Sizzling Summer Offers with Rugby Plus

Well, it’s been a long hot summer here in Aberdeen, and at Rugby Plus we sure ain't complaining! To celebrate we are running an exclusive Summer Sizzler offer in our Aberdeen shop: buy 2 tee-shirts and get another one free (cheapest item free).  This deal wraps up this Saturday 3^rd August, so come on down to our shop while stocks last.

The shop is located in Aberdeen city centre, and can be easily reached by car and public transport. Our address is 314 George Street - you can find us on Google maps here, and full address and contact details are also on our website. Our opening hours are 9am to 5.30pm from Monday to Saturday.

Our website showcases just some of the tee-shirts we stock in our shop, and includes branded shirts from the likes of Canterbury of New Zealand, Under Armour, Brand Co, Kooga and Nike, as well as British & Irish Lions, RBS 6 Nations, Glasgow Warriors products. So stay cool in style this summer with the help of Rugby Plus!

Unfortunately, this offer is applicable only to tee-shirts purchased in our shop, but stay posted for some great online offers coming your way over the upcoming months…the Rugby Plus team would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your loyal custom and chatter across our social media channels. If you don’t already, please like us on Facebook for regular competitions, giveaways and top class rugby banter! You can also follow us on Twitter to keep up to date on all things rugby.

Another Update from Callum Murray: Introducing Rugby to Kids in Zambia this Summer

Our lad Callum Murray, a P.E. student based in Stirling, has now returned from his stint in Zambia this summer, where he was taking part in an IDEALS initiative. Callum had the experience of a lifetime, introducing touch rugby to kids out there. The children took to rugby like a duck to water, and he describes the experience as immensely rewarding, commenting on the passion and enthusiasm they exhibited for the sport.

It wasn't all hard work for Callum, who managed to fit in some sight-seeing around his rugby coaching. The picture below shows him flying the flag for Scotland and posing in his rather dashing kilt at the Victoria Falls. Love it!

Callum Murray flies the flag for Scotland at the Victoria Falls

We'll get a full report from Callum soon about his experiences, so watch this space...

In the meantime, I regret to announce that we are currently experiencing technical difficulties with the Rugby Plus site. Never fear though, our happy customer service team in Aberdeen will be delighted to help with any queries or orders you may have in the meantime. So please contact us on +44 1224 647347 or email us at aberdeen@rugbyplus.com to place your orders!

Update from Callum Murray: Introducing Rugby to Kids in Zambia this Summer

The Rugby Plus team was thrilled to receive our first update from Callum Murray on his ongoing experiences in Zambia, where he is participating in an IDEALS (International Development Through Excellence and Leadership in Sport) initiative, introducing touch rugby to children out there. Callum, a physical education student based in Stirling and Scottish rugby enthusiast, first came across Rugby Plus and our head honcho David Brown when he was randomly selected as the winner of our Facebook competition, winning two tickets to the 2013 Emirates Airlines Glasgow 7s tournament at Scotstoun. Callum then went on to perform brilliantly in the Edinburgh half marathon, sporting a Rugby Plus t-shirt donated by David.

Callum has been working in the community of Kalingalinga, Lusaka, where they use a dust field for all games and footballs made out of shopping bags tied together. Callum has been blown away by the appreciation he’s witnessed by kids and adults alike out there for sport – if only he could bring the attitudes back to Scotland!

Hearing about Callum introducing rugby to the local kids is an inspiring tale: he describes the moment when he brought along a couple of rugby balls to the local kids who can't afford schooling as something he will never forget. He kicked a ball down the field for the kids to chase for 3 hours last week, as they love chasing the unpredictable bounce! Callum has continued doing this for an hour each day since, and his following has expanded to include quite a large group of youngsters. He has done a few passing practices with them which they loved, and has now started introducing some rugby rules to them.

Callum is repping for Rugby Plus in Zambia, kitted out in our gear. We’re hoping for some photos soon, so watch this space!

Lions Ball Unveiled by ARU & Gilbert

New-look Lions ball unveiled by Gilbert andARU

The gang at Rugby Plus was excited to hear about the release by Australia Rugby Union of a new-look Gilbert match ball to be used during the upcoming 2013 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia.

Rugby Plus March Sale – ends Saturday 23rd March!

Following Rugby Plus tradition, we are currently running a limited period post-6 Nations SALE in our shop, offering whopping reductions on EVERY item you buy. The sale ends this Saturday, so make the most of it while you can! 

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with Rugby Plus

This Sunday, millions of people across the globe will celebrate their Irish ancestry. Pubs and city streets will be swathed in shamrocks and leprechauns as multitudes of green-clad merrymakers swill pints of Guinness. These days, you don’t even have to be Irish to join the party – it is a unique annual event in which people from all over the world are brought together to revel in Irish culture.

Rugby Mums Deserve a Medal this Mother's Day

Rugby mums of yore!

She's the woman who has dedicated hours of her life to shivering in the rain watching you play, eyes anxiously trained on the pitch as she occasionally checks her phone to make sure she has the nearest hospital on speed dial. She’s washed, dried and ironed mountains of your smelly kit over the years, comforting you in times of defeat and delighting in your successes. She’s your mum, and she’s been there through it all.

Scotland vs. Ireland at Murrayfield

Richie Gray for Scotland

With a big weekend of sport ahead, Scotland's 6 Nations fixture against Ireland at Murrayfield is set to be one of the highlights.

Following an impressive 34-10 victory against Italy on Saturday 9^th February, Scotland is looking ahead to their next challenge this Sunday 24^th February: a home game against old foes Ireland. Murrayfield will undoubtedly come alive as Scotland seek to overhaul their old adversaries. After their lacklustre efforts last year, Scotland are hoping to pull the cat out of the bag in 2013.