Having been part of the squad that secured famous home and away victories against the French giants back in the 2018/19 season, Gilchrist is eager for the current squad to replicate that success this Sunday at Hive Stadium. Reflecting on those famous wins, Gilchrist said: “Like they are now, they were a big, powerful side. […]
The capital club returns to the elite Investec Champions Cup, and Everitt sees the opening round fixture as a crucial measuring stick for his squad. “Yes, it is [an exciting weekend],” he said. “I think the guys are excited to be back in the Champions Cup. One of the biggest competitions in the world. Playing […]
The emphatic win at Hive Stadium, which Lawrie felt had the stadium “absolutely bouncing,” was a crucial response after a frustrating start to the season. “In terms of the performance at the weekend, it was great,” Lawrie said, reflecting on the victory. “We wanted to put on a show for the fans as well, because […]
Head Coach Sean Everitt has been impressed with the Italian team’s evolution and knows his squad must be at their best to secure a victory. “Benetton have done well,” Everitt said. “They’ve changed the way they play. They’ve had to grow and they certainly look a better outfit than what they showed last year. They’re […]
That’s precisely what Marshall Sykes and the rest of the Edinburgh Rugby squad experienced last weekend when their eagerly awaited clash against Ulster at Hive Stadium was postponed due to storm force winds. But according to the industrious lock, that thwarted momentum has simply been repackaged as ‘pent-up energy’ ready to be unleashed in the […]
After preparing all week to face Ulster in front of a sell-out crowd, the squad was forced into a sharp pivot. Now, with frustration firmly channelled, the focus is fixed entirely on the trip to face Munster in Cork this Friday night. The unexpected weekend off has allowed for a mental reset and, crucially, the […]
Edinburgh Rugby Attack Coach Scott Mathie does not mince words when reflecting on the team’s narrow Round 1 defeat to Zebre Parma last weekend, a result that felt like a punch to the gut after a promising pre-season. “Oh, really disappointed, obviously. I guess everyone was quite frustrated with that performance,” Mathie admitted. The defeat […]
For Goosen, this recognition is more than just an individual honour; it’s a testament to his resilience and growth after a challenging inaugural season in Scotland. “It was a pretty amazing award to win,” Goosen shared, reflecting on his Player of the Season triumph. “After my first year here, it was a little goal of […]
Head Coach Sean Everitt is under no illusions about the challenge his side faces against the Gallagher Premiership high-flyers, but senses the opportunity for a momentous step towards a European final. Speaking ahead of the crucial encounter, Everitt acknowledged the formidable threat posed by Johann van Graan’s Bath outfit. “Yes, they’ve been the form team […]
Following a hard-fought European quarter-final victory over the Vodacom Bulls, Mathie is keen to see his team build on that momentum against another South African opponent. When asked about his messaging ahead of the weekend, Mathie as emphasised the need for unwavering focus. “In the URC, there is a small margin for error. I think for […]