Gav Harper
@gavharper.bsky.social
Journalist. Editor of Scotland Rugby News.
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My thoughts on where Scottish Rugby is with Gregor Townsend amid his link to Newcastle Red Bulls
A move to Newcastle would be an attractive offer for Gregor Townsend if new owners Red Bull come calling
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August 28, 2025 at 10:54 AM
My thoughts on where Scottish Rugby is with Gregor Townsend amid his link to Newcastle Red Bulls
Huge amounts of enthusiasm and optimism around Scotland Women 'making moves' to Murrayfield at the launch yesterday
And it could prove to be a real breakthrough - if Scottish Rugby can get it right on & off the field
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And it could prove to be a real breakthrough - if Scottish Rugby can get it right on & off the field
Column @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
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June 5, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Huge amounts of enthusiasm and optimism around Scotland Women 'making moves' to Murrayfield at the launch yesterday
And it could prove to be a real breakthrough - if Scottish Rugby can get it right on & off the field
Column @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
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And it could prove to be a real breakthrough - if Scottish Rugby can get it right on & off the field
Column @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
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The omission of Darcy Graham was one of the biggest shocks from the British and Irish Lions squad
But @gavharper.bsky.social says the Edinburgh Rugby wing must keep proving Andy Farrell wrong & can take heart from one of the stars of the 2013 tour
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But @gavharper.bsky.social says the Edinburgh Rugby wing must keep proving Andy Farrell wrong & can take heart from one of the stars of the 2013 tour
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May 22, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The omission of Darcy Graham was one of the biggest shocks from the British and Irish Lions squad
But @gavharper.bsky.social says the Edinburgh Rugby wing must keep proving Andy Farrell wrong & can take heart from one of the stars of the 2013 tour
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But @gavharper.bsky.social says the Edinburgh Rugby wing must keep proving Andy Farrell wrong & can take heart from one of the stars of the 2013 tour
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After last night's outstanding win, I've picked through Edinburgh's season for five key games that got them into the play-offs
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Analysis for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
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May 17, 2025 at 11:09 AM
After last night's outstanding win, I've picked through Edinburgh's season for five key games that got them into the play-offs
Analysis for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
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Analysis for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
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May 16, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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With eight players on Lions duty this summer, Gregor Townsend will have some selection dilemmas to solve for the summer tour
@gavharper.bsky.social takes a look at the contenders to step in for Scotland's Lions
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@gavharper.bsky.social takes a look at the contenders to step in for Scotland's Lions
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May 15, 2025 at 9:21 PM
With eight players on Lions duty this summer, Gregor Townsend will have some selection dilemmas to solve for the summer tour
@gavharper.bsky.social takes a look at the contenders to step in for Scotland's Lions
www.scotlandrugbynews.com/analysis/251...
@gavharper.bsky.social takes a look at the contenders to step in for Scotland's Lions
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Bath may be the 'Galacticos' but Edinburgh must summon memories of a famous win over European aristocrats if they are to reach their first final in a decade
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Gavin Harper: Edinburgh can take belief from last time they beat 'Galacticos'
As Edinburgh welcome Bath to Hive Stadium on Saturday, they will hope to revisit the sprit of a famous win against Toulouse more than a decade ago.
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May 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Bath may be the 'Galacticos' but Edinburgh must summon memories of a famous win over European aristocrats if they are to reach their first final in a decade
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Big news from Edinburgh who confirm former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie is leaving
He's signed for Perpignan
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He's signed for Perpignan
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February 6, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Big news from Edinburgh who confirm former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie is leaving
He's signed for Perpignan
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He's signed for Perpignan
More to come @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
George Horne in good form as he discussed his Warrior of the Month award, the derby disappointment of Murrayfield and this weekend's return to Harlequins
“It's always nice to be recognised by the fans..."
A dazzling December saw George Horne voted Warrior of the Month. We exclusively caught up with the Glasgow star as he reflected on his award ⬇️
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A dazzling December saw George Horne voted Warrior of the Month. We exclusively caught up with the Glasgow star as he reflected on his award ⬇️
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George Horne eyes Harlequins revenge trip after winning Warrior of the Month
George Horne was delighted to receive the recognition of the Glasgow supporters after he was named Warrior of the Month for December.
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January 14, 2025 at 6:35 PM
George Horne in good form as he discussed his Warrior of the Month award, the derby disappointment of Murrayfield and this weekend's return to Harlequins
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With the dust settling on the 1872 Cup matches, editor @gavharper.bsky.social has picked a combined Edinburgh & Glasgow XV from the festive double-header
Combined 1872 Cup XV as Edinburgh and Glasgow claim one win each in derby double
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December 29, 2024 at 2:08 PM
With the dust settling on the 1872 Cup matches, editor @gavharper.bsky.social has picked a combined Edinburgh & Glasgow XV from the festive double-header
New details for the sale of Six Nations tickets after last week’s cyber attack ⬇️
Six Nations tickets available in new pre-sale after cyber attack thwarted
The SRU have another tranche of tickets available after weeding out and cancelling those bought by cyber-touts.
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December 11, 2024 at 3:00 PM
New details for the sale of Six Nations tickets after last week’s cyber attack ⬇️
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🗣️ "The last five weeks I've been here on the ground and I've been really encouraged by what I've seen."
Scottish Rugby's new performance director David Nucifora on his plans for the future, the Six Nations & more ⬇️
Scottish Rugby's new performance director David Nucifora on his plans for the future, the Six Nations & more ⬇️
David Nucifora optimistic about Scottish Rugby but warns no 'magic wand'
Scottish Rugby’s new performance director David Nucifora faced the media for the first time since taking up his new job.
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December 10, 2024 at 10:03 PM
🗣️ "The last five weeks I've been here on the ground and I've been really encouraged by what I've seen."
Scottish Rugby's new performance director David Nucifora on his plans for the future, the Six Nations & more ⬇️
Scottish Rugby's new performance director David Nucifora on his plans for the future, the Six Nations & more ⬇️
David Nucifora, Scottish Rugby’s new performance director, spoke to the media for the first time today
December 10, 2024 at 5:15 PM
David Nucifora, Scottish Rugby’s new performance director, spoke to the media for the first time today
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Away for a lie down after that
Shades of the 48-47 game against Racing all those years ago
Bonkers
Shades of the 48-47 game against Racing all those years ago
Bonkers
November 30, 2024 at 10:39 PM
Away for a lie down after that
Shades of the 48-47 game against Racing all those years ago
Bonkers
Shades of the 48-47 game against Racing all those years ago
Bonkers
Edinburgh dishing out a bit of a hammering to Benetton, who have been woeful tonight
Bonus point in the bag already for the hosts who look like they mean business
Bonus point in the bag already for the hosts who look like they mean business
November 30, 2024 at 8:05 PM
Edinburgh dishing out a bit of a hammering to Benetton, who have been woeful tonight
Bonus point in the bag already for the hosts who look like they mean business
Bonus point in the bag already for the hosts who look like they mean business
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Zander taking no notice of Lions chat despite being a front-runner for the tour to Australia
He talks about a busy autumn on & off the field, new additions to the family & his pride at brother Matt’s 50th cap
He talks about a busy autumn on & off the field, new additions to the family & his pride at brother Matt’s 50th cap
Zander Fagerson insists there's more to come from him as he dismisses Lions talk
The Scotland prop reflected on a busy autumn on and off the field, while also looking ahead to how the national team are placed for the Six Nations.
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November 26, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Zander taking no notice of Lions chat despite being a front-runner for the tour to Australia
He talks about a busy autumn on & off the field, new additions to the family & his pride at brother Matt’s 50th cap
He talks about a busy autumn on & off the field, new additions to the family & his pride at brother Matt’s 50th cap
A tricky first half was followed by an impressive second 40 as Scotland ended the year with a win against the Wallabies
Report from Murrayfield
Report from Murrayfield
Duhan van der Merwe reclaims record as Scotland end autumn with Australia win
Scotland finished their Autumn Nations Series with a 27-13 victory over Australia at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. Here are five things we learned.
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November 24, 2024 at 8:28 PM
A tricky first half was followed by an impressive second 40 as Scotland ended the year with a win against the Wallabies
Report from Murrayfield
Report from Murrayfield
The Australia team to play Scotland has been named
Harry Potter to make his debut at Murrayfield
Harry Potter to make his debut at Murrayfield
November 22, 2024 at 1:29 PM
The Australia team to play Scotland has been named
Harry Potter to make his debut at Murrayfield
Harry Potter to make his debut at Murrayfield
Great to spend some time with Gavin Hastings yesterday and hear his thoughts on next summer’s Lions tour to Australia
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Story @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
Gavin Hastings on Scotland's contenders for Lions tour, with one 'shoo-in'
The former Lions captain has backed six of Gregor Townsend's current squad to tour with Andy Farrell's Lions squad in Australia next summer.
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November 22, 2024 at 9:17 AM
Great to spend some time with Gavin Hastings yesterday and hear his thoughts on next summer’s Lions tour to Australia
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Story @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
Good news for those who can’t make it to Hive Stadium on Saturday night
The Scotland ‘A’ match against Chile will be shown on the BBC iPlayer and on RugbyPass TV
The Scotland ‘A’ match against Chile will be shown on the BBC iPlayer and on RugbyPass TV
November 21, 2024 at 4:03 PM
Good news for those who can’t make it to Hive Stadium on Saturday night
The Scotland ‘A’ match against Chile will be shown on the BBC iPlayer and on RugbyPass TV
The Scotland ‘A’ match against Chile will be shown on the BBC iPlayer and on RugbyPass TV
Great to hear from Wallabies lock Will Skelton this afternoon on the physical battle ahead at Murrayfield
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Skelton relishing battle against Scotland pack he says is among world's best
Australia lock Will Skelton is looking forward to the physical battle with a Scotland side that he says can go toe-to-toe with the best in world…
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November 20, 2024 at 3:44 PM
Great to hear from Wallabies lock Will Skelton this afternoon on the physical battle ahead at Murrayfield
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First foray into the Wallabies camp this week
More to come as the build-up to Sunday’s game at Murrayfield continues for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
More to come as the build-up to Sunday’s game at Murrayfield continues for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
Nic White admitted earlier Sione Tuipulotu was ‘one that got away’ from Australian rugby
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November 19, 2024 at 10:51 PM
First foray into the Wallabies camp this week
More to come as the build-up to Sunday’s game at Murrayfield continues for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social
More to come as the build-up to Sunday’s game at Murrayfield continues for @scotlandrugbynews.bsky.social