Watsonian Football Club

Watsonians Rugby can confirm that Richard Snedden will be stepping down from his coaching role with the Men’s 1XV.

Snedden joined the club in 2018 following his playing retirement at Currie, initially partnering with Steve Lawrie to return Watsonians to the peak of the Scottish club game. He later transitioned into the Super 6 setup as Defence Coach, where he helped secure the championship title in a memorable final at the Hive against Ayr.

Over the past two seasons, Richard helped guide the 1XV to a Premiership final last year, a Top 4 finish this season, as well as successfully mentoring the club's emerging young talent.

Everyone at Watsonians Rugby Club extends their deepest gratitude to Sneddz for his incredible service, leadership, and impact on our players, and we wish him and his family the very best for the future.

New to Edinburgh? Coming back after uni or working away? Or searching for the perfect place to kick off your kids' rugby journey?

At Watsonians, our doors are always open.

Join one of Scotland's oldest clubs, and write yourself into the storied history of maroon and white stripes.

Whether you are looking for opportunities to play senior rugby or getting your minis involved in the sport through our Warriors, rugby is a game for everyone, and there is always a home at Myreside.

Sound like the chance you were looking for? DM us for more information about playing in the 2026/27 season.

This Volunteer's Week, we would like to take the time to show our appreciation to the countless volunteers of past and present who help to create the opportunity for our players to pull on the famous maroon and white stripes of Watsonian Football Club.

From the parents giving up their weekends for our Warriors and Wildcats, to the members working the gate on a Saturday afternoon at Myreside and everybody who gives up their time to help our club grow from strength to strength every day.

Without volunteers, our 150-year history would change completely, and we would like you to join us in thanking every Watsonian volunteer for their contributions to the club.

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📅 Tuesday 23 June 2026
⏰ 08:30 AM
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🏉 Today’s the day. Edinburgh 7s is here.

The wait is over and the stage is set at Raeburn Place for the final leg of the Kings of the 7’s series.

Here is your updated Watsonian FC team sheet as the boys prepare to take on some of the best sevens teams in Scotland and battle it out for Edinburgh 7s glory.

Fast rugby. Big hits. Electric atmosphere. One incredible day of 7s rugby awaits.

Get down to Raeburn Place, get behind the maroon jersey and make some noise from the sidelines. 🔥

📍 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh
⏰ First kick-off: 1pm
⏰ First WFC kick-off: 1:20pm

Come on Watsonians! 💪🏉

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🏉 It’s Edinburgh 7s week.

This Saturday, the Kings of the 7s series heads to the capital for the final leg of this year’s competition — the first ever Kings event to be held in Edinburgh.

Hosted at Raeburn Place in partnership with Accies, Watsonians and Heriots alongside the NeighbourGood Market, it promises to be a huge day of rugby, atmosphere and celebration.

The tournament begins with group stage matches before the top sides progress through to the semi-finals and the final showdown later in the day.

🕐 First kick-off: 1pm
🏆 Final: 6pm
📍 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh
📅 Saturday 30 May

A massive day of sevens rugby in one of the sport’s most historic settings.

Will we see you there? 🔥

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Tomorrow we take to the field at Melrose 7s with more than just pride in the jersey.

As we celebrate the memory of Scott Hastings, the number 13 will sit proudly on the front of our shirts this weekend — a tribute to a true rugby legend and someone who meant so much to the game and to so many people.

This squad is ready for battle. Ready to represent. Ready to honour that legacy the best way we know how.

See you in Melrose.

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A special tribute ahead of Melrose 7s this weekend.

In honour of Scott Hastings, we’ve added the number 13 to the front of our Watsonian FC 7s shirt — recognising one of the club’s most iconic players and celebrating his incredible contribution to Scottish rugby.

The number holds a special place in rugby history, and we’re proud to carry it onto the pitch this weekend at Melrose.

A huge thank you to for helping us add the tribute to the shirts in time for the tournament.

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Everyone at Watsonian Football Club is devastated by the tragic passing of Scott Hastings, a true great of world rugby, who put the same passion and energy into Watsonians as he did his stellar international career.

He was hugely important to our 150th anniversary celebrations last year, organising commemorative shirts, producing the book of the club's history and starring at the dinner in November.

We knew he was unwell, but he remained optimistic and enthusiastic at all times, and was a true inspiration in everything he did.

Our deepest condolences and love are with his children Corey and Kerry-Anne and all the Hastings family at this saddest of times.

Scott is simply irreplaceable.

Ex Corde Caritas.