Gordon Leslie Simpson (born 21 September 1971) is a New Zealand-born rugby union player who played as a loose forward, formerly for Glasgow Caledonians and also representing Scotland. He was known by the nickname "badger" because of his ability to win the ball close to the ground.[1]
Following his International career, Gordon returned to the North Harbour team, captaining it on a few occasions, one of which being the side's first ever game at its current stadium, North Harbour Stadium. He then retired from first-class rugby, returning to North Harbour's premier grade, having played in the grade more than a decade beforehand.[2]
He qualified to play for Scotland through his maternal grandfather, who was born in the Knightswood area of Glasgow.[1] He made his debut against Australia in Sydney on 13 June 1998. He played in four matches at the World Cup in 1999.