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It is with great sadness that GHA reports that Neil MacFarlane, long-time member, and father to senior players Max and Rory MacFarlane, passed away on Wednesday 18th March. Neil first joined GHA RFC in 2003 and became a Minis’ coach for son Max from Primary 1 and throughout his time in the Minis and Midis. An …

GHA Rugby Club is delighted to celebrate the signing of grassroots GHA player Johnny Ventisei by Glasgow Warriors – a professional contract for the 2026/27 season, hot on the heels of his professional debut at outside centre in Saturday’s match against Leinster, a 38-17 victory to the Warriors in front of a home crowd at …

Dear Members, Thank you to all members who attended the Special General Meeting held on Wednesday 18 March 2026, and to those who participated via proxy. Results I confirm all three resolutions put to the membership were passed with strong support: • Resolution 1: Adoption of organisational structure – approved by 95% of votes cast …

Friday night saw a historic win for district side Glasgow & the West who came home from Malleny Park with an incredible 50-7 victory over Edinburgh District, and the Inter District Championship trophy- the first in over 40 years for the side. Friday’s game, rearranged to accommodate the Scotland Club XV fixture last month, faced …

Dear Members, Ahead of the Special General Meeting scheduled for 18th March the Board, Governance Review Transition Working Group and Charity Trustees would like to invite members to attend short consultation sessions at the clubhouse. These sessions will include: – A brief summary presentation outlining the proposed governance changes; and – An opportunity to ask …

This Saturday 28th February will see the return of senior rugby after the international break with 3 big fixtures on the cards: The GHA Lions are back in action for the second stage of the West Region Reserve League Division 2 league at home to Greenock Wanderers 2XV, the 2XV are off to Watsonians with …

ARNOLD CLARK PREMIERSHIP SATURDAY 31st JANUARY 2026 GHA 29  CURRIE CHIEFTAINS 24 By CHRIS NAIRN   A traditional dreich day welcomed all to Braidholm on Saturday. Despite the inclement weather there was a great deal to look forward to in this, GHA’s last home league match of the season. A victory for the home side …

ARNOLD CLARK PREMIERSHIP SATURDAY 17 th JANUARY 2026 GHA 21 HERIOT’S 19 By CHRIS NAIRN Heriot’s arrived as our belated “First Foot” after the Festive break. Despite the traditional exchange of pleasantries before the match there was no doubt that both clubs and their respective supporters understood the importance of this fixture. With few matches …

Women’s rugby made a welcome return to Braidholm during the festive period as the club hosted the Floozy Babas Festive 15’s, welcoming Cartha for a friendly fixture. The match marked the inaugural 15-a-side game for the Floozy Babas, the only travelling social women’s rugby team in Scotland.  Known for its inclusive, fun-first ethos and operating …

We’re delighted to share an exciting opportunity from Scottish Rugby for our GHA Minis! Scottish Rugby are currently delivering Rugby Shoutouts, part of their Youth Marketing Strategy, which aims to celebrate the heart of the community game by giving young players a voice. This campaign highlights what rugby means to young people, focusing on fun, …

GHA Rugby Club, Braidholm Saturday 13 December 2025 GHA RFC 20 – Selkirk 14 On one of the wettest days in GHA Rugby Club’s history, the 1XV and 2XV brought what is potentially the biggest year in the Club’s history to a close with a memorable Christmas double-header of home victories at Braidholm. Following a …

GHA 1XV and Selkirk will once again use their annual fixture on 13 December to shine a spotlight on the vital work carried out by Scottish mental health charity Breathing Space, as the two sides compete for the Breathing Space Cup currently held by GHA. GHA first partnered with Breathing Space in 2019, and in …