Welcome back to Club Communications, where you'll find information on this year's Scrum School launch, a National Competition Rules 2024/25 consultation update and tickets for the Community Recognition Awards.

And all of our Silver Saturday teams are now finalised just 4 days out from the big day.

We encourage you and your club to make the most of the opportunity to see some of the best club rugby in the country. To find out more about the day, head to the Silver Saturday webpage.

Silver Saturday teams finalised, raring to go

Hawick learned their Silver Saturday opposition on Saturday as Edinburgh Academical defeated Marr to reach the Scottish Cup final, the pinnacle of the domestic knockout game.

Meanwhile, the Men’s National League Cup final contenders have also been decided as Lasswade defeated Allan Glen's and Falkirk overcame Newton Stewart to book their spots.

With just five days remaining until Scottish Gas Murrayfield and Hive Stadium opens the turnstiles, Silver Saturday offers a unique opportunity for fans to see rugby played at both stadia on the same day. And at just £10 for an adult ticket, it’s a no-brainer for a fan of the domestic game.

For more information, including links to tickets, streaming details, and club media accreditation, please head here. We look forward to seeing you on the day.

Ticketing & more information

Scrum School 2024 Launch

We are excited to announce the launch of this year’s evolution of Scrum School.

This year’s edition of the programme aims to bring high quality Scrummaging content to every coach and every player in every environment. 

In what will be a celebration of all things that makes packing down an art form, Scrum School will continue to educate coaches whilst giving players the opportunity to show off their skills. 

Consisting of a series of practical workshops, online content, player competitions and celebration days; Scrum School will aim to develop and show off the gladiatorial, superhuman feats of strength and agility that go hand in hand with scrums. 

The target group of players will be U16 and U18 so that we have a new crop of skilled forwards ready to make the transition into adult rugby. 

To find out more and book onto your local coaches workshop please click HERE.

National Competition Rules 2024/25 consultation update
Thank you for your feedback on the first draft of the National Competition Rules 2024/25. The second stage of consultation is now on the Scottish Rugby website and we want your feedback. This stage of the consultation will be open until Tuesday 7 May at 5pm. Please email your feedback to consultations@sru.org.uk

Consultations Link

Advanced Coaching programme available
The Advanced Coaching programme aims to equip coaches with advanced practical skills to enhance their abilities and a player’s experience. During the 10-month course coaches will be allocated a Coach Developer to support and help in their development.

Applications close at 10am on 30th April 2024.

Apply on SCRUMS
Course Explainer Video

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Community Game Conference not far away
The Community Game Conference is now only a month away, and with a stellar lineup of guest speakers, we encourage you to engage with the fantastic content available on the day.

There’s something for everyone on Saturday 25 May. Be taken through a coaching session by Pieter de Villiers and Pete Horne; chat to JP Doyle about officiating; or learn about club development through one of the sessions on the day.

If you intend to be at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on the day, make sure you sign up now for free on SCRUMS.

Tickets for Community Recognition Awards on sale now

Individual places and tables for this year’s Scottish Rugby’s Community Recognition Awards dinner on Friday 24 May are available now to book priced £58 inc VAT per person.

The winners are selected from the Regional Community Recognition Awards by a panel comprised of Rugby Development staff, as well as members of the Club Rugby Board (CRB).

Tickets