Nations titles.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by former Scotland and British and Irish Lions winger Tommy Seymour.
Hosts Chris Paterson and Caroline Blair discuss life in retirement, his return to Scottish Rugby, within the commercial realm, and how he found himself at Glasgow Warriors all those years ago.
They also discuss the first two rounds of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations and look ahead to the challenge France pose at home (Sunday 26 February, kick off 3pm)
On this week's Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by two Scotland internationalists, Luke Crosbie and Rudi Brown.
Chris and Caroline are in camp this week to chat all things Calcutta Cup with Edinburgh Rugby's, Luke Crosbie; from the lowdown on Scotland's scintillating win at Twickenham last Saturday, what the victory meant to the team and how preparations are going for their first home fixture against Wales at BT Murrayfield this Saturday (11 February, kick off 4.45pm).
They also catch up with Scotland Under-20 flanker, Rudi Brown, following their narrow defeat to England at Twickenham Stoop on Friday night. Rudi talks about his rugby journey so far and what it's like stepping onto the international stage at nineteen.
It's Calcutta Cup week!
And we are delighted to be joined by Scotland and British & Irish Lions wing, Sean Maitland, on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
Sean talks to Chris and Caroline about his elation after being named in Gregor Townsend's squad ahead of this years Guinness Six Nations, his love for Saracens, and what life might hold after rugby.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast Caroline is joined by Rugby Development Communications Manager, Caitlin Gould, Corstorphine Cougars captain, Emma Turner, and Stirling County captain, Katie Lindsay to chat all things Tennent’s Women’s Premiership Final.
Emma and Katie discuss their anticipation for this Saturday's final (28 January) after defeating Watsonian FC and Heriot’s Blues respectively in the semi-final play-offs earlier this month.Coverage at Bridgehaugh will start from 1.20pm on the Scottish Rugby website with commentary from Stuart McFarlane.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast we are delighted to be joined by one of the four uncapped players named in Gregor Townsend's Scotland squad, Ruaridh McConnochie.
The London-born Bath wing, 31, joins hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson to discuss his excitement to fulfil his "childhood dream" of playing for Scotland. Following the change of rules can represent the country of his parents' birth because three years have passed since his last England cap.
We also hear from Director of Rugby Development, Gav Scott, Scottish Rugby Game Development Manager, Sinclair Patience and Scotland International players Murphy Walker and Elliann Clarke as they welcome the 'Scrum School' development programme.
To kick off the first episode of 2023 we are delighted to be joined by former Scotland captain and British and Irish Lion, Rob Wainwright.
Rob joins host Chris Paterson during the second week of this year's Doddie Aid - a virtual mass-participation exercise event he founded to help raise funds for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation which invests in research to find meaningful treatments for Motor Neuron Disease (MND).
There's still time to get involved by visiting doddieaid.com
Join us as we take a look back through the best moments of 2022.
From Matt Fagerson winning player of the match at the Calcutta Cup, Mike Adamson talking through the highlights of his referring career, Heather Lockhart reviewing the World Cup in New Zealand, Hamish Watson exploring his journey to the international stage to remembering Tom Smith and Doddie Weir OBE.
On this year's Christmas Special and final episode of 2022, hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are joined by Scotland Captain's Jamie Ritchie, and Rachel Malcolm to reflect on the past year. They discuss how they spend Christmas, their favourite things about this time of year as well as their milestone moments of 2022.
Judy Murray joins host, Rachel Malcom on the last episode of this series of Powering Conversation, powered by SP Energy Networks. They chat through her career in tennis as well as spending time on the golf course.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast host Caroline Blair is joined by ex-player and Player Development Manager, Ben Atiga, as well as Police Scotland's Communications Manager, Adiran Searle, to discuss the second phase of the Don't Be That Guy campaign.
Listen to their conversation as they discuss how men can take responsibility for ending sexual violence by changing their attitudes and behaviours towards women as well as challenging those of their peers.
In this week's special episode hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are joined by Jill Douglas and Jim Telfer to share their memories of the late Doddie Weir.
They remember Doddie’s colourful and positive character both on and off the pitch whether it be for his athletic and eye-catching performances in the Dark Blue of Scotland or for the inspirational response to his MND diagnosis.
Rachel Malcolm is joined by Scottish former curler skip of the winning 2022 British Olympic Curling team Eve Muirhead in this week's special podcast episode of Powering Conversation, powered by SP Energy Networks to talk through her professional curling career.
After a thrilling win over Argentina on Saturday and wrapping up this year's Autumn Nation Series we are delighted to be joined by former Scotland Internationalist Lee Jones.
Lee joins Chris and Caroline to discuss life in retirement, his riveting career and who he will be supporting in the upcoming 1872 cup.
Chris and Caroline discuss Scotland's performance across all four fixtures and look ahead to next year.
Ahead of the final Autumn Nation Series fixture on Saturday 19 November we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Internationalists Zander Fagerson and Pierre Shoeman.
Joining us in the team hotel after a day's training, they discuss life in Scotland camp, the dynamic between them both - being roommates as well as teammates and play 'Most likely to [...]' games.
Chris and Caroline discuss the Autumn tests so far and look ahead to this weekend's fixture against Argentina.
Ahead of the third Autumn Nation Series fixture on Sunday 13 November we are delighted to be joined by Scotland Head Coach, Gregor Townsend.
Joining us straight from training Gregor talks through team selection for this Sunday's test against the All Blacks.
Chris and Caroline discuss his decision to put forward an experienced side, as well as how well Finn Russell has slotted back into the squad following Adam Hasting's injury last Saturday. They also take some time to explore the sense of brotherhood and the fun side to life in Scotland camp.
Ahead of the second Autumn Nation Series fixture on Saturday 5 November we are delighted to be joined by Edinburgh Head Coach Mike Blair to explore their URC season so far.
Mike reflects on his own experiences in international sport, his move into coaching and the incredible home support at DAM Health Stadium.
Caroline and Chris also discuss Scotland's narrow loss to Australia last Saturday, and what to expect from Townsend's men this weekend.
Special Podcast Edition: Journey to the International Stage
Electric fly-half and one of Edinburgh Rugby's most exciting backline talents Blair Kinghorn, sits down with Scotland legend, Chris Paterson, to explore his rugby career thus far.
They explore the highs and lows of international rugby and candidly discuss Kinghorn's transition from football to rugby, motivations in life, and journey to the Scotland team.
Ahead of the Autumn Nation Series opener against Australia on Saturday 29 October we are delighted to be joined by Australian Head Coach Dave Rennie to explore preparations in camp as well as what they're expecting from Scotland.
Dave reflects on his time at Glasgow Warriors, the incredible home support in Scotland, and atmosphere at BT Murrayfield on match days.
Caroline is also joined by full-back Liam McNamara from Ayrshire Bulls and hooker Cal Davies from Watsonians ahead of this weekend's FOSROC Super6 Championship Final at DAM Health, Edinburgh (Sunday 30 Oct, kick off 4.45pm).
Scotland Internationalists Rachel Malcolm and Caity Mattinson join us this week from in camp all the way from New Zealand.
They talk about the mood in camp following their narrow defeat against Australia, and their visit to Far North iwi Ngātiwai to learn more about Te Ao Māori with a welcome and cultural exchange at Ngunguru Marae.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson also chat about Gregor Townsend's squad ahead of the Autumn Nation Series and are joined by Matt and Zander Fagerson to discuss their delight at being named in the squad. They go on to chat about last weekend's United Rugby Championship, and the upcoming match against Australia at BT Murrayfield (Sat 29th Oct).
Scotland Captain Rachel Malcolm and Sports Scientist Fraser Menzies join us this week from in camp all the way from New Zealand.
They talk about the mood in camp following their last minute defeat against Wales, team nutrition and overall preparations ahead of Australia on Saturday.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are also joined by ex Scotland Internationalist and commentator, Heather Lockhart, to chat about all the latest rugby news, including last weekend's United Rugby Championship, Round 9 of the FOSROC Super6 Championship and the upcoming Autumn Nation Series.
Rachel Malcolm is joined by Professional footballer Rachel Corsie in this weeks special podcast episode of Powering Conversation, powered by SP Energy Networks to talk through her involvement with the Scotland national team and her career highlights to date.
This week, on the Official Scottish Podcast, hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are joined by Scottish Rugby’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr James Robson MBE to discuss the paper published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry.
Dr Robson highlights the important role rugby has played in supporting research into the effects of concussion and brain health in recent years, as well as the impact of setting up the Brain Health clinic.
Scotland Internationalists Rachel Malcolm and Anne Young join us this week from in camp all the way from New Zealand.
They talk about travelling to the southern hemisphere, their excitement for the upcoming Rugby World Cup fixtures and preparations in camp so far.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson are also joined by Freelance Journalist, Gary Heatly, to chat about all the latest rugby news, including last weekend's United Rugby Championship, the closing weekend of the Rugby Championship and an exciting Round 7 of the FOSROC Super6 Championship.
Rachel Malcolm is joined by Kim James in this weeks episode of Powering Conversation, powered by SP Energy Networks to talk through her involvement with Lismore RFC and her recent battle with breast cancer.
Scotland Internationalists Rachel Malcolm, Emma Wassell, Lisa Thomson, Shona Campbell and Evie Wills and Head Coach Bryan Easson join us on this week's special Rugby World Cup episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
They look back on the highs and lows of their Rugby World Cup qualification journey, their excitement for the upcoming fixtures and their families reactions to selection.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson also chat about all the latest rugby news, including the opening weekend of the United Rugby Championship, Men's and Women's Tennent's Premiership and The Rugby Championship.
Scotland Internationalists Chloe Rollie and Helen Nelson join us from camp on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
Chloe and Helen review the Summer Test opener against USA and look ahead to this Sunday's final fixture against Spain before heading off to New Zealand for the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Hosts Caroline Blair and Chris Paterson chat about all the latest rugby news, including Scotland 7s Rugby World Cup in South Africa this weekend, the men's and women's Tennent's Premiership and The Rugby Championship.
Scotland Captain and Host Rachel Malcolm is joined by Strathendrick Men’s Head Coach Ciera Campbell on the next episode of Powering Conversation with SP Energy Networks Season 2. Listen to their conversation as they discuss how Ciera got involved in rugby in general, her career highlights, and receiving her Young Person’s award in the 2022 Community Recognition.
Scotland 7s Head Coach Ciaran Beattie and captain Jamie Farndale join us from LA on this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
Ciaran and Jamie review the final round of the World Rugby Sevens Series and look ahead to next weekend's Rugby World Cup Sevens in South Africa.
Caroline Blair, who is a new guest host on the podcast, chats to Chris Paterson about all the latest rugby news, including a review of Scotland's narrow defeat to USA, Round 4 of the FOSROC Super6 Championship, the men's and women's Tennent's Premiership and The Rugby Championship.
Chris Paterson is joined by former Scotland internationals, Donna Kennedy and Lynne Reid, to preview this weekend's Summer Test opener against USA and look ahead to the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand. Kennedy, the most capped Scotland player ever and Reid, the last player to captain a Scotland women's team at a Rugby World Cup, reminisce about playing for Scotland and reflect on what it is like to play at a Rugby World Cup. Chris also catches up with the Marr and Heriot's captains to look ahead to the start of the Men's Tennent's Premiership, which gets underway this weekend.
Scotland Captain and Host Rachel Malcolm is joined by professional rugby union referee Hollie Davidson on the first episode of Powering Conversation with SP Energy Networks Season 2. Listen to their conversation as they discuss how it all started as well as highlights of her impressive career so far.
Scotland Women Assistant Coach Tyrone Holmes and Strength and Conditioning Coach Francesco Sella join hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast to chat about Scotland women's upcoming Summer Tests and deep dive into training preparations. Chris and Rachel also review last weekend's international rugby results as well as the second round of the FOSROC Super6 Championship.
Chris Paterson also chats to Tennent's Women Premiership Captains about the upcoming season and what to expect from both Watsonians and Garioch.
Scotland and Arsenal football player Jen Beattie joins Rachel Malcolm on an episode of Powering Conversation with SP Energy Networks. Listen to their conversation from Season 1 as they discuss highlights of her career as well as battling injury and breast cancer.
Season 2 coming soon.
Scottish referee Mike Adamson joins Chris Paterson from Argentina on this week's podcast to chat about what it was like refereeing a Rugby Championship match for the first time, when he took charge of Argentina v Australia last weekend. He also looks ahead to this weekend's re-match between the sides, where he will be Assistant Referee. Mike talks about the pressures of being a referee, as well as how they preview and review matches. Chris is also joined once again by Rachel Malcolm to review the first round of the FOSROC Super6 Championship and look ahead to Scotland women's upcoming Summer Tests.
Hosts Jo Wilson, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm preview the 2022 FOSROC Super6 Championship.
They look ahead to the opening weekend of fixtures, starting with Ayrshire Bulls v Heriot's Rugby on Friday with Head Coaches Finlay Gillies and Pat MacArthur.
Jo, Chris and Rachel also discuss the appointment of Franco Smith as Glasgow Warrior's new Head Coach.
Jo Wilson and Chris Paterson dissect Scotland's Summer Tour to Argentina and look ahead to the Autumn Nations Series, which will see Scotland host Argentina at BT Murrayfield, along with Australia, Fiji and New Zealand.
They also review the other games which took place last weekend, including Ireland's historic win over the All Blacks and discuss the news this week that Scotland 7s will be replaced by a GB 7s team on the World Series.
Toronto-born, Scottish and Sale Sharks hooker Ewan Ashman joins us this week from Argentina to look ahead to the final of three Test matches against Argentina this weekend.
Ashman, who earned his first cap for Scotland in the 2021 Autumn Nations Series, talks to Jo Wilson and Rachel Malcolm about the honour of being selected for the 2022 Summer Test Series.
Our hosts also chat about all the latest rugby news, including a review of last weekend's action, and Rachel talks about Scotland Women's Summer Tests against USA and Spain, as they prepare for the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.
Special Podcast Edition: Journey to the International Stage
Elite ball carrier and one of world rugby's most exciting openside flankers, Hamish Watson sits down with Scotland legend, Chris Paterson, to explore his rugby career thus far.
They explore the highs and lows of international rugby and candidly discuss Watson's childhood, motivations in life, and journey to the Scotland team.
Scotland and Edinburgh backrower Luke Crosbie joins us this week from Argentina to look ahead to the first of three Test matches against the Pumas this weekend.
Crosbie, who will make his first start for Scotland on Saturday talks to Jo Wilson, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm about the honour of captaining Scotland A in the win over Chile last weekend.
Chris and Jo about all the latest rugby news, including a review of last weekend's action, they chat through the Scotland team for the first Test and Rachel talks about Scotland Women's Summer Tests against USA and Spain, ahead of the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.
Scotland and Glasgow Warriors scrum-half, George Horne joins us this week from Santiago to look ahead to the Summer Tour opener against Chile this weekend. Rachel Malcolm tells us how she's getting on with pre-season training with Scotland and Chris Paterson and Jo Wilson chat about all the latest rugby news.
On a special bonus episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, Scotland's Darcy Graham chats to Jo Wilson on the hallowed turf of BT Murrayfield.
In an insightful and revealing interview he looks back on his career to date and discusses the exciting season ahead.
He also chats emotionally about his brother's recovery from a serious car crash and how he has now gone into business with him.
On this week's podcast Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm chat to Gemma Fay and Jim Mallinder about Scottish Rugby's Women & Girls’ Strategy 2022-2026.
Gemma explains the process they're going through and how work has already started behind the scenes on a number of exciting initiatives.
Jim talks about the link to the men's game and gives his thoughts on the FOSROC Super6.
Chris and Rachel also look back on last weekend's action in the URC and FOSROC Super6 Sprint Series and look ahead to this weekend's Super6 Pro-Alignment fixture at Millbrae.
On the 150th episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, Chris Paterson is joined by a new guest host, Jo Wilson for the first in-person podcast since March 2020.
Chris and Jo chat to Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend and winger Kyle Rowe, ahead of the games against Chile and Argentina.
They also speak to Cal Davies from Watsonians Rugby and Logan Trotter from Stirling County about the final round of matches in the FOSROC Super6 Sprint Series this weekend.
Former international referee JP Doyle joins us on the latest episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast to chat about his new role as Scottish Rugby's High Performance Referee Coach.
Ahead of speaking at the Game Development Conference this weekend, Doyle talks about what he learned as a referee, who the most difficult player to referee was and what has impressed him most about the FOSROC Super6 competition.
Commentators Hugh Dan MacLennan & Paul Mitchell also join us to review the FOSROC Super6 Sprint Series and to look ahead to the final three rounds of matches.
Edinburgh Rugby's Ben Vellacott and Glasgow Warrior's Sam Johnson join our hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's Official Scottish Rugby Podcast to look ahead to Saturday's 1872 Cup match.
All roads leads to BT Murrayfield for one of the most highly anticipated 1872 Cup derbies in the professional era, as the two sides go head-to-head for much more than intercity bragging rights on the final day of the regular URC season (Saturday 21 May, kick off 6.30pm).
On this week's episode, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm chat about the latest rugby news including, Glasgow & Edinburgh in European action, the FOSROC Super6 Sprint Series and this weekend's Silver Saturday event. Chris is joined by Biggar captain, Abbie Baillie and Cartha Claymores captain, Lynsay Taylor to discuss their involvement in Silver Saturday.
Glasgow Warriors full-back Ollie Smith joins us on this week's podcast to chat about his rugby journey so far and his aspirations for the future.
Smith also chats about the upcoming 1872 Cup and how he made his Warriors debut against Edinburgh in January 2021, coming off the bench in a 23-22 victory at Scotstoun.
Chris and Rachel are also joined by Adrian Searles from Police Scotland and Gillian Jones-Williams, Managing Director of Emerge Development Consultancy in support of the 'Don't be that Guy' campaign which encourages men to take responsibility for ending sexual violence by changing their attitudes and behaviours towards women.
Scotland and Edinburgh backrower Jamie Ritchie joins us on this week's podcast to chat about his rehab and look ahead to a big game for Edinburgh against Ulster this weekend. Chris Paterson is also joined by Dr James Robson and Professor Craig Ritchie, who tell us all about the new Brain Health Clinic at BT Murrayfield, which has been launched this week.
Scotland International Rachel McLachlan joins Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast as they look ahead to Italy this Saturday.
Heriot’s captain Ruairidh Leishman also joins us for a chat on the Super6 Sprint Series and ahead to their game against Boroughmuir Bears this weekend.
Gregor Townsend, Sir Ian McGeechan and Chris Paterson share their memories of the late Tom Smith on this week's podcast.
Boroughmuir Bears' Head Coach, Graham Shiel and Ayrshire Bulls' Head Coach Pete Horne look ahead to the opening weekend of the 2022 FOSROC Super6 Sprint Series.
Scotland 7s star Lee Jones joins us on this week's podcast to look ahead to a busy weekend of rugby sevens action in Melrose and Singapore and Scotland international Shona Campbell chats about her journey to the Scotland team.
Scotland international Rhona Lloyd and Premiership Final team captains Fergus Scott and Fraser Grant are our guests on this week's podcast.
Rhona tells us how she got into rugby, chats about qualifying for the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand and looks ahead to their upcoming TikTok Women's Six Nations fixture in Wales.
Fergus and Fraser look back on a successful season as well as what to expect from this weekend's Premiership Final.
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm looks head to the opening match of this year's TikTok Women's Six Nations against England, Chris and Rachel review the action from last weekend and Chris catches up with Scottish Rugby's Director of Rugby Development to chat about Scottish Rugby Schools Week.
Scotland internationals Darcy Graham and Sarah Bonar are our guests on this week's podcast.
Darcy looks back on the win over Italy and ahead to the final match of this year's Guinness Six Nations against Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.
Sarah tells us how she got into rugby, chats about qualifying for the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand and previews the upcoming TikTok Women's Six Nations.
Scotland international Rory Darge and Scotland U20 prop Ali Rogers are our guests on this week's podcast.
The pair talk about their rugby journey from school to the international stage, ahead of Scottish Rugby Schools Week, which is supported by Saltire Energy and will be held between 21 and 27 March 2022.
They also chat about this weekend's games against Italy in the U20 Six Nations and Guinness Six Nations.
Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm also review the weekend's URC action with both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors in action.
Hear from Scotland player Lana Skeldon and Head Coach Bryan Easson as they reflect on their successful Rugby World Cup qualification match against Colombia in Dubai, and look ahead to the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand this year.
Chloe Rollie and Rachel Malcolm join us from Dubai ahead of Friday's Rugby World Cup Final Qualification match against Colombia. Chris Paterson chats to Scotland centre Sione Tuipulotu, ahead of him starting against France at BT Murrayfield on Saturday in Round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations. Chris and Rachel also say goodbye to Jamie McMillan, who is hosting the podcast for the final time.
Scotland U20 Head Coach and Head of Player Transition, Kenny Murray joins us on this week's podcast to reflect on the first two rounds of the U20 Six Nations and to look ahead to the game against France next weekend. Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm review the weekend’s action in the Guinness Six Nations and URC and preview this weekend's games. Gavin Scott also joins us to chat about the new Growth and Participation Fund, which was launched this week to stimulate Growth and Participation in the club and schools’ game.
Scotland backrow Matt Fagerson joins us on this week's podcast to look back on the win over England at BT Murrayfield. Fagerson, who was named Guinness Player of the Match following Scotland's 20-17 win, looks back on the key moments that decided the match and talks about what they need to improve on ahead of Saturday's clash with Wales in Cardiff. Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm discuss the Calcutta Cup match in detail, review Scotland U20's defeat to England and look ahead to another busy weekend of rugby.
Scotland captain Stuart Hogg and Scotland U20 captain Rhys Tait join us on this week's episode to look ahead to the matches this weekend.
On Friday night, Scotland U20 face England in the U20 Six Nations and then on Saturday it's the Calcutta Cup at BT Murrayfield on the opening weekend of the 2022 Guinness Six Nations.
Both captains look ahead to their respective matches and chat about their hometown of Hawick.
Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm also chat about the Scotland squad which Gregor Townsend has selected for Saturday's game.
Scotland assistant coach AB Zondagh makes his podcast debut, after joining Gregor Townsend's coaching team last year. He talks about his coaching journey from South Africa via France and looks ahead to the upcoming Guinness Six Nations. We're also joined by Hillhead Jordanhill RFC women's captain, Debbie Lee ahead of Saturday's Tennent's Premiership Final.
This week we're joined by Andy Christie following his call-up to the Scotland squad for the upcoming Guinness Six Nations and Ciaran Beattie chats about the return of Scotland 7s.
Former Scotland international Jim Hamilton is our guest on the first episode of 2022. Jim reflects on a successful weekend for both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors in the URC, looks ahead to this weekend's European action and chats about some of the challenges Gregor Townsend is going to have when he names his Scotland squad for the upcoming Guinness Six Nations.
On the final episode of 2021, Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan are joined by former podcast host and current Glasgow Warriors Managing Director, Al Kellock; former Scotland captains, Greig Laidlaw and Rob Wainwright and sports broadcaster, Eilidh Barbour to discuss Doddie Aid and the fundraising efforts for Motor Neuron Disease.
Scotland hookers Fraser Brown and Stuart McInally join us on the penultimate episode of 2021 to look ahead to the 1872 Cup matches between Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh. The two teams meet twice over the next few weeks and the players talk about the importance of these matches in the context of the season. We also hear an inspirational story from Loch Lomond RFC's Stephen Daly.
Chris Paterson is joined by Dr James Robson MBE, Dr Willie Stewart & Professor Craig Ritchie to discuss improving brain health. Jamie McMillan also joins Chris for a chat about the recent action in the United Rugby Championship, with wins for both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors.
Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm review the Autumn Nations Series, including last weekend's win over Japan. They also look ahead to a busy weekend of United Rugby Championship action for both Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh.
Scotland international Josh Bayliss joins us on this week’s podcast to look ahead to the final Autumn Nations Series match against Japan. Josh will make his first start for Scotland on Saturday, after coming off the bench in the win against Australia. Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan also review the men’s defeat to South Africa and the women’s victory against Japan.
Scotland captain Stuart Hogg and Scottish tennis start Jamie Murray join us on this week’s episode to have a chat about the similarities and differences between rugby and tennis. Stuart looks back on the win over Australia and ahead to this weekend’s game against South Africa. Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm is joined by Lisa Thomson and Sarah Bonar to look ahead to Sunday’s match against Japan in Edinburgh.
Brothers Matt and Zander Fagerson join us on this week’s podcast to reflect on the 60-14 win over Tonga and look ahead to the match against Dave Rennie’s Australia on Sunday. Japan’s assistant coach Louise Dalgleish is also on this week’s episode chat about the women’s game against Japan in Edinburgh next Sunday.
This week we’re joined by Scotland’s half-back pairing, Ali Price and Blair Kinghorn to look ahead to the match against Tonga at BT Murrayfield on Saturday afternoon. Price tells Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm how much of an honour it is to have been asked to co-captain the side with Jamie Ritchie, while Kinghorn talks about how much he is looking forward to playing in front of fans again. Chris and Rachel also go through both team selections, ahead of Scotland’s opening Autumn Nations Series match.
Former Scotland international Johnnie Beattie and former Tonga international Siale Piutau join us on this week’s episode to look ahead to Scotland’s game against Tonga at BT Murrayfield next Saturday. The duo reflect on the last time the two teams met in 2014 - a game they were both involved in. Johnnie and Rachel Malcolm also look ahead to the other Autumn Nations Series matches and we reflect on another busy weekend of rugby, which included the FOSROC Super6 Final.
This Sunday, the FOSROC Super6 comes to an end with Ayrshire Bulls taking on the Southern Knights at the DAM Health Sadium in Edinburgh.
On this episode we hear from Pat MacArthur of the Ayrshire Bulls and Rob Chrystie of Southern Knights.
Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw joins us on this week's podcast to talk about life in Japan and to look ahead to Scotland's Autumn Nations Series match against the Cherry Blossoms at BT Murrayfield next month.
After making her 50th consecutive appearance for Scotland last weekend, Emma Wassell joins us this week, along with the Scotland team manager, Ellen Dickson to look back on their massive win over Ireland, which saw them progress to the Rugby World Cup qualifying repechage stage. Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm also reflects on the games in Parma, while Chris and Rachel look back on another busy weekend of rugby.
Edinburgh centre James Lang and Glasgow Warriors fly-half Duncan Weir join us on this week's podcast to look ahead to the United Rugby Championship kicking off this weekend. Rachel Malcolm speaks to Chris Paterson from Italy ahead of Scotland’s massive Rugby World Cup Europe Qualifier against Ireland on Saturday.
Scotland international Jade Konkel joins us on this week’s podcast to talk about her recent firefighter training and how preparations are going ahead of the Rugby World Cup Europe Qualifiers, with Scotland set to play Italy in Parma on Monday, before they take on Spain and Ireland in a round-robin tournament. Ross Cook, Sports Marketing Manager at Macron and Paolo Guizzardi, COO at Macron are also on this week’s episode to tell us all about the new Scotland kits their new eco credentials, with all jerseys and shorts made from Eco-Armevo, a 100% polyester fabric manufactured from recycled plastic bottles.
Scottish Rugby’s Director of Rugby Development, Gavin Scott joins us on this week’s podcast to look ahead to the start of the new domestic season in Scotland, which gets underway this weekend. Gav, who took over from Sheila Begbie in July, tells us about his new role and the work which is being done to support clubs across the country. Jamie McMillan and Chris Paterson look back on another exciting weekend of the FOSROC Super6 and Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm joins them to discuss the squad which has been named ahead of the upcoming Rugby World Cup 2021 qualifiers in Italy.
Southern Knight’s Nyle Godsmark and Watsonians Rugby’s Harvey Elms are our guests on this week’s Official Scottish Rugby Podcast. The duo look ahead to their top-of-the-table clash at Myreside on Friday night, as the FOSROC Super6 reaches its halfway point. They discuss what it’s been like playing in this year’s competition and also tell us about what they get up to away from the rugby pitch.
Ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2021 qualifiers for the women next month, Head Coach Bryan Easson joins us to look ahead to the three games against Italy, Spain and Ireland from their training camp in Largs, along with captain and podcast host, Rachel Malcolm. Rachel and Chris Paterson also look back on another bust weekend of FOSRPC Super6 action.
Scotland and British & Irish Lions fly-half, Finn Russell joins us this week to review the recent Lions tour to South Africa. Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm also look back on the weekend’s rugby action and look ahead to the upcoming qualifiers for the Rugby World Cup 2021.
As we head into week 2 of this season's FOSROC Super6, we're joined by Stirling County head coach Ben Cairns and Southern Knights head coach Rob Chrystie. Both men discuss their own team's ambitions for this year's competition and returning to rugby after the COVID shutdown.
Chris Paterson and Jamie McMillan chat to the captains of Ayrshire Bulls and Watsonians ahead of Sunday’s FOSROC Super6 match between the sides at Millbrae. They also look back at the British & Irish Lions win over South Africa and ahead to the second Test this weekend.
Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend joins us from the British & Irish Lions camp in South Africa ahead of the first Test against the Springboks this weekend. The Lions Assistant Coach tells us how preparations are going and what they’re expecting from the current Rugby World Cup champions. He also reflects on a disappointing summer for Scotland, with all three games cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
On the podcast this week Jamie, Rachel and Mossy are joined by GB 7s Robbie Fergusson as he looks ahead to the Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Scotland U20 Head Coach Sean Lineen joins us from Cardiff to talk about this year’s U20 Six Nations and Scottish Rugby Chief Executive Mark Dodson tells us about the new three-year strategy for the game in Scotland.
Scotland defence coach for this summer, Peter Murchie and fly-half Ross Thompson are the guests on this week's podcast, as they look ahead to this Sunday's A fixture against England and the games against Romania and Georgia next month.
Jamie Ritchie will captain Scotland this summer with games against England A, Romania and Georgia on the horizon and the backrower joins us on this week’s podcast to look ahead to a busy schedule of games. Former Edinburgh lock, Steve Turnbull also joins us to talk about the 2021 Scottish Rugby Community Awards, in his role as Regional Director for Caledonia Midland.
Lead National Team Performance Analyst, Gavin Vaughan joins us on this week’s podcast to talk about his role with Scottish Rugby and to look ahead to his involvement on the British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa this summer. Gav talks to Chris Paterson about his journey to Scotland and the role analysis plays in the professional game.
The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast returns this week following a short break and Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan are joined by Interim Scotland Head Coach, Mike Blair, to discuss the summer training squad and upcoming Summer Tour. Newly appointed Scotland Under-20 captain, Alex Samuel also joins us to look ahead to this month’s U20 Six Nations Championship.
Chris Paterson and Jamie McMillan are joined by Scotland international Chris Harris, following his recent call-up to the British and Irish Lions squad for this summer’s tour to South Africa.
On Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re joined by Scottish Rugby’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr James Robson MBE and Scottish Rugby’s Player Liaison Ben Atiga. Ben talks about the Rugby for Life programme, which helps players stay healthy, educate themselves and foster interests and careers for them outside of the game.
Dr James Robson MBE highlights the importance of mental health awareness and also talks about how Scottish Rugby have managed to keep their players safe during the recent pandemic.
Chris Paterson, Jamie McMillan and Rachel Malcolm review the 37-man British & Irish Lions squad selection announced today and throughout the episode we catch up with some of our Scottish Lions.
Duhan van der Merwe, Rory Sutherland and Hamish Watson join us from Edinburgh's new stadium, while Ali Price and Zander Fagerson join us from Scotstoun, with preparations continuing for the 1872 Cup fixture on Friday night.
Scotland captain Stuart Hogg speaks to us ahead of his third tour and Finn Russell calls in from Paris after being selected for his second tour.
cotland scrum half Jenny Maxwell joins us on the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week to chat about her return to rugby and review the Women's Six Nations tournament. Jenny tells us about her rehab and return to rugby after a tough year, how it was great to be back in camp and get a start against Wales in the final fixture of the Women's Six Nations and how the team belief has developed across the board over the last year.
Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm review Edinburgh v Zebre and Benneton v Glasgow Warriors PRO14 Rainbow Cup fixtures from the weekend and look ahead to the Summer Tour, which will be led by Mike Blair, with a Scotland A fixture followed by two away fixtures against Romania and Georgia.
Podcast hosts Chris Paterson and Jamie McMillan sit down with Scottish Rugby referees Hollie Davidson & Sam Grove-White to chat about their recent appointments to officiate in the delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Hollie and Sam tell us how they have been working towards Olympic selection over the last four years, how and when they found out they would be heading to Tokyo and their favourite moments from their 7s refereeing careers so far.
Chris, Hollie, Jamie and Sam discuss the three new Guinness PRO14 Rainbow Cup trial laws: red card replacement, captain's challenge and goal line drop-out.
Rachel Malcolm tells us what it was like commentating on Scotland's game against Italy last weekend and we look ahead to Scotland's final Women's Six Nations fixture against Wales this Saturday at Scotstoun, kick-off 5pm BST.
Podcast hosts Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan sit down with Chloe Rollie on the podcast this week ahead of the next Women's Six Nations fixture against Italy on Saturday and they also catch up with both Gregor Townsend and Steve Tandy following their recent Lions appointments.
Chloe Rollie looks ahead to Scotland against Italy at Scotstoun this weekend and talks about their plans on facing an aggressive Italian side and how their focus will be on themselves and sticking to their own team processes.
Chloe also talks about her busy schedule, playing in the Women's Six Nations, training for GB7s and playing in the Premiership for Harlequins.
Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend and Assistant Coach Steve Tandy are both on together this week to talk about being named in the coaching group for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa and tell us where and when they got the news from Warren Gatland.
Rachel Malcolm gives us an update on the injury which has ruled her out of this weekend's Six Nations fixture and we pay tribute to former Scotland scrum coach Massimo Cuttitta.
Podcast host Chris Paterson sits down with Chief Operating Officer, Dominic McKay to discuss the latest news from Scottish Rugby this week.
Dom talks about the positive business news this week with BT renewing their contract for another three years and bringing Peter Vardy back on board to become a Principal Partner and new front of shirt sponsor for Scotland men’s team.
Chris and Dom reflect on Scottish Rugby evolving throughout the years with our #AsOne philosophy and hear some of Dom's personal highlights including Melrose Sevens, Glasgow Warriors winning the PRO12 Final and getting through a challenging 2021 Guinness Six Nations with historic wins at Twickenham and Paris.
They look ahead to the future of Scottish Rugby and what is possible with aspects of the business including the return of grassroots rugby, the Women's national team throughout their Six Nations campaign and the new Guinness PRO14 Rainbow Cup.
Dominic McKay leaves Scottish Rugby next week after 13 years with the organisation, we wish him the best of luck in his new role at Celtic FC.
Hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm look ahead to the Women's Six Nations with Head Coach, Bryan Easson. Bryan Easson is excited to be back in camp with a focus on England this weekend and talks to us about the details in the management team to ensure they are ready as a team and prepared for the upcoming tournament. Rachel Malcolm talks us through the past year and the transition from Premiership rugby into the Scotland camp, alongside players who have not played since October. She also and explains how they have come together in training to stay calm, focussed and prepared for this weekend.
Chris, Rachel and Bryan review the men's historic win over France in the Guinness Six Nations and discuss Hamish Watson's performances after the flanker was nominated for the Guinness Six Nations Player of the Championship award. They also look back on Edinburgh and Glasgow's Guinness PRO14 performances from the weekend and look ahead to this weekend's European matches.
Hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm catch up with former Scotland internationalist Johnnie Beattie, who joins from the South of France, and Scotland Captain Stuart Hogg from inside Scotland camp to look ahead to France v Scotland tomorrow night.
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan sit down for one last podcast episode together to reflect on a big weekend of rugby.They review Glasgow Warriors win over Ospreys and Edinburgh's away win against Connacht in the Guinness PRO14 and look back at Scotland's narrow defeat to Ireland in Round 4 of the Guinness Six Nations. Al Kellock and Rachel Malcolm discuss what makes a good defensive line-out, review the performances of both the Irish and Scottish forwards on Sunday and give an insight into the forwards training schedule on and off the field. Jamie McMillan updates us on the latest Scottish Rugby news with the announcement from World Rugby on the new women's global 15's format and news that Scottish referee Hollie Davidson will take charge of her first Guinness PRO14 match this weekend between Munster and Benetton.
After more than 90 episodes, Al Kellock will be "retiring" from the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week to take on his new role as Managing Director of Glasgow Warriors...congratulations Al and all the best!
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan catch up with Scotland Head Coach, Gregor Townsend to reflect on the Guinness Six Nations so far and look ahead to the remaining Scotland fixtures. Gregor Townsend gives us his opinion on the opening rounds of the Guinness Six Nations and the postponement of the France game, the privileged position they're in, with them able to continue to play professional sport through the current pandemic and what it felt like to win away at Twickenham for the first time in 38 years and bring home the Calcutta Cup. Gregor looks ahead to facing a tough, physical Ireland side this weekend and the planning and preparations in place to finish off the tournament against Italy and France.
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan catch up with Scotland 7s Ross McCann from inside the GB Sevens camp. Ross McCann, who has been selected for the Great Britain Sevens training squad alongside five other Scottish men and six women players, calls in from camp in Loughborough to tell us about how he found out he had been selected in the squad and how it has been settling into camp in the first few days alongside his Welsh and English team mates. Ross looks ahead to the 2021 Olympic Games, scheduled to take place in Tokyo in July and August of this year, with the focus on team selection and bringing home a gold medal.
Al, Chris, Rachel and Jamie review the Guinness Six Nations action from last weekend, as well as the Guinness PRO14 matches involving Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors.
Rachel Malcolm also talks about the news this week that it has been recommended that the women's 2021 Rugby World Cup is postponed until next year.
Earlier this week, hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcom and Jamie McMillan sat down with Scottish Rugby's Chief Executive, Mark Dodson. Mark Dodson talks about the Scotland national team and the challenges faced by both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors this season as we navigate through a global pandemic. He also discusses the player pathway system, highlights the quality of players coming through the FOSROC Academy, looks ahead to the Guinness PRO14 Rainbow Cup and bringing communities back together with the return of grassroots rugby. He's asked about possible changes to the international season and what that could look like and he talks about the future of the Women's game in Scotland. Our hosts also look back at Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors in the Guinness PRO14 last weekend, as Glasgow lost narrowly to Ulster and Munster beat Edinburgh at BT Murrayfield.
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson, Rachel Malcom and Jamie McMillan reflect on Round 2 of the Guinness Six Nations and look ahead to Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors in Guinness PRO14 action this weekend. On this week's episode we discuss the key moments and stand-out performances from Saturdays thrilling encounter at BT Murrayfield. One point separated Scotland and Wales, with Wayne Pivac's side coming out victorious in Round 2 of the Guinness Six Nations (24-25). We also look ahead to the return of the Guinness PRO14 this weekend, with Glasgow Warriors hosting Ulster at Scotstoun and Edinburgh at home to Munster at BT Murrayfield.
On the podcast this week we reflect on a great weekend for Scottish rugby and look ahead to Scotland v Wales with Scotland scrum half Ali Price. Hosts Chris Paterson, Jamie McMillan and Rachel Malcolm reflect on round 1 of the Guinness Six Nations including Scotland's Calcutta Cup win from the weekend and review the Scotland team selected to play Wales this weekend. Ali Price joins Chris Paterson from camp to discuss Scotland's on field performance against England and how the focus has now changed to recovery and preparations so the team can look to back up their performance against Wales.
On the podcast this week our hosts catch up with Zander Fagerson from inside the Scotland camp and discuss the team selection ahead of Scotland's Calcutta Cup clash against England this weekend. Zander Fagerson, who will be starting against England as tight-head prop this weekend, tells us about settling back into camp, getting to know the new players and how much he is looking forward to facing England this weekend at Twickenham after earning his first cap against them back in 2016. Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm discuss today's team announcement, giving their insight on the forward pack and back-line, including Cameron Redpath's inclusion, with the Bath centre set to make his debut at Twickenham. They also chat about all of this week's news, including the rescheduled Women's Six Nations fixtures.
This week our hosts catch up with former Scotland and British & Irish Lions prop Tom Smith and Scotland forwards coach John Dalziel ahead of the Guinness Six Nations campaign kicking off next weekend.
Tom Smith, who has been fighting colorectal cancer for 14 months gives us an update on his health and how he has become an ambassador for 40tude, a UK bowel cancer charity.
As well as talking about his international rugby career and his quick journey from a Scotland cap to the 1997 British & Irish Lions tour, he looks ahead next month's Guinness Six Nations and gives us his thoughts on the current Scotland squad.
John Dalziel joins us from inside the Scotland camp to talk us through the squad selected for the upcoming Guinness Six Nations, his coaching journey to the national team and how things are settling down and progressing in the first few days of camp.
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm catch up with special guests Rob Wainwright, Ally McCoist and Mark Beaumont to update us on the Doddie Aid challenge and Jamie McMillan sits down with Head Coach, Gregor Townsend to talk us though his squad selection.
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm catch up with Scottish Rugby referee's Mike Adamson and Hollie Davidson for our first podcast of 2021. Mike and Hollie discuss their recent appointments, the changes to training and preparation within the Scottish Rugby set-up and how they have had to adapt their on-field refereeing due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Hollie tells us her pathway from player to referee and Mike, who will officiate England v Italy in round two of the Guinness Six Nations, gives us an insight into his transition from Scotland 7s to becoming an international referee.
To end 2020 hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson, Jamie McMillan and Rachel Malcolm pick their Fantasy XV. After a lot of deliberation and miscommunication Chris Paterson set out his criteria as a current World XV, Al Kellock selected from Scottish players in the last 20 years and Rachel Malcolm picked her fantasy XV of current Scotland players. So listen to hear when combined together who made into their final fantasy XV selection.
Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend and captain Stuart Hogg react to today’s draw for the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France. Scotland have been drawn with reigning champions South Africa and Ireland, along with two other countries, the team which finishes top of the Asia/Pacific Qualification tournament and the second top side from the European qualifying competition.
On this week’s podcast, we’re joined by Scotland international Huw Jones. The Glasgow Warriors back talks about what it has been like changing positon to full-back this season and what he is expecting this weekend when Glasgow Warriors travel to play Exeter Chiefs in the European Champions Cup.
Chris Paterson, Al Kellock and Jamie McMillan look back on Scotland’s defeat to Ireland in the Autumn Nations Cup and ahead to this weekend’s games in the European Champions Cup, with Edinburgh at home to La Rochelle on Saturday and Glasgow away to Exeter on Sunday.
New Scottish Rugby Chairman, John Jeffrey and President, Ian Barr are also on this week’s episode to discuss the challenges they’ve faced due to COVID-19 and their hopes for the year ahead.
This week we hear from Scotland centre, Duncan Taylor on his rugby career so far and life inside the Scotland camp, as the team prepare to face Ireland on Saturday on the final weekend of the Autumn Nations Cup. Duncan tells us about how he is glad to be back in camp after a period of being injured, starting alongside Jaco van der Walt this weekend, touring with Al Kellock in 2013 and how preparations are going to take on former Saracens coach Andy Farrell's Ireland in Dublin on Saturday. Al, Chris and Jamie discuss the pathways to international rugby, look ahead to Ireland v Scotland and the challenges Scotland might face and they review both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors PRO14 fixtures.
Scotland assistant coach Mike Blair joins hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast from inside the Scotland camp.
Mike tells us about what the week ahead looks like in camp, how the coaches and analysts prepare for the final weekend, the challenges coaching international rugby compared to club rugby and finding the balance in attack and defence.
Al, Chris and Rachel give their views on the Autumn Nations Cup fixtures from the weekend and Glasgow v Munster from Monday night.
Scotland scrum-half, Ali Price joins hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast to chat about the opening fixture of the Autumn Nations Cup against Italy and what they expect this weekend against France.
Ali Price tells us about how he feels facing scrum-half Antoine Dupont, the atmosphere in the Scotland camp, how they have been keeping busy in their downtime with games of chess and warzone and the changes in the team to play against France. Al, Chris and Rachel review Italy v Scotland and Leinster v Edinburgh from the weekend and the Scotland team selected to play on Sunday. Watch the match live on Amazon Prime Video – Scotland v France Sunday 22 November (kick-off 3.15pm GMT).
Scotland Centre, Chris Harris joins hosts Chris Paterson and Al Kellock on this week's podcast to chat about his rugby journey from Carlisle RFC to the Premiership and international rugby stage. Chris Harris tells us about his favourite international moments including being selected for the 2019 Rugby World Cup and the atmosphere the fans bring to BT Murrayfield, how preparations are going for their first Autumn Nations Cup game against Italy on Saturday and how the squad are keeping busy in their downtime. Al Kellock catches up with Scotland captain and co-host Rachel Malcolm around the disappointing news of the remaining Women's Six Nations fixtures being cancelled and the Rugby World Cup Qualifiers being postponed. Al and Chris discuss the performances of both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors in the Guinness PRO14 and the Scotland team selected to play Italy on Saturday. Watch the match live on Amazon Prime Video – Italy v Scotland, Saturday 14 November (kick-off 12.45pm GMT).
Head Coach, Gregor Townsend joined hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast to discuss the Guinness Six Nations and upcoming Autumn Nations Cup.Gregor Townsend discusses the strength and depth of his Autumn Nations squad, updates us on Finn Russell and Adam Hastings injuries sustained against Wales and tells us what he expects to see from Italy in the first Autumn Nations Cup match. Al, Chris, Rachel and Jamie review our final Guinness Six Nations match of the year and our first win in Wales since 2002 as well as Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors weekend performances. Rachel Malcolm gives an update from the Women's camp after their postponed game against Wales
International rugby has returned. Scotland and Glasgow Warriors hooker, Fraser Brown and Scotland and Stirling County winger, Rachel Shankland join hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast. Fraser Brown talks to us about captaining his country for the first time on Friday night, the milestone moments for his team mates and how they were celebrated off the pitch under the COVID-19 restrictions, managing the game against Georgia and preparing for the final game of the Guinness Six Nations against Wales this weekend. Scotland Women debutant, Rachel Shankland gave us an insight into her journey to the national team, how it felt to score against France in her first game and the belief the Scotland Women's team has for the Rugby World Cup Qualifiers.
Scotland and Edinburgh Winger, Darcy Graham joins hosts Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm on this week's podcast to give an insight into the Scotland camp and his return to international rugby where he will face Georgia at BT Murrayfield tomorrow night. Darcy discusses the change from club level to international level, the COVID-19 protocols in place in the Scotland camp and his return to the pitch on Friday night alongside Edinburgh team mates Blair Kinghorn and Duhan Van Der Merwe after missing this year’s Guinness Six Nations due to injury. Chris and Rachel discuss the team announcement including the 6-2 split on the bench, the Heineken Champions Cup Final and Rachel updates us on the women's build up to Scotland v France at Scotstoun on Sunday, kick off 2.20pm.
On this week's podcast Jamie chats with Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend after naming his 40-man squad for the upcoming Autumn Internationals.
Hosts Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Rachel Malcolm discuss the selection of three uncapped players - Duhan van der Merwe, Oli Kebble and Scott Steele, returning faces including Blair Cowan and Ritchie Gray, the injured players list and the depth of the squad selected. They also reflect on the second round of the Guinness PRO14 after a late win from Munster over Edinburgh (25-23) and a win for Glasgow at home to Scarlets (20-7).
Professor Jason Leitch and Dr James Robson join us on this week's podcast to give us an update on the current COVID-19 situation and the protocols in place to create a safe Scotland camp for both the men and women's team to return to international rugby this month.
Glasgow Warriors & Scotland second row, Scott Cummings joins us on the podcast alongside hosts Rachel Malcolm, Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Jamie McMillan to talk about facing Connacht away in the opening round of the Guinness PRO14 this weekend and the season ahead for both Scotland and Glasgow Warriors.
Interim Head Coach, Bryan Easson joins Rachel Malcolm, Al Kellock and Chris Paterson on this weeks Official Scottish Rugby podcast to talk about getting the squad back into camp, their upcoming fixtures against France, Wales and Italy and the goal of qualifying for the Rugby World Cup. Bryan discusses his coaching style and the support from his assistant coaches, the energy in camp and the growing support of the women’s game. Al, Chris and Rachel catch up on Edinburgh’s disappointing Challenge Cup match from the weekend and look ahead to the Guinness PRO14 restarting.
Scotland Captain Stuart Hogg joins us on this week’s podcast to discuss life in the premiership, playing alongside newly signed Jonny Gray at Exeter Chiefs and the upcoming Autumn Nations Cup fixtures.
Rachel Malcolm, Al Kellock and Chris Paterson look back at the Guinness PRO14 semi-finals and discuss who they think is going to come out on top in this weekend’s final.
Former Scotland international Alex Grove is one of our guests on this week’s podcast to talk about his fundraising challenge to swim across the English Channel and Macron’s Senior Marketing Manager Ross Cook talks about the process of designing the new Scotland kit. We also look ahead to Edinburgh’s Guinness PRO14 semi-final this weekend.
Scotland and Edinburgh backrower Hamish Watson reflects on the win over Glasgow Warriors and looks ahead to the second match against Danny Wilson’s side in front of a limited number of spectators at BT Murrayfield this Friday night, which will be the first ‘pilot’ event to be held in Scotland since the COVID-19 lockdown.
Edinburgh captain Stuart McInally and Glasgow Warriors co-captain Ryan Wilson join Chris Paterson, Al Kellock, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan to look ahead to the first professional rugby match in Scotland in almost six months, with the clubs set to go head-to-head on Saturday 22 August.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are joined by Professor Jason Leith and Chief Operating Officer Dominic McKay who update us on the current COVID-19 situation in Scotland, plans for the season ahead, the Women's Game and the upcoming Autumn Tests.
On this week's episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, we are joined by Scotland international and Edinburgh centre Mark Bennett. The 27-year-old Olympic medallist joins former Scotland internationals Al Kellock and Chris Paterson, and current Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm to reflect on his playing career so far.
The hosts also discuss the rescheduled 2020 Women’s Six Nations fixtures and qualification for the 2021 Rugby World Cup, as well as Scotland’s rescheduled Guinness Six Nations fixture against Wales.
This week we’re joined by Scotland and Glasgow Warriors back Kyle Steyn who reflects on his international debut in the win over France at BT Murrayfield and talks about what it’s like being back in training with the Warriors.
Scotland international Sam Skinner joins us this week to talk about what it was like making his debut for Scotland back in 2018. He also reflects on the disappointment of missing out on last year’s Rugby World Cup due to injury and tells us how happy he is at Exeter Chiefs, with a growing contingent of Scotland internationals.
On the podcast this week, Cumnock RFC's Dillon Naismith talks to us about his experience of suffering a cardiac arrest on the rugby pitch in 2017 and then going on to make a full recovery to take on a coaching role at the club. New Scotland fan Justin Bedard calls in from the USA and tells us why he and his son Joey have started supporting Scotland..
Former Scotland international David Denton and current Scotland international Panashe Muzambe join Al Kellock, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan on this week’s Official Scottish Rugby Podcast.
The pair, originally from Zimbabwe, have both arrived in Scotland and gone on to play international rugby.
David talks about what he’s been doing since he hung up his boots last year and how he has been coping during lockdown, while Panashe discusses her journey to Edinburgh and reflects on her first cap for Scotland in January.
On this week’s episode Doddie Weir joins us from his home in the Borders as he gets ready to celebrate his 50th birthday and current Scotland international Molly Wright talks us through her journey to the national team.
Scottish Rugby’s Chief Operating Officer answers your questions and provides an update on Scotland Season Passes, the global season and discussions with the Scottish Government. Harris FP RFC President Keith Macleod also joins us to talk about his journey to becoming a club president at the age of 28.
Former Scotland international Thom Evans joins Al Kellock, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan to discuss playing for Scotland and Glasgow Warriors, as well as explaining why he decided to take part in reality TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and The X Factor: Celebrity. Scottish Rugby's Director of Rugby Development Sheila Begbie also provides an update on the Club Hardship Fund.
Former Scotland internationals Scott Murray and Chris Cusiter join Al Kellock and Rachel Malcolm to talk about their lives in the USA and Scotland’s National Clinical Director Jason Leitch returns to give an update on the impact COVID-19 is having on rugby in Scotland.
On this week's Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, Al Kellock, Rachel Malcolm and Jamie McMillan are joined by three members of the Scottish Rugby leadership group to discuss the latest updates in relation to COVID-19 and the impact on rugby in Scotland.
Covering the professional and domestic game, Dominic McKay, Dr James Robson and Sheila Begbie provide an update on when rugby could return as well what professional rugby training will look light when the Scottish Government give them the green light to proceed.
This week, current Scotland captains Stuart Hogg and Rachel Malcolm join Al Kellock and Jamie McMillan to discuss leadership styles. The captains of both the men’s and women’s teams are on the podcast together for the first time to give an exclusive insight into how they lead their respective international sides.
Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend looks back on the Guinness Six Nations and talks about the postponement of the Summer Tour and what he's been doing during the lockdown period. Ben Atiga and Rachel Malcolm are also on the show this week to discuss Mental Health Awareness Week.
Scottish Rugby's new Performance Director, Jim Mallinder talks about his journey to Edinburgh, while the Scottish Government's National Clinical Director, Jason Leitch talks rugby and gives an update on COVID-19.
This week, former Scotland Captain, Greig Laidlaw and former Scotland international Johnnie Beattie joined Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Jamie McMillan on the latest episode of The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, together with the Royal Bank of Scotland to discuss life in France and retiring from international rugby.
Scottish Michelin Star chef Tom Kitchin and Scottish Rugby’s Performance Nutritionist Tom Coughlin, joined Al Kellock, Chris Paterson and Jamie McMillan on the latest episode of The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, together with the Royal Bank of Scotland.
Kitchin, who talked about his love of sport and his experiences during lockdown, will be bringing some of his culinary knowledge to Scottish rugby fans next week.
On The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, hosts Jamie McMillan, Al Kellock and Chris Paterson speak to Scottish Rugby’s Chief Operating Officer and Guinness PRO14 Board member, Dominic McKay.
Dominic gives an update on the ever-changing landscape and talks about the processes which have been put in place to monitor the affects COVID-19 is having on rugby in Scotland. He also talks about the challenges around resuming rugby once the Government restrictions have been lifted and answers some questions from supporters.
With Silver Saturday supposed to take place this weekend, Al and Chris also discuss their favourite club grounds and tell some interesting stories from their playing days.
On The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, hosts Jamie McMillan, Al Kellock and Chris Paterson catch up with Scotland 7s Max MacFarland and Robbie Fergusson and we hear from Scottish Rugby Chief Executive, Mark Dodson.
On The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, hosts Al Kellock and Chris Paterson caught up with former Scotland international Glenn Metcalfe all the way from Hamilton, New Zealand.
Tune in to the latest episode to hear Glenn (Snowy) discuss his international career taking us back to the 99 era and Scotland's Five Nations title-winning campaign, the significance of his white boots and his life now as a firefighter in New Zealand.
Watch the Scotland v Wales, 1999 live match replay on Friday (10 April), 7pm on our Facebook & YouTube Channels.
On The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, we caught up with Edinburgh and Scotland backrower Jamie Ritchie and discussed the 2019/20 domestic rugby season update with Director of Rugby, Sheila Begbie and Competitions and Compliance Manager, Vicky Cox.
On The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast this week, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, hosts Jamie McMillan, Al Kellock and Chris Paterson catch up with Scotland Captain Stuart Hogg and Dr James Robson (MBE). John Manson updates us on Old Glory from Washington DC.
This week on The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, host Al Kellock sits down with Scotland Assistant Coach, Steve Tandy to discuss his defence role and Guinness Six Nations campaign so far. We also catch up with Scottish Rugby President Dee Bradbury before she embarks on her 50km trek through the Atlas Mountains to raise money for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
This week on The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, together with Royal Bank of Scotland, host Jamie McMillan returns and we catch up with Hamish Watson and Scotland U20 captain Rory Darge.
Hosts Jamie McMillan, Al Kellock and Chris Paterson look forward to the weekend's fixtures against France, take a look back at Edinburgh and Glasgow’s Guinness PRO14 results and sit down with Hamish Watson for a quick fire question round.
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The Official Scottish Rugby Podcast sits down with Scotland and Edinburgh loosehead prop Rory Sutherland this week. Al Kellock catches up with him after training to discuss his latest Guinness Six Nations caps, a Scotland win against Italy and growing up in the Borders. Al Kellock and Chris Paterson also reflect on all the action from the weekend.
Our podcast hosts, Chris Paterson and Al Kellock, visit the Scotland camp to bring you this weeks episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, together with Royal Bank of Scotland as they talk Guinness Six Nations, PRO14 Rugby, Old Glory and the upcoming Italy fixtures for Scotland teams.
Joined by Assistant Coach Mike Blair, they look ahead to the team travelling to Rome for Round 3. Listen in as Mike talks about the new additions to the squad, what the training week looks like ahead of that test and the type of rugby that Italy play.
Also in the studio Mike, Al and Chris analyse the past weekend’s Guinness PRO14 fixtures as Glasgow Warriors hosted Zebre at Scotstoun and Edinburgh travel to play Scarlets in the tough conditions of Storm Dennis.
Scottish Rugby referee Hollie Davidson is on international duty this weekend as she’ll referee the England v Ireland fixture on Sunday. We hear from Hollie as she discusses her early memories in rugby, how she came so close to earning an international cap and why she loves the sport.
The latest episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast, together with Royal Bank of Scotland is brought to you from Scotstoun this week. Our podcast hosts, Chris Paterson and Al Kellock, talk through all three of the fixtures from the England weekend including Scotland U20, Women and the Calcutta Cup fixture at BT Murrayfield.
We feature exclusive interviews from the Scotland v England game as we hear from Scott Cummings at the full-time whistle at BT Murrayfield and from the post-match press conference with Head Coach Gregor Townsend and Captain Stuart Hogg.
Also on this episode, we speak to John Manson at Old Glory DC. Formally at Glasgow Warriors as Rugby Operations Manager, John talks about settling in at the Washington club and the work he has been doing in the role since making the move. Old Glory DC played their first fixture of the MLR Season and John talks about that first outing in the conference, the squad and his duties at the club.
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Together with Royal Bank of Scotland, the latest episode of the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast reflects on the opening weekend of the Six Nations. Our podcast hosts, Chris Paterson and Al Kellock, catch up with Scotland’s Adam Hastings and Lisa Thomson and talk about the Ireland fixtures in the Six Nations. Also in this episode, Scotland Women Captain Rachel Malcolm talks to us from training camp about the progress of the squad.
This week on the Official Scottish Rugby Podcast together with Royal Bank of Scotland Chris Paterson joins the Scotland squad at their training camp in Spain where we speak with Fraser Brown and Jamie Ritchie. We also catch up with Scotland captains Stuart Hogg and Rachel Malcolm plus sit down with former Scotland International and now FOSROC Super6 player, Ayrshire Bulls' Gordy Reid.
On this weeks episode Greig Laidlaw, Scotland’s most capped Captain, calls time on his International career. Last week, Greig invited Jamie over to France to discuss his decision and talk about his Scotland career, family life and his plans for the future.
This week Al and Chris sit down with Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend for his first in depth interview since returning from Japan. They reflect on the World Cup while also looking ahead to the imminent 1872 Cup and Guinness 6 Nations.
On this week’s episode, our podcast hosts talk about the career of John Barclay as he announces his retirement from the International game. We are also joined in the studio with the authors of the Gammell/Murray Report which is an Independent Corporate Governance and Business Review of Scottish Rugby Union.