Watt is Rugby?
Rugby is an electrifying contact team sport that blends the intensity of American football with the continuous flow of soccer. Played on a rectangular pitch, the goal is to carry the rugby ball across the opposing team’s goal line to score points, or kick the ball through the opposing teams goal posts. Unlike many sports, players can only pass the ball backward or sideways, demanding teamwork and strategy to advance. Once a player is tackled, the game doesn’t stop; instead, it continues with both teams competing for possession of the ball in a dynamic battle known as the ruck or maul. Rugby’s physicality and respect for opponents make it a thrilling and honourable game. Whether you’re a player or a spectator, rugby offers an exhilarating experience that celebrates teamwork, skill, and pure determination. So, if you’re looking for an action-packed sport with a touch of elegance and camaraderie, rugby might just be the perfect fit!
HWURFC is a club that consists of over 100 members, including players and social members. With rugby training and Strength and Conditioning sessions twice a week as well as matches and social events every Wednesday, everyone is welcome no matter your rugby experience.
Competitions
- Mens First XV
- Mens Scottish Tier 1
- National Trophy
- Finished second place last year in the league.
- Mens Second XV
- Mens Scottish Tier 3
- Mens Scottish Conference Cup
- Mens Third XV
- Mens Scottish Tier 4
- Womens First XV
- Women’s Scottish Tier 2
- Won the League the same year that the women’s team was founded.
Training
Mens | Monday | 17:00-19:00 | Outdoor Synthetic, Oriam |
Mens | Friday | 15:00-17:00 | Outdoor Synthetic, Oriam |
Womens | Monday | 20:30-22:00 | Outdoor Synthetic, Oriam |
Womens | Friday | 10:30-12:00 | Academy Synthetic, Oriam |
Strength and Conditioning | Monday/Friday | TBC | Oriam |
Coaches
Head Coach – Dave Hampton
Assistant Coach – Connor Young
Assistant Coach – Scott Grassom
Womens Coach – Conner Young
Committee 23/24
President – Rory Seymour
Vice President – Jamie Stephen
Vice President – Devan Anderson
Coordinator – Tom Meyer
Events Secretary – Andrew Mitchell
Social Secretary – Harvey Sleigh
Social Secretary – Mirryn McDonald
Social Media Secretary – Cian Smith
Player Manager – Murray Woodcock
Tour Secretary – Jack Sleigh
Sponsors
Shanghai Club
Malones Edinburgh
Social Media
Instagram – hwurfc
Facebook – Heriot Watt University Rugby Club