Photo: Getty ImagesFormer Highlander John Hardie has been suspended by Scotland Rugby for three months over alleged cocaine use. "Support will be provided to the player by Edinburgh Rugby and Scottish Rugby on a personal and professional level throughout the period of his suspension and going forward." Hardie, who played 53 games for the Highlanders between 2010 and 2015, apologised for his actions. I want to acknowledge the support I have had from Edinburgh Rugby and Scottish Rugby in dealing with the issue. Originally from Lumsden, Hardie played for Southland between 2007 and 2014.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 29, 2017 19:18 UTC