This weekend saw Hawks wind up its pre season programme with matches against West of Scotland and Glasgow Accies two of the oldest clubs in the world of rugby
Both clubs signed the letter challenging the clubs of England to meet them on the field under the Rugby rules which led to the birth of the international game and both clubs were also present at the meeting held in the Glasgow Academy that saw the formation of the Scottish Football Union later renamed the Scottish Rugby Union

On the pitch however Hawks struggled to beat a lively West side 26-19
Hawks 2xv lost to Glasgow Accies 3 tries to 1 at New Anniesland
Reports to follow

This article was originally posted on 25-Aug-2007, 17:50 by Hugh Barrow.
Last updated by Hugh Barrow on 25-Aug-2007, 18:20.