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Edinburgh appoints Louise Dalgliesh as women's team head coach

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Edinburgh appoints Louise Dalgliesh as women's team head coach

Summary

Edinburgh Rugby has announced the appointment of Louise Dalgliesh as the head coach for the women's team. Dalgliesh previously held the position of head of performance for women's rugby at the University of Edinburgh. With 67 caps for Scotland, she has experience coaching at various levels, including the Scotland Women Under-20 program and the Japan national team. She expressed pride in taking on the role and excitement about developing the current squad, which includes players she has previously coached. Dalgliesh's focus will be on continuing the growth of women's rugby at Edinburgh.

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Key Details

•Louise Dalgliesh becomes Edinburgh's women's head coach.
•Formerly head of performance at the University of Edinburgh.
•Coached Scotland Women Under-20 and Japan national teams.
•Dalgliesh has 67 caps for Scotland.
•Focus on developing current Edinburgh women players.

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What they're saying

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Edinburgh have named Louise Dalgliesh as the club's new women's team head coach. Dalgliesh joins Edinburgh from the University of Edinburgh where she served as head of performance for women's rugby. Dalgliesh has also worked as head coach of the Scotland Women Under-20 programme where she worked with young players, many of which are now emerging in the Edinburgh women's squad.
— Yahoo Sports

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