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Scottish Regional Leagues
The Scottish Regional Leagues are the lowest levels of the Scottish rugby union system. They consist of three regions: * West Regional Leagues * East Regional Leagues * Caledonia Regional Leagues Unlike the Premiership, National League and parts of the League Championship, which were formed in 1973 and have remained roughly the same since, the Regional Leagues have grown over time, in a process which saw the old District Leagues amalgamated into the national structure. Up to and including season 2006–07, some divisions operated pools (where the division was split in two, with pre-Christmas and post-Christmas mini-groups) but from season 2007–08 all the divisions will be standard all-play-all formats of between 10 and 12 clubs. From season 2012–13 the whole League was revamped into a pyramid structure. The 6 National Divisions were scrapped because of travel costs and lack of movement between leagues. The new leagues were: *2 national divisions – Premiership and National ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rugby Union
Rugby union, commonly known simply as rugby, is a close-contact team sport that originated at Rugby School in the first half of the 19th century. One of the two codes of rugby football, it is based on running with the ball in hand. In its most common form, a game is played between two teams of 15 players each, using an oval-shaped ball on a rectangular field called a pitch. The field has H-shaped goalposts at both ends. Rugby union is a popular sport around the world, played by people of all genders, ages and sizes. In 2014, there were more than 6 million people playing worldwide, of whom 2.36 million were registered players. World Rugby, previously called the International Rugby Football Board (IRFB) and the International Rugby Board (IRB), has been the governing body for rugby union since 1886, and currently has 101 countries as full members and 18 associate members. In 1845, the first laws were written by students attending Rugby School; other significant even ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cambuslang RFC
Cambuslang RFC is a rugby union side based in Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire, Scotland. The team was established in 1903. They play their home games at Coats Park. They currently play in . History On 7 August 1903, a meeting was held under the Presidency of the late H. Shepherd, Esq., at which it was decided to form a Rugby Club at Cambuslang. The Club commenced playing at Greenlees Farm, and under the guidance of Mr. Shepherd and the benevolent auspices of the late Dr. T. D. Laird, its Honorary President, went from strength to strength until the beginning of the 1914–1918 War. During this period, the Club progressed to the extent of running two teams and of raising funds and building a small Clubhouse. During the same period, there was in existence, the Cambuslang Cricket Club, which was then under the wing of the late J. S. Paul, esq. For some time the two Clubs worked together, but owing to the difficulty of finding a field which the farmer did not require in the summer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paisley RFC
Paisley Rugby Club is a Scottish rugby union Rugby union, commonly known simply as rugby, is a close-contact team sport that originated at Rugby School in the first half of the 19th century. One of the two codes of rugby football, it is based on running with the ball in hand. In its m ... club, based at the Anchor Recreation Grounds in Paisley, Scotland. The club is currently in the West Regional League West Two. The club runs both senior Men & Women sections, a host of youth teams along with a mixed touch section. The senior men's squad is coached by James Halpin & The women's squad is coached by Joan Hutchison. With a mix of youth and experience, Paisley's 1st XV are an established team in West Regional League West Two. Paisley finished 8th in the season 2022/23. Squad 2022/23 Senior Squad: References External links Paisley RFC official websiteScottish Rugby Union official websiteWest Regional Division 2 2019/20West R ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oban Lorne RFC
Oban Lorne RFC is a Scottish rugby union club based in Oban, Argyll and Bute. History The club run a men and women's XV. The men play in the . The women play in . Sevens The club run the Oban Sevens. The tournament began in 1974. Honours Men * West Regional League Division 2 ** Champions (1): 2015 * RBS National Bowl **Champions (1): 2013 Women * Women's Bowl ** Champions (1): 2018 Notable former players Glasgow Warriors players Scotland Scotland (, ) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Covering the northern third of the island of Great Britain, mainland Scotland has a border with England to the southeast and is otherwise surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the ... international players References {{Rugby union in Argyll and Bute Rugby union teams in Scotland Rugby union in Argyll and Bute Rugby clubs established in 1962 1962 establishments in Scotland ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Helensburgh RFC
Helensburgh RFC is a rugby union side based in Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, Scotland. They play their home games at Ardencaple. History The club was founded in 1963 and celebrated its golden jubilee in 2013. The event attracted 400 guests from around the world for a celebratory dinner. Trivia The Helensburgh rugby team made the news in 2004 when their 1st XV all became fathers in the space of 5 years; all of them together having 15 sons; enough for a new 1st XV. The Princess Royal Princess Royal is a substantive title, style customarily (but not automatically) awarded by a United Kingdom, British monarch to their eldest daughter. Although purely honorary, it is the highest honour that may be given to a female member of th ... visited Helensburgh RFC in 2012 and opened a new stand at the ground. Helensburgh Sevens The club run the Helensburgh Sevens tournament. Other Sevens The Royal Navy host their Northern Sevens at Ardencaple. Helensburgh are allowed to participate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dalziel RFC
Dalziel Rugby Football Club, formerly known as Dalziel High School Former Pupils Rugby Club, currently has a playing and social membership hailing from Motherwell, Wishaw, Bellshill and other parts of Lanarkshire, Scotland. Historically the club was closely associated with Dalziel High School in Motherwell from which it takes its name. A number of current players are former pupils of Dalziel High School. However, during the 1990s it was felt that the club should drop the "former pupil" tag and be known, in what was felt to be a more inclusive manner, as Dalziel RFC. The club play in and have their home playing grounds at Dalziel Park close to Carfin, just outside Motherwell. They support three senior XVs, under 18s, under 16s, under 15s, S2s and S1s, as well as a large mini rugby section for players of primary school age.Club ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cumnock RFC
Cumnock RFC is a rugby union club based in East Ayrshire. The club has teams from Primary 1's right up to the adult 1st XV who play in . Cumnock Sevens The club host the Cumnock Sevens tournament. The entrants play for the David Ansell Memorial Trophy. Honours BT West Regional Bowl winners, Finalist of BT National Bowl. BT West Div 3 Champions 14/15. * Arran Sevens ** Champions: 1985, 1986 Notable former players Scotland internationalists The following former Cumnock players have represented Scotland at full international level. Glasgow District The following former Cumnock players have represented Glasgow District at provincial level. Glasgow Warriors The following former Cumnock players have represented Glasgow Warriors Glasgow Warriors are a professional rugby union side from Scotland. The team plays in the United Rugby Championship league and in the European Professional Club Rugby tournaments. In the 2014–15 season they won the Pro12 title and became t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Clydebank RFC
Clydebank RFC is a rugby union side based in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. The club was founded in 1969.https://uk.linkedin.com/in/clydebank-rugby-football-club-4b9925166 They play their home games at Dean Street in the Clydebank Community Sports Hub; a purpose built facility which opened in 2018,featuring several rugby pitches. History Three rugby enthusiasts in 1969 regularly met at a local garage in Hardgate, near Clydebank; and other rugby minded locals then followed suit. Deciding to play for a local team they turned out for a Dumbarton club which was temporarily short of players - but when the Dumbarton regulars returned the Clydebank enthusiasts were dropped. It was then that they decided to form a Clydebank side. The club was formally founded on 24 May 1969 at the Radnor Hotel in Clydebank. The first game on 1 September 1969 was a friendly played against a Presidents XV. The local Hardgate garage owner, Kinloch Campbell, supplied a 'ringer' for Clydebank ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Strathendrick RFC
Strathendrick RFC is a rugby union side based in Fintry, Stirlingshire. The 1st XV play in . History The club was founded in 1975. It has a tradition of touring; and it has toured in Kansas (1992) and Toronto (2001). They have an active mini and midi set up which works closely with the local primary schools and the local high school, Balfron High School. Ties with Aberystwyth The club plays an annual match with Aberystwyth RFC. The 1987 clash when the Welsh club took its turn to visit Strathendrick was notable. The local newspaper ''The Stirling Observer'' of 20 March 1987 noted this in the match's build-up: On Friday of this week, Strathendrick renew their association with Aberystwyth who are staying at Fintry for two days prior to the Murrayfield match. The Welsh club, captained by former England cap Mark Keyworth, are very experienced but Endrick hope to provide an entertaining contest. However Keyworth did not play in the match, and Brian Isaac captained the Welsh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stewartry RFC
Stewartry RFC is a rugby union side based in Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.They field a Men's 1XV, Women's 1XV and 7 youth sides from S1 to S6. They play their home games at Greenlaw. History There was a previous Stewartry rugby club, active in the 1920s. They played their last game in 1930. They played at Kirkchrist Park. The present club was founded in 1970. The Women's XV are known as the Stewartry Sirens. They are very successful; having won the National Plate competition on three occasions, as well as going undefeated in West Region Division 1 in 2022/23 to gain promotion into the Scottish Premiership. The Men's XV play against Annan RFC for the Chisholm Cup; the local derby match. Stewartry born and bred Suzy Mckerlie-Hex amassed 13 caps for Scotland:- Suzanne Mckerlie-Hex Scotland Women record: 13 caps. 2011: Sp(r) E(r) It(r) Ned(r) 2012: E(r) W 2013: E(r) It(r) I(r) W(r) F(r) FIRA ed Sw(r) Stewartry Sevens The club run the Stewartry Sevens. Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lenzie RFC
Lenzie RFC is a rugby union side based in Lenzie, East Dunbartonshire, Scotland. The club was founded in 1898. They play their home games at Viewfield. History The opening match of Lenzie RFC was reputed to be against the crew of HMS Benbow in 1898. The club won the SRU's Scotland's team of the month competition in March 2019. They won the Tennents West Division 2 in season 2018–19. As well as a 1st and 2nd Men's XV, the club also run Junior sides for boys and girls and a Women's XV. Notable former players Glasgow Warriors The following former Lenzie players went on to represent Glasgow Warriors Glasgow Warriors are a professional rugby union side from Scotland. The team plays in the United Rugby Championship league and in the European Professional Club Rugby tournaments. In the 2014–15 season they won the Pro12 title and became t .... Lenzie Sevens Lenzie play host to the Lenzie Sevens tournament. The tournament has run since 1969. Honours * Lenzie S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kilmarnock RFC
Kilmarnock Rugby Football Club is a Scottish rugby union club which was founded in 1868, and is based in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire in west central Scotland. They play in . Often simply referred to as "Killie", their ground is at Bellsland in Kilmarnock, and they were formerly based at Rugby Park (hence its name). One of the oldest rugby clubs in Scotland, Kilmarnock Football Club owes its existence to KRFC as an internal dispute about which football rules to adopt resulted in a breakaway in early 1869 by those who preferred to play Association Football. History When the Scottish National Leagues were introduced in 1973, Killie were placed in the 3rd Division by the Scottish Rugby Union. The club won that season without loss. The following season saw Killie being runners up in Division 2, gaining promotion to the top league. They remained there until 1981 after which a period of promotion and relegation between the 1st and 2nd Divisions was the norm. In 1978, Killie achieved their hig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
