Weekend Update

• 16 Sep 2019

The Warriors edge a thriller, the World Cup edges ever closer and the new kits receive praise - catch up with a busy weekend in our latest Weekend Update.

Warriors claim victory in The Famous Grouse Pre-Season Challenge

After defeat in Belfast in their opening pre-season fixture, Glasgow Warriors were after victory over Ulster at Scotstoun in The Famous Grouse Pre-Season Challenge. A late Adam Nicol try proved decisive in a 36-33 win, much to the delight of the Warrior Nation.

FULL TIME at Scotstoun as Glasgow Warriors win 36 -33 against Ulster in The Famous Grouse Pre-Season Challenge pic.twitter.com/Thz7hM2RPv
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 14, 2019

REPORT | Adam Nicol’s late try proved to be the match-winner for Glasgow Warriors this afternoon, edging out Ulster 36-33 in @thefamousgrouse Pre-Season Challenge at Scotstoun.

Read more ? https://t.co/hcB7zP0wCy pic.twitter.com/O8XtYU6wyX
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 14, 2019

Thank you to the 7,126 of you who came along to Scotstoun this afternoon ? pic.twitter.com/oGlrHhtMBE
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 14, 2019

From lima, Peru come on Glasgow!!!!!!
— Graeme Ralph (@Grumm85) September 14, 2019

Thanks for all the @GlasgowWarriors fans that came along today brilliant to be back at home . Also thanks for the messages on the ankle . It will be fine just a wee knock as we put it so am all good ????
— Rory Hughes (@RozzaHughes) September 14, 2019

Quick look at how @GlasgowWarriors have used their extended squad for the 2 preseason games. #WeAreWarriors pic.twitter.com/jrPS3WzSIO
— Kevin Millar (@topofthemoonGW) September 15, 2019

A solid 5 minutes lasted today ? Good to be back out at Scotstoun, no matter how brief, and a good win to lead into the main event in a couple weeks. A lot of young boys really sticking their hands up for what will… https://t.co/SFJwLDvxOi
— Ruaridh Jackson (@ruaridh_jackson) September 14, 2019

Loved every minute running out at scotstoun today. Support always on top form ?? https://t.co/Cm5yKLSz80
— Glenn J Bryce (@glennbryce) September 14, 2019

Pre-season ✅ pic.twitter.com/zfhi48rDxw
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 15, 2019

? Dave Rennie, Glenn Bryce and Ratu Tagive speak to us following the 36-33 win over Ulster in The Famous Grouse Pre-Season Challenge at Scotstoun this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/u9WsUuTxdp
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 14, 2019

Scotland officially welcomed to 2019 Rugby World Cup

5,743 miles from Scotstoun, the 12 Glasgow Warriors preparing to represent Scotland at the upcoming Rugby World Cup in Japan were receiving their official tournament caps in Nagasaki:

? Scotland officially welcomed to #RWC2019 at the home of famous Scottish industrialist Thomas Glover! #AsOne Arigato! pic.twitter.com/Ti8fNLMXFi
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) September 15, 2019

????????? Scotland’s official welcoming ceremony to #RWC2019! #AsOne pic.twitter.com/avO6ZdTPc4
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) September 15, 2019

INTERVIEW | “Surreal is still the world I’d use to describe the fact we’re thousands of miles away from Scotland at a world cup. It’s an amazing place to come and makes the tournament that bit extra special.” https://t.co/VD661aVJwD
— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) September 14, 2019

“O Flower of Scotland”… Japanese style ????????? @Scotlandteam being made to feel at home in #Nagasaki#RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/AvcVg3Dq41
— Bryn Palmer (@ABCBrynPalmer) September 16, 2019

DTH goes blonde

Having had the pressure put on him by former team-mate Phil Mackenzie, DTH van der Merwe is taking us back to 2011 as he prepares for his fourth Rugby World Cup…

2011 WORLD CUP WITH BLONDE HAIR, BIG DREAMS, AND AN EVEN BIGGER @Jason_Marshall_ ???? p.s. I really think @DTHVDM needs to bring the blonde back. pic.twitter.com/xqBh8Z1fqF
— Phil Mackenzie (@Phil_Mackenzie1) September 5, 2019

Fabulous photo taken of @DTHVDM by a supporter in Nagato, Japan. 4th @rugbyworldcup …. it has to be quite the feeling for the Canadian talent. I’m just so glad he brought back the blond! #RWC2019 #rugbyunited pic.twitter.com/mBTQvfJCJH
— #RugbyUnitedCanada (@RugbyCAN_) September 15, 2019

Probably the best school visit I’ve ever experienced! What a polite and exuberant culture! #NagatoIsCalling ? @jmackerdoo @ 境川 https://t.co/MwiEPJoG1C
— DTH van der Merwe (@DTHVDM) September 15, 2019

Views from Japan ?? ?

Boys were taking in the sights and putting in work this week in Nagato! ?? #RugbyCA #RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/oACt8qpDv2
— Rugby Canada (@RugbyCanada) September 14, 2019

Aki arrives

The Warriors welcomed their latest new arrival last week, as Highlander prop Aki Seiuli was announced as the club’s latest signing ahead of the 2019/20 season.

✍️ | @Highlanders prop Aki Seiuli has signed a two-year contract with Glasgow Warriors #WelcomeAki pic.twitter.com/uVCx0aGfny

— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 11, 2019

? | Super Rugby loose-head Aki Seiuli will join the club following the conclusion of Otago's Mitre 10 Cup campaign #WelcomeAkihttps://t.co/976KIjS0b0

— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 11, 2019

'He's a hell of an athlete.'

Glasgow sign former Highlanders prop Aki Seiuli on a two-year deal.

More: https://t.co/EsZCUi8MNJ pic.twitter.com/RJ8eGEYnNY

— BBC Sport Scotland (@BBCSportScot) September 11, 2019

The @GlasgowWarriors front row is looking pretty stacked with their latest addition

Dave Rennie?
"Aki (Seiuli) is a hell of an athlete. We identified him as someone with that point of difference around his ball carrying and physicality."https://t.co/2CAvZNslFk

— PRO14 RUGBY (@PRO14Official) September 11, 2019

This should be fun… https://t.co/wyqt1gfi7k

— Jamie Lyall (@JLyall93) September 12, 2019

Harper MacLeod sign on for more

Leading Scottish law firm Harper MacLeod became the latest sponsor to extend their partnership with Glasgow Warriors last week, with Kyle Steyn on hand to assist with proceedings. The new #WestStandWarriors were in full voice on Saturday, whilst the Harper MacLeod Club Deck hosted its first matchday event of the season.

? | One of Scotland’s leading law firms @HarperMacleod has extended its sponsorship of the club for a further two seasons.https://t.co/OH3rgrivAI
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 13, 2019

Delighted to extend our sponsorship of @GlasgowWarriors until 2021, which will see the partnership enter its 6th season.

“The Warriors share our driven culture of seeking constant improvement & never resting on previous achievements.” #WeAreWarriors?️ ⚔️https://t.co/LyokXEVLFt
— Harper Macleod LLP (@HarperMacleod) September 13, 2019

Great news that @HarperMacleod have decided to extend their partnership with the Warriors ?? looking forward to hearing the #WestStandWarriors tomorrow! https://t.co/o7T2YYE2B4
— kyle steyn (@kylesteyn) September 13, 2019

@LeeJones11 and @JohnDalziel6 on good form in the @HarperMacleod Club Deck ahead of kick-off. pic.twitter.com/shZLZBGJZC
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 14, 2019

2️⃣ more years with @HarperMacleod ? pic.twitter.com/cWVtjpqqZH
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 13, 2019

Before…and after @chrisfusaro21 ? pic.twitter.com/w7sq5DBQV1
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 14, 2019

New kit gets recognition

Finally this week, our new home and alternate kits for the 2019/20 season have already made a significant impression on the Guinness PRO14 – the club’s offerings for the new season made the league’s top-five list for the new season…

The 5 best #GuinnessPRO14 kits for the 2019/20 season ?

➡️ @cardiff_blues
➡️ @GlasgowWarriors
➡️ @ZebreRugby
➡️ @dragonsrugby
➡️ @UlsterRugby

Which kit is your favourite? Comment below ?https://t.co/yycRbVTBdW
— PRO14 RUGBY (@PRO14Official) September 15, 2019

Warriors HQ is back

Still looking for more? Then you’re in luck.

Check out the first Warriors HQ of the new season right now, as we take you behind the scenes at Scotstoun:

? Warriors HQ is back for the new season!

Go behind the scenes at Scotstoun as the players prepare for yesterday’s game against Ulster. https://t.co/rA9cynarCx
— Glasgow Warriors (@GlasgowWarriors) September 15, 2019