A Six Nations Round-up for Doddie Aid
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Doddie's Triple Crown is the 2026 edition of Rob Wainwright's epic annual cycling challenge to raise funds for My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. Off the back of the success of Doddie's Grand Tour 2025, which raised over £1 million for MND research, Rob and his crew are back! The challenge will take place from Tuesday 10th - Friday 13th March and the teams will cover 800 miles over four days - arriving in Dublin the evening before Scotland take on Ireland at the Aviva Stadium. Riders stop at various rugby clubs and schools along the way — all to raise vital funds for MND research and support.
Our team, the Slanj Events Trogs - Alan 'Waff' Manson (Captain), Dougie Vipond, Ewan Graham, Barry MacPherson, Dave Russell (supported by Mhairi Mackechnie and Mark 'Skelf' Carberry) - is training hard to prepare for this demanding event. Alongside clocking up the miles, we're also doing varied fundraising activities to help smash our £20,000 fundraising target.
Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating the spirit of rugby and raising vital funds for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation!
Hosted by Dougie Vipond, this special evening brings together some of the biggest names in rugby for a lively Q&A session. Hear their stories, relive iconic moments, and get behind-the-scenes insights into the game we all love.
Confirmed Guests:
- Franco Smith, Glasgow Warriors Head Coach: Smith joined Glasgow Warriors from the Italian Rugby Federation, where he had served as Head of High Performance since 2021 and previously as the men’s national Head Coach from 2020. A former Springbok, Smith made a try-scoring debut against Scotland at Murrayfield and won nine caps for his country between 1996 and 1999. Under his leadership, the Glasgow Warriors won the United Rugby Championship (URC) title. Smith led his side to a 21–16 victory in the Grand Final against his former team, the South African giants The Bulls, at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.
- Kyle Steyn: A natural leader and the driving force behind the Glasgow Warriors, Kyle Steyn is a powerhouse in the Scottish backline. Whether he’s bossing the edge or leading the charge as club captain, Steyn’s consistency and clinical finishing were instrumental in bringing the URC trophy back to Scotland. A 30+ cap international with a relentless work rate, he embodies the grit and spirit of the game.
- George Horne: One of the fastest scrum-halves in the northern hemisphere, George Horne is a constant threat around the base of the ruck. As the Warriors’ all-time leading try scorer with over 150 club appearances, his ability to support a break is second to none. A vital spark for the national side with over 35 Scotland caps, George brings a high-tempo game and an incredible rugby IQ to every match he plays.
We will confirm more guests soon!
An auction and raffle - with some fantastic items on offer - will be extras on the night!
This is your chance to have a drink with friends, have fun, and rub shoulders with rugby greatness while supporting a cause close to the hearts of many, inspired by the incredible legacy of the late, great Doddie Weir.
🔥 Don’t wait! Spaces are limited, so grab your tickets now for an evening filled with inspiration, laughter, and camaraderie. Let’s be part of the cure and tackle MND together.
See you there!
£30 per person, tables of 10 for £300.
Date
Saturday 28 March 2026 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM (UTC+00)Location
Stirling County Rugby Football Club
Bridgehaugh Park Function Room, Stirling , FK9 5AP
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