Tap into the mindset of Edinburgh’s fresh faced enforcer, Ross Ford in this week’s First XV Q & A. The colossus from Kelso nominates his favourite film, tells us about his preferred holiday destination and sheds some light on his taste in music.
Remember Ross is bracing himself for the return of Magners League action to EH12 on Friday (27 March, kick off 7.30pm). A showdown with the team from the Wild West of Ireland, Connacht will take place at Murrayfield. Make sure you’re quick on the drawer to reserve your place in the West Stand for a phenomenal price (call 0131 346 5180, Adults: £15, Concessions (students and senior citizens): £10, Juniors (under-18s): £5). Top class rugby at a great value price – call now and become part of a team to be proud of.
First club you ever played for?
Kelso minis when I was about six. I played there right up through until I was 18
First position you every played in?
Prop. I moved to the back row when I went to High School and then became a hooker when I joined the Borders at 18.
First time you thought you would play professional rugby?Probably when I was 16. I was training quite a lot and I enjoyed it, so I thought it would be good to be professional.
What was your most memorable try?Scoring in Argentina for Scotland in the summer
Who has been your most difficult opponent?Szarzewski of France – the one with the hair!
What is your greatest ever achievement?
Playing for Scotland
Where was your greatest ever holiday?Going to Mexico in 2005
What is the greatest film you’ve ever seen?
The Godfather Part II. I only watched it recently, but I thought it was brilliant
Last CD you bought?I downloaded FO RIDA
What is your favourite ever CD?
It is probably something like 50 Cent
Best stadium you have ever played in?
The Stade de France
Best aspect about working in Edinburgh?
It is a really friendly place
Who has been the biggest influence on your career so far?Tony Gilbert was the one who persuaded me to change position
What is your main hobby away from rugby?Walking my dog
Main objective for the season?To finish as high as possible in the Magners League
