Ten articles from around the globe, ranging from scrums to sevens, from Samoa to Scotland, from steroids to statistics, and even an unexpected laugh.
How Ahmad Harajly Became An Eagle – by Alex Goff
Great story on the newest member of Mike Friday’s USA 7s team.
Sam Hidalgo-Clyne On Fast-Track To Top – by Iain Morrison
Watch out for this guy, soon to be Scotland’s premier no9.
Obsession With Size Creates Bigger Need For Answers – by Paul Kimmage
Good read about steroids in the modern game.
Five Ways Data Is Changing The Sport – by Bill Gerrard
Interesting piece on the increasing use of statistical analysis in rugby.
Chance For Samoan Rugby To Stop The Rot – by Liam Napier
Interview with Alama Ieremia, the new interim GM of Samoan rugby.
Joe Schmidt Proves Nice Guys Prosper – by Ben Dirs
Premise might be shaky, but it’s a good read on a great coach.
Attitudes Must Change, Not The Laws – by Nigel Owens
A top ref’s opinion on how to ‘fix’ the scrums. Lots of truth here.
In Camp With The Ireland u20s – by John O’Sullivan
Even the juniors are expected to be professionals now.
Lawson Thriving On The Tyne – by Alasdair Reid
Conversation with the Scottish international hooker about Newcastle’s fortunes.
Wheatley vs Reading Abbey – by Gavin Belcher
One of the great match reports of our time.
