Jamie Ritchie joins Glasgow Warriors, confident in fit and style
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:18 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie has signed with Glasgow Warriors, expressing excitement about the opportunity. The 29-year-old flanker had previously spent 11 years at Edinburgh and last season played for Perpignan in France. Ritchie is looking forward to reuniting with familiar teammates and believes Glasgow's style of play aligns with his competencies. He noted the team's success as a motivating factor for his move and aims to make significant contributions to their gameplay. Ritchie highlighted his skills in ball handling and passing as assets to the Warriors' forward structure.
- •Jamie Ritchie previously played 11 years with Edinburgh.
- •He spent the last season in France with Perpignan.
- •Ritchie aims to leverage his skills for Glasgow's gameplay.
- •He is excited to reunite with familiar teammates from his past.
- •Glasgow's recent success influenced his decision to join.
- 1:18 PMYahoo Sports — Ritchie sure his qualities are good fit for Glasgow
"Former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie is confident that a switch to Glasgow Warriors will suit his style as he looks forward to reuniting with some old friends. The flanker, 29, spent 11 years playing with Edinburgh before spending last season in France with Perpignan. "For me, obviously seeing the success that Glasgow have had over the last few years is a huge motivating factor in wanting to join the group," Ritchie said in a club interview.
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