Articles Archives - Edinburgh Rugby

24 Mar 2023

Graham returns for Galway clash

Graham has been sidelined since early December – when he picked up a knee injury against Munster– but, now once again fit, is handed a start in Galway where he’ll have the opportunity to add to his nine tries scored so far this season. The capital side are bolstered further by returning internationals Blair Kinghorn, […]

23 Mar 2023

North Berwick duo extend Edinburgh stay

The pair’s extended terms continues a strong affiliation with Edinburgh Rugby and North Berwick RFC – the East Lothian town producing capital players dating back to Harry Smith in 1893, the 220th Edinburgh player. Dean and Muncaster have continued the tradition of Edinburgh players coming from the seaside town, and kept the connection alive by visiting the minis section at North Berwick RFC as part of the […]

23 Mar 2023

Fan Appreciation Night: Ospreys Tickets on sale!

Join us for Fan Appreciation Night as we 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 Q&As […]

22 Mar 2023

Match Preview: Connacht

Match Officials Referee: Ben Whitehouse (WRU, 89th competition game) Assistant: Chris Busby, Paul Haycock (both IRFU) TMO: Sean Brickell (WRU) Recent meetings Date Venue C E Connacht scorers Edinburgh scorers Fri 23 Mar 18 Sportsground 22 29 Tiernan O’Halloran(T) Tom Farrell(T) Jack Carty(2C/P) Finlay Bealham(T) Duncan Weir(T/C/3P) Duhan van der Merwe(T) Jaco van der Walt(P) […]

22 Mar 2023

Press Pass: Blair on Diamond and Scotland stars

Press Pass is brought to you by Glen Moray, the club’s Official Single Malt Whisky Partner. Never rushed or forced, always in balance, steady and with care, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Find out more about Glen Moray today. On Steve Diamond “We’ve had a catch-up over the last week or so, […]

20 Mar 2023

URC launches ‘Unity Round’ in support of Stonewall Rainbow Laces

This weekend the BKT United Rugby Championship is proud to announce the launch of the Unity Round. The most colourful and inspirational round of the leagues season as the BKT URC dedicates a weekend to promoting inclusivity in sport, with rugby and the BKT URC eager to change mindsets and showcase that our events and games […]

17 Mar 2023

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, […]

16 Mar 2023

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 […]

16 Mar 2023

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 […]

14 Mar 2023

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 […]