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in 7s Heavens at last weekend's Glasgow 7s

Going to this weekend's Glasgow 7s? Please text £1 to the Foundation!

is the Bill McLaren Foundation!

Stewart’s Melville Lions have become the third Positive Coaching Scotland accredited rugby club

... a tribute to the greatest commentators

who has donated his winnings to the Foundation!

Are you going to Netherdale tonight?

Thanks to Duncan Hodge & Steelers Rugby. Bid Now!

We're delighted to welcome our newest accreditee!

A perfect example of how the Bill McLaren Foundation can work together with your club...

and presented to Gala RFC

Foundation supporting Bhubesi Pride in the initiative in 10 African countries

Dinner in Edinburgh and the Bill McLaren Foundation Golf Day.

Glasgow Hawks’s aim is to create an all inclusive community Club which embraces West Glasgow

to raise a staggering NZ$160,000!

and many other of Bill's famous quotes available now!

pictured in the NZRU HQ with a copy of Bill's Big Sheet from the first ever RWC

for their £1000 donation following their Clan Party...

for the extension of their rugby development program into Berwickshire primary schools.

Positive Coaching Scotland Programme in Association with The Bill McLaren Foundation

with Darren Gough, Alan Hansen, Gavin Hastings and host Ian Robertson. Thursday 29th March 2012, London.

We were recently in New Zealand - here's a quick snapshot of some of the people we met...

Place your bid now!

On sale now to benefit the Foundation!

who have made a donation of £10,000 to the Bill McLaren Foundation!

THE South of Scotland against the Barbarians could be the first of more glamour friendlies to be held in aid of the Bill McLaren Foundation. 

Congratulations to the Borders Boys who were victorious over the Barbarians yesterday.

Munster and Ireland scrum-half the latest star to be added. Get your tickets now!

The NZ Rugby Museum wish to thank the Bill McLaren foundation for the limited edition commentary call from 1987

Team to take on the Barbarians unveiled...

Programme in association with the Bill McLaren Foundation which is to create a postive coaching environment for all youth and mini players where they not only become more skilled players, but also learn the life skills that meant so much to Bill McLaren.

for the Christchurch appeal...

We intend to auction or raffle Bill McLaren's famous commentary sheets from the first Rugby World Cup at events rugby clubs in Scotland are holding during the RWC about to start in New Zealand. Money raised for grassroots rugby in clubs.

Are you coming to the South of Scotland v Barbarians clash?

Plus book launch of "Southern Comfort, The Story of Borders Rugby"

South of Scotland Manager, Richie Gray and his coaches Craig Chalmers and John Dalziel (both Melrose) have announced a 35-man squad to attend two training sessions prior to the high profile match against the Barbarians at Hawick’s Mansfield Park on Tuesday, 11 October (kick off 4 pm).

The passion he had for the game was infectious when you were around him. He always saw the best."

Join us and the British High Commission in Auckland on the eve of the Scotland v England Match.

for the match against South of Scotland on Tuesday 11th October

Join us at the pre match lunch to hear rugby legend Derek Quinnell!

Scottish Rugby is set to add some extra spice to the top level of the domestic season by introducing a new piece of competition silverware - The Bill McLaren Shield, in honour of the great rugby commentator.

Positive Coaching Scotland in association with The Bill McLaren Foundation has today (31 August) unveiled a new programme to be targeted at all rugby clubs and rugby playing schools in Scotland.

On the eve of the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand; join rugby legends such as Zinzan Brooke, Kenny Logan and many more in support of the Bill McLaren Foundation.

Looking forward to seeing all these guys tomorrow!

A short film, "Memories of the South of Scotland", has just been released featuring rare footage of South of Scotland matches against Australia and New Zealand in 1979, 1984 and 1993.

Check out this fabulous footage put together by Borders Rugby!

Join legends including Zinzan Brooke, Kenny Logan and Phil Greening at London's Caledonian Club on 8th September, the eve of the Rugby World Cup.

Are you playing in this year's tournament? Check out the rugby legends that are....

gets unanimous support from the Scottish Borders Council

Round up of some of the action from Friday night!

A massive thank you to Harvey Strachan of Glenalmond School for putting together this fabulous calendar.

in Cardrona on 24th June!

Major Rugby Match Announced

Scotland A make it three wins out of three.

Scot A head for Netherdale again

Bills grandson wins his 23rd Cap

Supporters at Friday nights match at Netherdale make a sizeable donation

Tonight @ 7.30 - in support of The Bill McLaren Foundation

One year ago today the rugby world was rocked with the news of Bill's death

Rory Bremner, John Motson, Peter Alliss, Peter O'Sullevan, Murray Walker, Ian Robertson, John Inverdale, Chris Cowdrey & more!

Bill's grandson Rory named as Scotland captain for upcoming Autumn test v South Africa

Bill McLaren was last night honoured as one of the first twelve inductees into the Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame.

Cardiff, Edinburgh and The Renaissance Club - check out our events in 2011.

Charity Director Andy Irvine has been appointed as Lions Tour Manager for the 2013 tour.

A tribute to the greatest commentators - Tuesday 23rd November with Rory Bremner and Ian Robertson

We're asking every rugby union to show that they support the aims of the Foundation.

Vote for your nominee for the Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame.

Th inaugural Bill McLaren Celeb Am was won by Johnstons of Elgin with rugby great Gregor Townsend.

Bill McLaren Foundation Director Andy Irvine has been appointed Chairman of Celtic Rugby

Did you play on Friday? Results & photos now online!

Coverage from the BBC of the Bill McLaren Celeb Am

5 live Sport is opening up its commentary archives & wants your suggestions

Until the inaugural Bill McLaren Celeb Am!

The inaugural Bill McLaren Celeb Am, sponsored by Sainsbury's, is taking place on 20th August at Hawick Golf Club. The event is being held to raise funds for The Bill McLaren Foundation.

Welcome to Merchiston Castle School who've joined the Bill McLaren Foundation Supporters' Club today.

James Thompson receives £250 cheque from 18-year-old Murray Johnstone

Support the Foundation by making your Dad a member of the Supporters' Club for Father's Day!

Thanks to the Alternative Calcutta Cup Wanderers for their cheque for a staggering £740.

Rory Lawson selected for 20th Cap against Argentina as well as vice captain.

Rory Lawson to replace Chris Cusiter as Scotland scrum half

A Bill McLaren Celeb Am golf competitiion is being held on Friday, 20 August, at the Vertish Hill Course in Hawick.

Bill McLaren was inducted into the HSBC Hall of Fame last night at the RPA Compucenter Rugby Players' Awards 2010.

International sevens teams from around the globe dropped in on some of Edinburgh’s famous landmarks as they enjoyed some down-time in Scotland’s capital.

School in Bill's home town first to join up to the Supporters' Club

President of Hawick Linden gives donation to Foundation

Bill McLaren Foundation Director, Linda Lawson, presents award

Welcome to Selkirk RFC, winners of the Radio Borders Border League title for the third season running!

Thanks to David Chapman of the Alternative Calcutter Cup Wanderers for this great story…

Scotland squad to tour Argentina in June announced today

Kesteven RFC are the first rugby club to join the Supporters' Club since the club was launched officially.

John Rutherford, Charity Director guest speaking at the dinner on 14th May.

including Bill McLaren Foundation Director John Rutherford 

What an amazing night - here's a few highlights....

SRU holding special evening to celebrate the life of The Voice of Rugby...

Jim Thompson, Bill McLaren's grandson keeps rugby in the family...

Murrayfield Stadium is to host a tribute to Bill McLaren on Thursday 11 March...

Hawick pays tribute to Bill McLaren.

Scotland Head Coach, Andy Robinson OBE is inviting all Scotland supporters...