Robert Gordon University British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) competitions. A number of elite athletes study at RGU, for example swimmer Hannah Miley studied at RGU until 2013 and appeared regularly in publicity for the university. A sport scholar program provides support for the athletic and academic careers of developing and elite athletes, including coaching, access to training facilities and financial assistance, as well as flexibility in fitting training around the academic timetable. The Robert Gordon University Boat Club contests the annual Aberdeen Universities Boat Race each Spring against the University of Aberdeen. RGU were victorious in 2012 2013, 2014, 2015. and 2016.
Robert Hamilton (Scottish footballer) Robert Hamilton (Scottish footballer) Robert Cumming Hamilton (13 May 1877 – 1948) was a Scottish international footballer, most notable for his ten-season association with Rangers. Hamilton started his footballing career with local side Elgin City, in the Highland League. He moved to Queen's Park in 1896, when he relocated to Glasgow to attend the University of Glasgow. A year later he joined Rangers, where he remained until 1907, earning a reputation as a potent goal-scorer, particularly accurate from long range. Hamilton became Rangers all-time top scorer against rivals Celtic during his time at Ibrox, and was the club's top goalscorer