All posts tagged "Gregor Townsend"
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoTaking summer off ‘best thing’ for Scotland pair Stuart Hogg and Finn Russell
Gregor Townsend has revealed that talisman Finn Russell and captain Stuart Hogg have been excused from Scotland‘s summer tour in order...
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Six Nations
/ 4 years agoFirst 50 pleases Gregor
HEAD coach Gregor Townsend said Scotland will “take confidence” from the win despite a ragged finish in Rome. “We’re delighted with...
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Six Nations
/ 4 years agoScotland attempt to end France’s Grand Slam
Scotland host France as they attempt to bounce back from their disappointing defeat against Wales in round three of the Guinness...
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Latest News
/ 4 years agoTon-up Biggar: One of my best wins
Done it! Liam Williams punches the air in celebration as Wales win the decisive penalty PICTURE: Getty Images DAN Biggar hit...
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International Rugby
/ 4 years agoEngland’s fledglings still have a point to prove
Eddie Jones was rewarded for placing his faith in the next generation of English talent as his side enjoyed a series...
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Latest News
/ 4 years agoSaracens culture is king for Kelly
PAUL REES talks to coach Kelly Brown about the special values at Saracens Once a Saracen, always a Saracen. Kelly Brown...
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/ 4 years ago‘Good day for the new boys’
GREGOR Townsend sung the praises of tryscroing wingers Kyle Steyn and Rufus McLean. “Kyle is a very hard worker who sometimes...
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/ 4 years agoENGLAND AND SCOTLAND AUTUMN NATIONS SERIES TICKETS TO BE WON
WIN a pair of tickets to England v Tonga or Scotland v South Africa courtesy of Dove Men + Care! Dove...
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/ 4 years agoIt’s four for Steyn as Scotland tyros shine
By BRENDAN GALLAGHER Scotland ............60pts Tries: Maclean 6, 14; Steyn 21, 32, 38, 80; Schoeman 28, Turner 49, Haining 70, Kebble...
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Latest News
/ 4 years agoRapid Rufus set to be let off the leash against Tonga
By BRYN PALMER SCOTLAND are poised to unleash the “electric” Rufus McLean on Test rugby on Saturday as they launch their...
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Features
/ 4 years agoYoung Guns: Glasgow Warriors lock Max Williamson
Scotland will boast plenty of experience at next year’s U20 Six Nations after prioritising first-year academy players in their squad last...
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Latest News
/ 4 years agoScots snap up Zondagh
TOULOUSE coach Alan- Basson Zondagh has joined Gregor Townsend’s Scotland coaching team, focusing on attack. The 35-year-old South African replaces Mike...
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/ 4 years agoLions have blind spot for English flankers in Test series openers | Peter Jackson
How the each of the four unions have contributed to first Test selection on Lions tours going back to 1971, and...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 4 years agoAll three Lions Tests to be held at Cape Town Stadium
The second and third Tests were set to take place in Johannesburg, based in the province with the highest coronavirus infection...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 4 years agoSigma Lions 14-56 Lions: ‘Warrenball’ no more as fluid Lions show flair
A RUNAWAY victory against markedly inferior opposition usually offers little value, but for Warren Gatland’s Lions every match in the build-up...
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Latest News
/ 4 years agoHastings and Horn can inspire Covid-wrecked Scottish squad
By BRYN PALMER SCOTTISH Rugby performance director Jim Mallinder has challenged Scotland’s next generation to step up and show their leadership...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 4 years agoScotland captaincy eases pain for Jamie Ritchie
After missing out on Lions selection, flanker Jamie Ritchie has found inspiration from NRL coach Frank Ponissi to lead Scotlan
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoTownsend: Saracens five will be rejuvenated by Lions selections
Owen Farrell, Maro Itoje, Elliot Daly, Jamie George and Mako Vunipola were all included in Warren Gatland's Lions squad
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoManu Tuilagi nears full fitness to give legs to Lions chance
LIONS attack coach Gregor Townsend is due to meet with Manu Tuilagi, who could yet make the tour to South Africa...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoTandy has the talent to muzzle Springboks | Shane Williams
Shane Williams and Lions defence coach Steve Tandy go way back to when both were apprentices at Neath
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoLions will be motivated by pain of World Cup – McBryde
NEW British & Irish Lions forwards coach Robin McBryde says his team can use the hurt of Wales’ and England’s...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoTownsend’s experience can spark Lions attack | Jeremy Guscott
Gregor Townsend is on the ticket list for the South Africa tour, a wise choice made by Warren Gatland in the...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoGregor: One of our best ever seasons
SCOTLAND’S Six Nations campaign feels like “one of our best-ever seasons” said head coach Gregor Townsend after they beat France in...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 5 years agoJono Gibbes favourite for Clermont Auvergne job
Richard Cockerill has also been linked with a move away from Edinburgh to the Top 14 giants
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoFrance 23-27 Scotland: Scots joy as Six Nations classic goes right to wire
Brendan Gallagher reports on the showstopper in Paris
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoBiarritz explore options far and wide | James Harrington
With signings Steffon Armitage and Henry Speight in the fold, ProD2 Biarritz are poised to launch a promotion bid this season....
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoScotland 52-10 Italy: Worst-ever finish for under-fire Italians
Scotland wrapped up the try bonus point within the first half-four at Murrayfield
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/ 5 years agoTownsend hopeful of having England-based players for Paris trip
SCOTLAND head coach Gregor Townsend believes his side can deliver a first win in Paris for 22 years after learning he...
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/ 5 years agoRussell’s my starter at 10 for Lions says Henderson
■By GARY HEATLY Lions front runner: Finn Russell FINN Russell’s all-round game has shown marked improvements during this year’s Six...
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Six Nations
/ 5 years agoScots’ success hinges on Paris performance
Brendan Gallagher looks at key issues Gregor Townsend must address PREVIEW… France v Scotland February 28. Kick-off 3pm, Stade de France...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoNeck issue raises concerns over Cameron Redpath so early into Scotland career
Gregor Townsend has made three changes to the Scotland side that beat England in the Six Nations
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Miscellaneous
/ 5 years agoSaracens ring rust costly for England
By GARY FITZGERALD Dejected: Dan Robson, George Ford and Elliot Daly feel the pain PICTURE: Getty Images Felt good: Jamie George...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoSam Skinner enjoying new-found freedom at Exeter Chiefs
The Exeter and Scotland lock is looking to hit double figures every game in all the stats that count in the...
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/ 5 years agoEngland 6-11 Scotland: Hogg heroes make Eddie lads look like a pig’s ear
Nick Cain reports from Twickenham on where England simply failed to turn up in Round 1 of the Six Nations
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoDan Lydiate is the man to turn Wales into Six Nations contenders | Shane Williams
Even with Josh Navidi returning to full fitness, Shane Williams points to the significance Lydiate can hold within the Wales squad
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoCameron Redpath called up to Scotland’s Six Nations squad
Bath centre among four uncapped players named by Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend in 2021 Six Nations squad
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoGregor Townsend signs new Scotland deal to 2023 Rugby World Cup
The Scotland head coach has inked a two-year extension with Scottish Rugby
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/ 5 years agoGlasgow Warriors back row Matt Fagerson inspired by brother’s Scotland rise
The Warriors No.8 is intent on cementing himself as a starter under Gregor Townsend in the national side
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoGraham chases ‘dream’ season to emulate Dad
By JON NEWCOMBE GARY GRAHAM insists there is no limit to Newcastle’s ambitions this season after they marked their return to...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoSpeedster Stanger remembers those glory days
By GARY HEATLY Debut try: Stanger scoring for Scotland against Fiji SCOTLAND are aiming to record six Test wins on the...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoHogg fired up to make it six wins on the spin
By BRYN PALMER PREVIEW... Scotland v France Today. Kick-off 3.15pm, Murrayfield. Amazon Prime SCOTLAND captain Stuart Hogg insists his side will...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years ago‘Gregor’s half-time roasting hurt us’
STRONGwords from coach Gregor Townsend at half-time put Scotland back on track in Florence as the side continues to build momentum...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoCooney on hand to keep Ulster on track
ULSTER skills coach Dan Soper believes the advantage lies with Glasgow Warriors ahead of their clash at the Kingspan tomorrow evening,...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoScots face No.10 crisis
FINN Russell and Adam Hastings have been ruled out of Scotland’s squad for the Nations Cup after suffering injury against Wales...
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Miscellaneous
/ 5 years agoPivac: We must win any how now
By ALEX BYWATER WAYNE Pivac and Alun Wyn Jones admitted Wales have to start winning now, beginning with their Autumn Nations...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoGlasgow boosted by Scotland returnees
■By ADAM ELLIS Preview Glasgow v Leinster Monday, Kick-off 8.15pm, Scotstoun GLASGOW WARRIORS welcome back eight players released by Scotland head...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoBlair’s battled his dark times
By GARY HEATLY Recall: Blair Cowan SCOTLAND back row Blair Cowan has battled through the “dark times” and is now on...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoHarrington column: Handre Pollard a doubt for Lions tour after ACL horror
James Harrington recaps the second round of Top 14 action, in which £1m man Pollard was dealt a cruel blow
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Premiership
/ 5 years agoNo let-up… increasing momentum key for Sam
■ By NEALE HARVEY EXETER No.9 Sam Hidalgo- Clyne says there will be no complacency against Worcester as the leagueleaders seek...
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English Gallagher Premiership
/ 5 years agoLeicester signing Matt Scott feels no pressure to replace Tuilagi void
Left in limbo by Edinburgh last Christmas, ex-Gloucester centre Scott has managed to turn uncertainty into a second stint in the...
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