Between The Sticks

7. Catch up.

In Episode 7 of “Between the Sticks” the gang are brought back together to discuss all things north rugby. Dan, Rory and Cheggy chat about the recent return to training at Highland RFC and the difficulties posed by the ongoing COVID pandemic. The boys also attempt to get inside the head of Warren Gatland ahead of next summer’s British and Irish Lions tour of world champions, South Africa.

6. Ryan Christie

In Episode 6 of “Between the Sticks” Dan and Rory were lucky enough to be chat to Highland superstar, former Inverness Caley Thistle and current Celtic and Scotland midfielder, Ryan Christie. One of Scottish football’s hottest bits of property, Ryan grew up in Inverness and became a legend with his hometown team by lifting the Scottish Cup in 2015 before making the switch to Glasgow the following summer. He is now a mainstay in the Celtic and Scotland starting 11s and shared with the boys some fascinating insights into the life of a professional footballer.

5. Calum MacPherson

In Episode 5 of “Between the Sticks” Dan and Rory are joined by Stirling Wolves second row forward, Calum MacPherson. Ever present in the wolf pack during the 2019/20 season, Calum has gone from strength to strength since making the switch from Highlands last summer. The lads cover a range of topics including a review of last seasons’ Tennent’s National League Division 1, the prospect of regionalised competitions for the upcoming season and the controversy of supermarket meal deals. The episode also included the pilot of the new “Best XV” segment where the boys each assemble a dream team comprising of their present and former teammates.

4. Patrick Kelly

In Episode 4 of “Between the Sticks” the lads are finally joined by some proper rugby pedigree as they chat to Glasgow Warriors centre and Scotland 7s international, Patrick Kelly. Paddy, a Highlander by birth, grew up playing for the youth sides at Canal Park before relocating to Merchiston Castle School where he was part of multiple Scottish Schools Cup winning teams. Paddy also talks about the different experiences he has had playing in France, New Zealand, The Championship and most recently, being part of Ciaran Beattie’s Scotland 7s squad on the World Series circuit.

3. Callum Carson

In Episode 3 of “Between the Sticks” Dan, Juanjo and Cheggy talk to the ever controversial and the second half of Highland RFC’s new co-captaincy duo, Callum Carson. Fumbles delves into the reasons for his unrivalled love for Highland and reveals how he thinks the new leadership group can have a positive impact throughout the club.

1 . Iain “Cheggy” Chisholm

Episode 1 of “Between the Sticks” is a catch up with current Highland RFC Director of Rugby and podcast co-founder, Iain Chisholm. Cheggy chats about how his rugby path has taken him from a Borders upbringing to finding a new home in the Highlands, via New Zealand, Edinburgh Accies, Cartha QP and everywhere in between. Cheggy also reveals his favourite memories from the Kings of the 7s circuit and why he thinks the small sided variant of the game can be hugely beneficial in player development.