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Pringle Takes Scotland U20 Helm With Laidlaw and Kennedy on Coaching Team

The appointments centralize Scotland’s talent pathway to accelerate young players’ development ahead of the 2026 Under-20 Six Nations.

Overview

  • Kenny Murray shifts to National Talent Pathway Lead, overseeing Scotland U18, U19, U20 and the Scots Qualified programme.
  • Greig Laidlaw joins on a consultancy basis for the 2026 U20 Six Nations, bringing experience as Scotland’s most-capped male captain and second-highest points scorer.
  • Sean Kennedy links up with the U20 staff while continuing roles with Stirling County and the National Talent Pathway programmes in Edinburgh.
  • Fergus Pringle steps up from U20 assistant after serving as forwards coach on the senior men’s Pacific Tour and will continue coaching with Edinburgh Rugby’s Academy.
  • The U20s will hold a first training camp at the end of the year as preparations begin for the 2026 championship.