Scottish make three changes to team facing Moseley

Posted on Jan 10, 2013 in London Scottish

Director of Rugby Simon Amor makes three changes to the starting XV for Friday night’s B&I Cup clash at Moseley.

PJ Gidlow is restored at inside centre, with former Moseley captain Andy Reay moving to 13 and Oli Grove deployed on the left wing. Scrum half Jamie Stevenson is once again given the chance to impress following his man of the match performance against Bedford.

In the pack, Joe Trayfoot is given the nod at blindside flanker, with Chevvy Pennycook switching to the openside. Josh Thomas-Brown is selected alongside Paul Spivey in the second row.

There is a strong replacements bench with Mark Irish, Tyler Hotson and Lewis Calder ready to be called upon. Scottish have opted for a five-two split of forwards and backs.

London Scottish side to face Moseley at Billesley Common on Friday 11th January:

15. Jim Thompson; 14. James Love, 13. Andy Reay, 12. PJ Gidlow, 11. Oli Grove; 10. Phil Godman, 9. Jamie Stevenson; 1. Nic Mayhew, 2. Adam Kwasnicki, 3. Colin Quigley; 4. Paul Spivey, 5. Josh Thomas-Brown; 6. Joe Trayfoot, 7. Chevvy Pennycook, 8. Mark Bright

Replacements: 16. Mark Irish, 17. Harry Allen, 18. Alex Mackenzie, 19. Tyler Hotson, 20. Lewis Calder, 21. Richard Bolt, 22. Dan Mugford

TEAM NEWS: London Scottish Ready To Face Bristol Rugby

Posted on Nov 29, 2012 in London Scottish

London Scottish have named an unchanged starting XV for their Friday night clash against Bristol at the Memorial Stadium (7.45pm KO).

Director of Rugby Simon Amor keeps the faith the starting side that beat Moseley 23-18 at the Richmond Athletic Ground last Saturday. Mark Bright once again captains the side from No. 8 after his return from injury and last weekend’s Man of the Match Colin Quigley keeps his place at tight-head.

Five London Scottish players will be making their returns to the Memorial Stadium as former Bristol players: Chevvy Pennycook, Andy Reay and Mark Irish will start the match, with Richard Bolt and Billy Moss named on the replacements bench.

Moss, Lewis Thiede and Joe Trayfoot are also added to the bench as Scottish opt for a five forwards and two backs split.

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London Scottish side to face Moseley

Posted on Oct 19, 2012 in London Scottish

London Scottish start their British & Irish Cup home campaign against Moseley this Saturday.

This weekend sees a number of London Scottish players make a return to the side after a week off last week against Gala and Director of Rugby Simon Amor is looking forward to a competitive game.

Simon Amor: “A few guys are coming back after a week off last week. It is always a fierce encounter between Moseley and ourselves and I am looking forward to a good contest.

I would like to welcome Ben Russell to the squad who starts on the bench.”

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British and Irish Cup Team News: London Scottish v Gala

Posted on Oct 12, 2012 in London Scottish

London Scottish start their British & Irish Cup campaign away to Gala this Saturday.

This weekend sees a number of London Scottish players make a return to the side after injury as Director of Rugby Simon Amor fields an experienced team to face Gala.

Simon Amor: “Some players who have played very well for us so far this season have played a lot of rugby and need time to recover. This weekend gives an opportunity for others but it is key we keep improving and progressing our team performance.

It is good to have Mark Irish, PJ Gidlow and Andy Reay making returns to the team, all senior players for us.”

Commenting on other injuries in the squad, Amor said: “Dan Mugford and Aaron Liffchak are hoping to be back fit in the next couple of weeks and available for selection.”

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Scottish strengthen squad with four new signings

Posted on Jun 20, 2012 in London Scottish

London Scottish have announced the signings of James Love (Plymouth Albion), Andy Reay, Chevvy Pennycook (both Moseley) and James Ngan (Barking).

James Love

24 year old full back Love was an integral part of Plymouth’s successful battle against relegation, notching up 247 points over the course of the 2011/12 season. This achievement is made all the more remarkable as this was his first season in the Championship after making the jump up from Hartpury College in National Three South West.

Director of Rugby Simon Amor is excited to see Love further his development at The Athletic Ground next season.
Amor: “James scored nearly 250 points for Plymouth last season which is obviously a fantastic kicking record. However, he is also a great attacking threat as well with ball in hand. I’m really excited to see how he develops in London Scottish colours next season.”

Andy Reay

29 year old centre Reay joins London Scottish from Moseley. Reay has won 9 caps for England U21, which included winning the U21 Six Nations Grand Slam in 2004.

After spells with Harlequins and Bristol, Reay then spent four years at Billesley Common and Simon Amor is delighted to bring in a player who knows the division inside out.

Amor: “Andy is a good leader, having been Moseley’s captain during the playoffs. He’s a very solid defender, a powerful runner and has very good handling skills. Someone of his experience will only improve our backline.”

Reay: “After speaking to Simon you can see the club is pushing in the right direction. I’m looking forward to the new challenge and testing myself in new environments.”

Chevvy Pennycook

25 year old Bristolian back row Pennycook made 16 appearances for Moseley last season after recovering from an early season injury. He arrives at The Athletic Ground with not only Premiership experience with Bristol, but also with England U20 experience in 2007.
His addition to the squad is another that brings proven Championship quality to the Exiles as they prepare for a second campaign in the division. Forwards coach Alex Codling is impressed with the qualities Pennycook will bring to the squad.
Codling: “He is an outstanding ball carrier, has an immense physical presence and I’m looking forward to working with him.”

Pennycook: “With the signings London Scottish have made, you can see the club is moving in the right direction. From last season, I liked the look of the way they played, and they have a great coaching set up that I want to learn from. I’m really looking forward to the new challenge.”

James Ngan

27 year old back row James Ngan joins from Barking, where he has spent the last five years. Director of Rugby Simon Amor and forwards coach Alex Codling have been tracking Ngan’s progress, with Codling having already worked with him at Barking.

Codling: “I’ve worked with James before at Barking and he is an outstanding no. 6. I’m delighted to be working with him again.”

Ngan: “I’m excited about the challenge of Championship rugby and working with Alex Codling again. I’m really looking forward to the start of the season.”