2012 Six Nations Rugby: Despite 0-2 Record, Future Looks Promising for Scotland

It may be a little too early to begin discussing Scotland’s potential in future tournaments as the 2012 RBS Six Nations is still going on, but Andy Robinson had to be encouraged by the play of his young players at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday. Even as yesterday’s humbling defeat to Wales ferments in the minds of Robinson’s team, 22-year-old David Denton, 19-year-old Stuart Hogg,... 

2012 Six Nations Rugby: Second Half Letdown Dooms Scotland Against Wales

The first 40 minutes of Sunday’s RBS Six Nations Rugby in Millennium Stadium match went nearly as well as any Scottish fan could have hoped for. Nearly as well. As the first half of extremely physical rugby drew to a close, Scotland and Wales appeared ready to enter the changing rooms knotted at 3-3. But a late surge by Scotland pushed the Welsh defense to the brink of the white line and offensive... 

Super Rugby: Under Dave Rennie, a New Era of Chiefs Rugby Begins

The Ian Foster era of Chiefs rugby is best represented by their former five-eighth Stephen Donald. The polarizing five-eighth was beloved in the Waikato, but he was known throughout the country for his glaring lack of consistency. One day he’d play like the best pivot in the country, the next he’d commit some blunders and be blamed for the loss. Ask most kiwis and they’ll tell you... 

Rugby: 10 Games Played in Outrageous Conditions

Rugby is a game played in all conditions—rain, hail or shine, to use the common phrase.  Games are rarely delayed due to things such as the weather, while a postponement of a top-level game is almost unheard of. But that’s exactly what happened this weekend, as the Stade De France ground—where France were supposed to meet Ireland for their Six Nations encounter—was deemed... 

Super Rugby: If the Blues Don’t Make the Final, Then Lam Must Go

Back in the early days of Super Rugby, the Blues were the dominant team. Under Graham Henry they made the first three finals and won two of them. The Blues of the past few years haven’t been anything special. Apart from one semi-final appearance against the Reds last year, the Blues under Pat Lam have always found some way to avoid the playoffs. Now, I respect Lam as a coach. He certainly has... 

2012 Six Nations Rugby: Time Is Now for Scotland as They Get Set to Face Wales

It must be difficult for Scotland to forget about last weekend’s Calcutta Cup defeat. The 13-6 heartbreaking loss to bitter rival England has been analysed and discussed from virtually every angle over the last seven days and Andy Robinson’s squad must find a way to move on if they hope to triumph over a Welsh side brimming with confidence. Winger Max Evans seems to have an idea of how... 

Richie McCaw, Graham Henry and All Blacks Honoured at Halberg Awards

The All Blacks were crowned supreme champions for the first time since 1987 at last night’s Halberg Awards, claiming the top award in New Zealand sport after their World Cup-winning efforts in 2011. Other contestants for the award were Sportsman of the Year, Richie McCaw, Sportswoman of the Year, Valerie Adams and Disabled Athlete of the Year, Sophie Pascoe. But really, it was a one-horse race... 

2012 Six Nations Rugby: Laidlaw Gets Chance to Prove Himself Versus Wales

It was only a matter of inches. A slightly different bounce or a little more reach—that was all that separated stand-off replacement Greig Laidlaw from becoming a hero for Scotland last weekend against England. In just 23 minutes of play, Laidlaw impressed Scotland coach Andy Robinson enough to earn a spot in the starting XV this weekend against Wales. Although it will be... 

2012 Six Nations Rugby: Probable Starting XV for Scotand Against Wales

With Dan Parks officially out of the picture, Scotland coach Andy Robinson faces few difficult decisions in his starting XV for this weekend. As Greig Laidlaw prepares to take over the Number 10 from the departed Parks, Robinson must chose between Chris Cusiter and Mike Blair for the scrum-half position.  Cusiter may have turned in Scotland’s best performance against England apart from Man... 

Highlanders Rugby: Long Injury List Problematic with Season Looming

The Highlanders depth will be tested over the first few weeks of the Super 15, as a long injury list leaves their team depleted of many front-line players. For the best part of the last decade, the Highlanders have been the lowest finishing New Zealand team in Super Rugby. But resurgence in 2011, followed by some top signings over the summer has seen many predict that the Highlanders will re-emerge... 

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