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Robinson's son ready to prove worth

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Bristol flanker Olly Robinson says he plans to give father Andy a selection dilemma after scoring a hat-trick on his debut.

AUDIO: Robinson jokes about making Dad smile

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Bristol flanker Olly Robinson jokes with BBC Radio Bristol about making his father and boss Andy smile "for the first time in 22 years" after his hat-trick of tries at the weekend.

Connacht Eagles Claim Bonus Point In Bristol Defeat

1 decade ago by Irish Provincial Rugby News

A young Connacht Eagles team fought hard for a try-scoring bonus point when going down 50-34 to Bristol at Ashton Gate this afternoon.

Browne Returns For Connacht Eagles' Cup Opener

1 decade ago by Irish Rugby News

The Connacht Eagles team, sponsored by NUI Galway, has been named ahead of their departure to face Bristol in Sunday's British & Irish Cup opener at Ashton Gate (kick-off 3pm).

Bristol's Morgan out for 12 weeks

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Wales fly-half Matthew Morgan is ruled out of action for three months after fracturing his ankle playing for Bristol.

Wilson 'among world's best props'

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

England's David Wilson is among the best tight-head props in the world, according to Bath head coach Mike Ford. The 29-year-old is set to make his 100th appearance for the Premiership club in...

Worcester sign forward Gilbert

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Worcester Warriors have signed loose forward Mat Gilbert following his release by Premiership club Bath. The 29-year-old Kent-born player moved to The Rec in November 2012 after...

Bet you never saw this: Andrew Sheridan’s career

1 decade ago by Rugby World

He’s played for Richmond, Bristol, Sale and Toulon, so you could argue that loosehead prop Andrew Sheridan is a  man …Continue reading »

Ovens earns contract at Bristol

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Ex-Bath flanker Josh Ovens has signed a one-year contract with Bristol. The 25-year-old was released by the Premiership club last season after he suffered a potentially career-ending back injury...

From a debut album to 40 caps for England: Andrew Sheridan’s career highlights

1 decade ago by The Times

Andrew Sheridan has been forced to retire from rugby after failing to recover fully from a neck injury. His 16-year career included 40 England caps and a soft-rock debut album. November 1, 1979:...