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Graeme McGarry

Scottish Fa chief executive Ian Maxwell believes there is no need for an independent regulator in Scottish football.

Why Dumbarton's woes are unlikely to prompt SFA rethink on independent regulator
Dumbarton entering administration has renewed calls for an independent regulator to oversee Scottish football, but here's why there is still opposition...

YouTube was the only place that Scotland fans could watch the national side's last-gasp victory over Poland through Andy Robertson's late header.

YouTube was the only place that Scotland fans could watch the national side's last-gasp victory over Poland through Andy Robertson's late header.

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Explainer: Why are Scotland games on Youtube, and will World Cup be free to air?

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah

The incredible life of Mohamed Salah - the world’s best-known Muslim player

Dumbarton were deducted 15 points on Tuesday after entering administration

Dumbarton were deducted 15 points on Tuesday after entering administration

'Get rich quick pipe dream’ that caused sad collapse of Scotland’s fifth oldest club

Cinch League 1 Football match between Alloa Athletic Football Club and Dumbarton Football Club, with Dumbarton winning 3 goals to 2.

Cinch League 1 Football match between Alloa Athletic Football Club and Dumbarton Football Club, with Dumbarton winning 3 goals to 2.

Historic Scottish football club collapses into administration

Team USA may be in line for a fee to play in the Ryder Cup

Team USA may be in line for a fee to play in the Ryder Cup

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Nick Rodger: Pay-to-play Ryder Cup another golfing cash grab by USA stars

Bonnyrigg Rose have been punished for a slope on their pitch

Bonnyrigg Rose have been punished for a slope on their pitch

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Scottish football should be allowed to remain a little tinpot

Emily Kynaston-Williams took her canoe on a 35km adventure across the Isle of Lewis

Emily Kynaston-Williams took her canoe on a 35km adventure across the Isle of Lewis

My XL adventure: one woman’s plus size journey to the great outdoors

Caitlin Hayes has returned to the Celtic squad after an absence that sparked debate

Caitlin Hayes has returned to the Celtic squad after an absence that sparked debate

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Mystery over disappearance of Caitlin Hayes was rare misstep for Celtic boss Sadiku

Rafael Nadal will retire after the Davis Cup

Rafael Nadal will retire after the Davis Cup

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Susan Egelstaff: Forget Federer - exit of egoless Nadal is real blow for tennis

Bradley Neil won the Amateur Championship in 2014

Bradley Neil won the Amateur Championship in 2014

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Struggling pro Bradley Neil opens up on Tour breakdowns and dwindling bank balances

Aiden McGeady, who has retired at the age of 38, lived his dream by becoming a regular for Celtic.

Aiden McGeady, who has retired at the age of 38, lived his dream by becoming a regular for Celtic.

The Big Interview

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Celtic, Strachan and Ireland: Aiden McGeady on 'bull***t', and having no regrets

Joe Ledley during a Celtic trip to the United States back in 2010

Joe Ledley during a Celtic trip to the United States back in 2010

MATTHEW LINDSAY

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Is Celtic v Rangers at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans the way ahead for the SPFL?

The 10th hole at Royal Dornoch

The 10th hole at Royal Dornoch

Around the Greens

Historic Scottish golf club closes its waiting list amid 'unprecedented demand'

Opening date revealed for new Scottish links golf course

Opening date revealed for new Scottish links golf course

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Opening date revealed for new Scottish links golf course

Hearts manager Neil Critchley, right, congratulates teenage striker James Wilson on his goal against Hibernian at Easter Road last month

Hearts manager Neil Critchley, right, congratulates teenage striker James Wilson on his goal against Hibernian at Easter Road last month

Dundee United FC

Cash for kids: Should Scotland's managers be paid bonuses for playing youngsters?

The Celtic away support protested during the Remembrance Day period of silence at Rugby Park on Sunday.

The Celtic away support protested during the Remembrance Day period of silence at Rugby Park on Sunday.

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Celtic poppy debate will never be resolved unless respect cuts both ways

Neil Gray will address controversy around his ministerial car use to football matches.

Neil Gray will address controversy around his ministerial car use to football matches.

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Neil Gray to make statement on growing football chauffeur row

Shot Scope completed a £6.6m funding round earlier this year

Shot Scope completed a £6.6m funding round earlier this year

Scottish golf technology firm in expansion move

Ewen Lumsden has enjoyed a productive 2024 with four ITF tournament wins

Ewen Lumsden has enjoyed a productive 2024 with four ITF tournament wins

The Scot looking to help fill Andy Murray gap after rising 550 places in the rankings

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers wears his poppy at Rugby Park on Sunday

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers wears his poppy at Rugby Park on Sunday

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Celtic's poppy problem: How did Remembrance Sunday become so controversial?

Robert MacIntyre highlighted his season by winning the Scottish Open

Robert MacIntyre highlighted his season by winning the Scottish Open

MacIntyre ready for a final flourish in Dubai to cap 'a hell of a year'

President-elect Donald Trump remains a big player in the world of golf

President-elect Donald Trump remains a big player in the world of golf

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Nick Rodger: In selfish age, Trump and golf will get on like a White House on fire

Lennon Miller captained Motherwell during their Premier Sports Cup semi-final with Rangers last weekend.

Lennon Miller captained Motherwell during their Premier Sports Cup semi-final with Rangers last weekend.

Lennon Miller: The incredible rise of a Scottish superstar in the making

Celtic boss Elena Sadiku with the SWPL Trophy

Celtic boss Elena Sadiku with the SWPL Trophy

Alison McConnell: Sadiku success could be Celtic's loss as English elites take notice

Hazel Irvine will receive an BAFTA Scotland special award next weekend

Hazel Irvine will receive an BAFTA Scotland special award next weekend

Commonwealth Games 2014

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Susan Egelstaff: If you want the best, look no further than Hazel Irvine

Charles Munro with his late wife Margaret

Charles Munro with his late wife Margaret

Pioneering head of sport who helped nurture Scotland’s TV talent dies

Sir Chris Hoy displaying his 2008 Beijing Olympic Games gold medals

Sir Chris Hoy displaying his 2008 Beijing Olympic Games gold medals

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Chris Hoy is right: a change in culture would save men's lives

Simon Green is director of operations at Topgolf Glasgow

Simon Green is director of operations at Topgolf Glasgow

Around the Greens

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Business as usual in Glasgow as Callaway ponders future of Topgolf

Jim Farmer was known as Mr Golf in his native St Andrews

Jim Farmer was known as Mr Golf in his native St Andrews

Farewell to Mr Golf as celebrated St Andrews pro Jim Farmer dies at 76

Golf clubs in Scotland facing economic bunkers

Golf clubs in Scotland facing economic bunkers

Business HQ Monthly

Golf clubs in Scotland facing economic bunkers

Robbie Clyde took over as chief executive of Scottish Golf in September 2023

Robbie Clyde took over as chief executive of Scottish Golf in September 2023

Business HQ Monthly

'Our mission is clear' at Scottish Golf

Golf has never been more popular, yet many clubs are still finding it difficult to make ends meet

Golf has never been more popular, yet many clubs are still finding it difficult to make ends meet

Business HQ Monthly

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Hitting in hope: Scotland's golf clubs under the cosh

South Lanarkshire club secures grant for 'pivotal' golf redevelopment

South Lanarkshire club secures grant for 'pivotal' golf redevelopment

South Lanarkshire club secures grant for 'pivotal' golf redevelopment

President-elect Donald Trump will be a key player in professional golf's merger talks

President-elect Donald Trump will be a key player in professional golf's merger talks

Swing states as McIlroy puts Trump to the fore in golf merger talks

Lost Shore Surf Resort

Lost Shore Surf Resort

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'Game-changing attraction': Scotland's first inland surf destination unveiled

Hannah Darling (left) is one of Scottish golf's most talented amateurs

Hannah Darling (left) is one of Scottish golf's most talented amateurs

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Nick Rodger: Slim pickings as Scottish women's golf tries to play catch up

Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes is the bookmakers' favourite to be the next Rangers manager.

Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes is the bookmakers' favourite to be the next Rangers manager.

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The many reasons Rangers won't turn to Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes

Ruth Chepngetich's world record-breaking run in Chicago has caused much scepticism

Ruth Chepngetich's world record-breaking run in Chicago has caused much scepticism

Susan Egelstaff: Has anti-doping taken a step forward? Hopefully, because it needs to

Victoria has withdrawn as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games (Jacob King/PA)

Victoria has withdrawn as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games (Jacob King/PA)

Commonwealth Games 2026

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MSPs hit out at Commonwealth Games boss over 'lack of leadership' on sex categories

Glasgow Golf Club archivist Nevin McGhee (right) receives the Murdoch Medal from previous recipient Alastair Johnston

Glasgow Golf Club archivist Nevin McGhee (right) receives the Murdoch Medal from previous recipient Alastair Johnston

Archives to ashes as Glasgow Golf Club's McGhee earns medal of honour

Trump victory in US election would be a 'disaster' warns Scottish minister

Trump victory in US election would be a 'disaster' warns Scottish minister

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Trump victory in US election would be a 'disaster' warns Scottish minister

Rangers fans express their unhappiness at how the Ibrox club is being run this season, main picture, non-executive director John Halsted, inset left, US presidential candidate Donald Trump, inset centre, and manager Philippe Clement, inset right

Rangers fans express their unhappiness at how the Ibrox club is being run this season, main picture, non-executive director John Halsted, inset left, US presidential candidate Donald Trump, inset centre, and manager Philippe Clement, inset right

MATTHEW LINDSAY

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New CEO? Fresh investment? How can the Ibrox board 'Make Rangers Great Again'?

New Herald series examines the business of golf

New Herald series examines the business of golf

Business Briefing

New Herald series examines the business of golf

The club overlooks the village of Cardross to the River Clyde

The club overlooks the village of Cardross to the River Clyde

Around the Greens

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Could corporate affiliations be the saviour of Scottish golf clubs?

Ambitious Ethan Erhahon is plotting Lincoln City promotion before personal progression

Ambitious Ethan Erhahon is plotting Lincoln City promotion before personal progression

Ambitious ex-St Mirren starlet Erhahon thriving at Lincoln City as he plots progress

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Scott Wright: Should Rangers court Scotch whisky chief as investor?

Euan Walker won his second Challenge Tour title in Switzerland

Euan Walker won his second Challenge Tour title in Switzerland

Barassie golfer Walker ready to roll the dice in Challenge Tour Grand Final gamble

Rangers has posted a much-bigger loss.

Rangers has posted a much-bigger loss.

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What has led to the ballooning of losses at Rangers?

More than 258,000 people attended this year's Open golf competition in Troon

More than 258,000 people attended this year's Open golf competition in Troon

Business Voices

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'Ensure' The Open remains in Scotland? Don't talk nonsense

Tiger Woods is one of the main driving forces behind golf's new indoor golf league

Tiger Woods is one of the main driving forces behind golf's new indoor golf league

Nick Rodger: Will Tiger and Rory's indoor league capture golfing hearts and minds?

Rangers boss Philippe Clement is under pressure amid Rangers' poor start to the 2024/25 season.

Rangers boss Philippe Clement is under pressure amid Rangers' poor start to the 2024/25 season.

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The inconvenient truth for managers like Philippe Clement and David Gray

The 152nd Open at Royal Troon, attended by a record-breaking 258,174 fans in July, generated over £303.3 million in total economic benefit for Scotland

The 152nd Open at Royal Troon, attended by a record-breaking 258,174 fans in July, generated over £303.3 million in total economic benefit for Scotland

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New R&A partnership 'ensures majors are hosted in Scotland until at least 2034'

Laura Muir (l) and Jemma Reekie are two of the Scottish athletes likely to feature at Glasgow 2026

Laura Muir (l) and Jemma Reekie are two of the Scottish athletes likely to feature at Glasgow 2026

Commonwealth Games 2014

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Susan Egelstaff: The winners and losers of the Glasgow 2026 sports programme