100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments

Author : Stewart Weir
Publisher : Black & White Publishing Ltd
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781785302855

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100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments by Stewart Weir Pdf

Here are Scottish rugby's most legendary, celebratory and brilliant moments from the last 50 years. 100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the sport’s most significant moments. Including: • Andy Irvine's kick to beat England in 1974 • The 1984 Grand Slam • David Sole, Tony Stanger and the 1990 Grand Slam • Toony, Paris and that pass • The great Bill McLaren’s final commentary• Doddie Weir's Big Entry • The 2019 Calcutta Cup – a match like no other . . . These epic moments feature exclusive interviews with Gregor Townsend, Jim Telfer, Ian Robertson, Ian McLauchlan, Andy Irvine, Alan Lawson, Iain Milne, Jim Calder, John Rutherford, Finlay Calder, Craig Chalmers, David Sole, Tony Stanger, Scott Hastings, Gavin Hastings, Doddie Weir, Rob Wainwright, Gary Armstrong, Kenny Logan, Bryan Redpath, Chris Paterson, Al Kellock, Sean Maitland and many others. Enjoy a host of brilliant anecdotes and remarkable insights into the controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these 100 GREAT SCOTTISH RUGBY MOMENTS. "All the key moments from the last 50 years of Scottish rugby are captured . . . 100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments will definitely bring back some truly great memories for you." GARY ARMSTRONG OBE

Author : John Scally
Publisher : Black & White Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Rugby Union football
ISBN : 1785302531

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100 Great Irish Rugby Moments by John Scally Pdf

100 Great Irish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the most significant moments of the sport from the 1940s to the present day: Munster's historic win over the All-Blacks; Ulster win the European Cup; Connacht win the Pro 12; Leinster's unique European double; The Irish ladies' win the Grand Slam, Ireland beat the All-Blacks twice; Grand Slam wins, and many more great epic days. Based on exclusive, engrossing and entertaining interviews with the great and the good of Irish rugby including Mick Galwey, Ciaran Fitzgerald, David Humphreys, Brian O'Driscoll, and Ronan O'Gara and many, many more who offer unique perspectives on their human and sporting dramas and a plethora of amusing anecdotes.The result offers remarkable insights into the myriad of controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests, and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these great moments.

Author : Peter Burns
Publisher : Birlinn Ltd
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781788851091

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Scottish Rugby 101 by Peter Burns Pdf

Scottish Rugby 101 is a compendium of fascinating facts, quotes, stats, stories, personalities and trivia – a perfect stocking-filler for all fans of Scottish rugby. From the very first Test match in 1871 all the way through to the present day, Scottish rugby's rich history is distilled into 101 facts, stats and stories. This fun-packed volume is an instructive, if sometimes irreverent – but always affectionate – guide to some of the ground-breaking firsts, controversies, innovations, achievements and disasters that have taken place in the game north of the Border – an entertaining crib-sheet to Scottish rugby for experts and novices alike.

Author : John Scally
Publisher : Black & White Publishing Ltd
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781785302848

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101 Great Irish Rugby Moments by John Scally Pdf

Here are Irish Rugby's most legendary, celebratory and brilliant moments from the 1940s to today. 101 Great Irish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the sport's most significant moments. Featuring: Munster's historic win over the All Blacks Ulster's victory in the European Cup Connacht winning the Pro 12 Leinster's unique European double The national women's team winning the Grand Slam Ireland's double defeat of the All Blacks . . . These epic moments are based on exclusive interviews with Mick Galwey, Ciaran Fitzgerald, David Humphreys, Brian O'Driscoll, Ronan O'Gara and many others from the great and good of Irish Rugby. Enjoy a host of brilliant anecdotes and remarkable insights into the controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these 101 GREAT IRISH RUGBY MOMENTS. 'The legendary Mike Gibson, once eloquently wrote that "rugby is like love, it is a game of touch and of feel and of instinct". I have no doubt that John Scally has written this book with those same qualities of love, touch, feel and instinct. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.' OLLIE CAMPBELL

Author : David Barnes,Peter Burns,John Griffiths
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
Page : 685 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-02-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780857906014

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Behind the Thistle by David Barnes,Peter Burns,John Griffiths Pdf

A rugby history based on exclusive interviews that “takes the reader as close to the action as it is possible to get, short of invading the pitch” (The Scotsman). Based on exclusive interviews with players past and present, Behind the Thistle gives a unique insight into the drama and emotion of representing Scotland in that most rarefied of environments—Test match rugby. Drawing on firsthand interviews from a vast array of former and current players, from Russell Bruce and Frank Coutts in the 1940s all the way through to the present day, the authors uncover the heart and soul of Scottish rugby, recounting the ecstasy of victory and the despair of defeat, drawing out innumerable humorous anecdotes and heartwarming memories. Behind the Thistle provides inside access to the private moments in the changing and team rooms, on tour, and on the pitch itself. From the tension before kick-off to the tumultuous heat-of-battle and the high jinks thereafter, this is the story of what it is like to play for Scotland, and the sacrifices and joys experienced by those who have shed blood, sweat, and tears in pursuit of glory in the international jersey. Absorbing, illuminating, and compelling, this is a must-have for all supporters who have dreamed of playing for Scotland. “Really good reminiscences from hosts of Scottish rugby greats about a host of great Scotland rugby occasions.” —Sunday Times

Author : Gareth Edwards
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-14
Category : Rugby Union football
ISBN : 1785620355

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Great Rugby Moments by Gareth Edwards Pdf

Rugby legend Gareth Edwards selects great moments from the game which made him a household name. From William Webb Ellis to Welsh Grand Slams and World Cup Finals, this full-colour coffee-table book tells the story of rugby union through a series of its most memorable cameos.

Author : John Scally
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2022-09
Category : Rugby football
ISBN : 1785304089

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100 Funny Irish Rugby Moments by John Scally Pdf

Author : Norman Ferguson
Publisher : Summersdale
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-08-10
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781786853905

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For the Love of Scotland by Norman Ferguson Pdf

This miscellany will have you quoting Burns and fizzing with fascinating trivia. As well as delving into Scottish history – including profiles of William Wallace, Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie – you’ll gain plenty of insight into the food, drink, landscape, culture and everything else that makes Scotland exceptional.

Author : Andy Bollen
Publisher : Birlinn
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2019-12-10
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781788851688

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A History of Scottish Football in 100 Objects by Andy Bollen Pdf

The comedy writer’s collection of “artifacts dedicated to controversial, silly and bonkers mishaps . . . [a] tribute to an alternative football history” (Daily Record). Andy Bollen has created a fantasy football museum to collect together a treasure trove of Scottish football exhibits that ranges from Jimmy Johnstone’s oar to Aggie the tea lady’s trolley. Learn why Puskás and Socrates should’ve been Scottish, the versatility of the pie and Napoleon’s links to Bovril and explore all the wonders of the game north of the Border—from Arthur Montford to the phone-in, Think Tanks, Buckfast, vanishing cream for referees, Twitter, VAR technology and flares (pyrotechnics, not 1970s attire). These exhibits distill the beauty of Scottish football into an entertaining volume that will make the perfect gift for any fan. Taking a satirical swipe at the beautifully flawed game, A History of Scottish Football in 100 Objects covers the mayhem, mavericks and bric-a-brac from the magic sponge, to the pie, hair weaves to tattoos. Bollen is the perfect curator: impeccably informed, passionate and insightful. “It’s not Hampden Babylon, but it’s very funny.” —Stuart Cosgrove, author of Hampden Babylon

Author : John Scally
Publisher : Random House
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781780571423

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100 Irish Rugby Greats by John Scally Pdf

Bursting with humour and full of amusing anecdotes, 100 Irish Rugby Greats is a unique celebration of the most significant stars of the sport from the 1930s to the present day. A veritable who’s who of Irish rugby, it takes in all of the true greats, including Jack Kyle, Tony O’Reilly, Mike Gibson, Willie John McBride, Moss Keane, Keith Wood, Brian O’Driscoll and Paul O’Connell. Many of the in-depth and revealing profiles are based on interviews with the legends themselves, as well as with those who have lined up against them. The result offers remarkable insights into the myriad controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field in which each player has been involved. Written with an insider’s knowledge, 100 Irish Rugby Greats will prove to be a thrilling read for all fans of the sport.

Author : Paul Dobson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Rugby football
ISBN : UVA:X002314546

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Rugby in South Africa by Paul Dobson Pdf

Author : Jeff Connor
Publisher : Random House
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2011-09-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781780572888

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Giants Of Scottish Rugby by Jeff Connor Pdf

From the heights of the Grand Slams to a near whitewash in the 2000 Six Nations championship, one factor has remained constant in Scottish rugby - its huge resource of characters. Early in the year 2000, Jeff Connor set out on a mission to track down some of Scotland's best-known players, the true giants of the game, and discover whether there is life after international rugby. The result was 40 exclusive interviews and a book that is enlightening, hilarious and moving in equal measure. There are rare and extended interviews with Ken Scotland, Jim Telfer, Ian McLauchlan, Sandy Carmichael and Andy Irvine. There is the Hawick humour of Jim Renwick, the history of Finlay Calder's greatest wind-ups and the emotive story of Gordon Brown's battle with his most vicious opponent of them all, cancer. Bruce Hay's confrontation with the Duke of Edinburgh, Iain Paxton's disgust at the attitude of some English players on a British Lions tour and David Leslie's fearsome pre-match preparations are all vividly described, along with frankly expressed views from active modern-day players like Gregor Townsend. All rugby fans will find something to treasure in Giants of Scottish Rugby.

Author : Tony Williams
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1999-01
Category : Rugby Union football
ISBN : 0908990588

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100 Great Moments in New Zealand Rugby by Tony Williams Pdf

Author : John Griffiths
Publisher : Aurum Press Limited
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-10
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781781314005

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Rugby's Greatest Characters by John Griffiths Pdf

There’ s an old joke about rugby players and oddballs. However, there certainly have been quite a few of them playing rugby in the history of the game. And not just oddballs, there’ s been pitbulls, quiet men, iron men, and unsung heroes. And you can meet them all in this quirky collection of the famous and infamous of the game. Characters include Wilfred Wooller, who, playing in the ‘ 30s, was described as a ‘ juggernaut, leaving a trail of prostrate figures in his wake.’ Then there was Gordon Brown (not the PM), known as ‘ Broonie’ but also as the baby-faced assassin when he first entered the Scottish team in 1696. Right up to Sir Clive Woodward who transformed the England side from amateur to professional – a man who knew his own mind, but didn’ t seem to sure about anyone else’ s. Using extensive research author John Griffiths wins bonus points for a funny, fascinating, remarkable collection of the good, the bad and the ugly, of the scrums, forwards, fly halfs, flankers and dummy passers. A great gift book for all rugby fans. John Griffiths is the author of six books on rugby and for many years co-edited Rothmans Rugby Yearbook and the IRB's Rugby Yearbook.

Author : Steve Finan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-24
Category : Rugby Union football
ISBN : 1845358198

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Dark Blue Blood by Steve Finan Pdf