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McBurney pens one-year extension

The Scottish qualified front-rower has been a consistent performer since joining the capital side from Ulster in 2021, scoring six tries in 20 total appearances. The hard-running hooker who has been named vice-captain on several occasions, has notched up four tries this current campaign, grabbing braces against Zebre Parma and Cell C Sharks. On penning a new deal, […]

Celebrate Fan Appreciation Night at Ospreys!

With plenty happening on the night to acknowledge the tremendous support from the capital faithful throughout the 22/23 campaign, fans are encouraged to get along to DAM Health Stadium early ahead of a huge night of rugby against the Welsh region. Supporters can also look forward to plenty of fun post-match with player and coach […]

Kinghorn named stand-off for Italian finale

In the pack, Sam Skinner comes into the second row, with Hamish Watson returning at openside flanker. Kinghorn will partner Ben White (scrum-half) as part of a back division containing the same centre pairing of Sione Tuipulotu – named as a vice-captain – and Huw Jones for the fifth straight game. Smith completes a back […]

Academy trio step up to pro deals

All three players graduate to full-time contracts with the club’s senior squad having progressed through the FOSROC Scottish Rugby Academy system, as well as the capital side’s stage three academy, led by Academy Coach Rob Chrystie. Paterson made his professional debut against Ulster aged 19 in June 2021, becoming Edinburgh Rugby player #1297, while Scott […]

Diamond joins as Lead Rugby Consultant

Diamond will join Edinburgh Rugby on Monday 20 March and will work with the existing coaching team. Diamond takes post as Edinburgh Rugby prepare for two vital away fixtures against Connacht and Leicester Tigers later this month, with both a place in the BKT URC top eight and Heineken Champions Cup Quarter-Finals still up for […]

Five selected for Triple Crown decider

Pierre Schoeman (loosehead prop) and back-row Jamie Ritchie – who once again skippers the side – start in the Scotland pack as British & Irish Lion Duhan van der Merwe continues on the wing. Hamish Watson and Blair Kinghorn are both named among the replacements as Scotland go in search of a first Triple Crown […]

McInally and Boffelli return as Scotland trio start ‘cup final’ encounter

McInally (concussion) has been cleared for action having progressed through the graduated return to play protocol, with Boffelli is now fit and poised to make his first appearance since December (against Glasgow Warriors). Head Coach Mike Blair makes three further changes to the side that faced Scarlets a fortnight ago. Ben Vellacott gets the nod at scrum-half as Lee-Roy […]

Papa Johns Tartan Touch kicks-off at Leinster!

One of those activities will be a Papa Johns Tartan Touch festival that will run on Pitch 2 (situated behind the Lothian Stand) from 3.45pm to 4.45pm, with teams from rom Dalkeith, North Berwick, Lismore, Leith, Musselburgh and Lasswade all taking part ahead of kick-off! BOOK LEINSTER TICKETS HERE!   The two ‘finalists’ will then […]

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What’s On: Leinster this Saturday!

With a Family Fun Day theme, there’s activities for the whole family as gates open from 3.35pm. The Supporters Clubhouse, located in the Thistle Suite, will once again be open both pre and post match, giving fans the perfect hub to stay warm while dining on a fantastic sit-down menu. BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE and […]