42 ordspråk av Ian McGeechan
Ian McGeechan
Alex is an accomplished fly-half, and we are very glad to be retaining his services next year.
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For me, the top priority is that we have got to look after own destiny.
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Frank has a good record with Edinburgh and he did well in the two summer internationals. He understands the Scottish game and he has the advantage of being familiar with a lot of the players already.
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Having Lawrence back is a tremendous boost for us,
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He just went over on his ankle and it is not fully recovered,
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He's part of a new generation of players and we thought that in Lawrence's absence it was important that the leadership of the team stayed within the forwards,
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He's part of a new generation of players and we thought that in Lawrence's absence it was important that the leadership of the team stayed within the forwards.
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He's playing outstandingly well and is now a genuine centre option for Andy Robinson.
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His loss was an immeasurable blow to the Lions cause, and his impact since he has returned to training with the club has been similarly invaluable.
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I always felt we needed a coach who understands what the Scottish game is all about, what it's capable of and what suits it,
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I didn't think we ever got control of the business end of the game. We didn't have the pace or wit.
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I don't think he's far away from an England call-up to be honest but you don't want him picking injuries up because to challenge for an international slot, you need consistency and you need to be seen.
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I really believe we can seize a lot of positives from the three games,
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I was on the phone to chief executive David Davies all the time to get Raphael involved in the club. I am delighted to get someone of his experience in that front five.
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I'd rather have it right and have them fully fit for the following week.
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