Hawks have seconded to nomination of Andy Irvine because ;
We need a clear change from old committee to show that this is a new beginning; the clubs, players, sponsors, government and public will not believe there has been a change unless we have new faces.
We need someone who everyone looks up to, respects and who will lead the SRU through this first year of the new structure, not a journeyman who has been embedded in the old structure for over 10 years.
We need someone who has a balance of rugby and business.
We need someone who is passionate about Scottish Rugby at all levels.
Andy has experience of rugby at all levels from mini rugby to Lions, from playing to administration including a short time on the SRU executive.
Although he recognises the importance of the International and Pro teams, he especially wants to help the domestic game

This article was originally posted on 4-Jun-2005, 18:31 by Hugh Barrow.
Last updated by Hugh Barrow on 4-Jun-2005, 18:35.