Sunday, 31 May 2009
Scotland 14 samoa 12
The girls rugby stopped for scotland playing. It was the last play scotland won with. The semi final is against south africa. We play 2pm.
Friday, 29 May 2009
IRB 7s
We will be running a bus to the IRB 7’s again this year. Tickets will be allocated on a first come first serve basis and demand always outstrips supply so get your skates on. This event gets the kids and the old yins up close and personal with some of their heroes. I have attached some pictures from last year to give a flavour.
Let Kevan Aitken know how many tickets you need as well as getting the cash to him a soon as we confirm prices.
EDIT:- I hope everyone that is going has fun Saturday and Sunday, any details from Sunday I will post (hopefully including pics).
Tommy.
Let Kevan Aitken know how many tickets you need as well as getting the cash to him a soon as we confirm prices.
EDIT:- I hope everyone that is going has fun Saturday and Sunday, any details from Sunday I will post (hopefully including pics).
Tommy.
Tuesday, 26 May 2009
Monday, 25 May 2009
Tuesday, 19 May 2009
June - August social events
The following are the social/club events so far for June to August (please support them)
Annual General Meeting 5th June
Car Boot Sale 14th June
Quiz Night 20 June
Barbeque 15 August
More details will follow.
Link to chatboard
EDIT:-
The Quiz Night which was scheduled for Saturday 20th June has been cancelled.
Also the Car Boot Sale which was scheduled for Sunday 14th June has been cancelled, both functions have been cancelled as an outside function has also been arranged in the club.
We will advise when the Quiz Night/Car Boot Sale is rescheduled in future.
We apologise for any inconvenience
Tommy.
Annual General Meeting 5th June
Car Boot Sale 14th June
Quiz Night 20 June
Barbeque 15 August
More details will follow.
Link to chatboard
EDIT:-
The Quiz Night which was scheduled for Saturday 20th June has been cancelled.
Also the Car Boot Sale which was scheduled for Sunday 14th June has been cancelled, both functions have been cancelled as an outside function has also been arranged in the club.
We will advise when the Quiz Night/Car Boot Sale is rescheduled in future.
We apologise for any inconvenience
Tommy.
Monday, 18 May 2009
BAKING STALL AT HOLY FAIR MAUCHLINE SATURDAY 23RD MAY 2009
CUMNOCK RFC CLUB FUNDS
BAKING STALL AT HOLY FAIR MAUCHLINE SATURDAY 23RD MAY 2009
We need your help! Do you like baking or does your mum, gran, sister or friend? We need good quality Scottish baking for the clubs stall at the Holy Fair on the 23rd of May.
As the theme is Scottish and the stall will be open all day we need as much baking as possible all money going to Club funds. Please select from the list below and phone Una on 01290 552987 or Marie on 01560 320593 to let them know what you are donating.
Scones, pancakes, potato scones, shortbread, tablet, toffee, empire biscuits, clootie dumpling,
Fruit loaves, gingerbread, millionaire shortbread.
Thank you for your support.
Chatboard thread
BAKING STALL AT HOLY FAIR MAUCHLINE SATURDAY 23RD MAY 2009
We need your help! Do you like baking or does your mum, gran, sister or friend? We need good quality Scottish baking for the clubs stall at the Holy Fair on the 23rd of May.
As the theme is Scottish and the stall will be open all day we need as much baking as possible all money going to Club funds. Please select from the list below and phone Una on 01290 552987 or Marie on 01560 320593 to let them know what you are donating.
Scones, pancakes, potato scones, shortbread, tablet, toffee, empire biscuits, clootie dumpling,
Fruit loaves, gingerbread, millionaire shortbread.
Thank you for your support.
Chatboard thread
Sunday, 17 May 2009
Cumnock Whitecraigs Tournament Report
Cumnock Primary 7s at WhitecraigsPrimary 4 reports:-
Cumnock 2 – 1 Whitecraigs
Cumnock kicked off their tournament by, unusually, playing Whitecraigs at touch rugby.
This inevitably meant that it was much harder to find space and as a result scoring chances were few and far between. Cumnock managed to open the scoring with Owen Young finishing off an excellent team move in the corner. However, Whitecraigs managed to equalise with a long range score before half time.
The second half continued in a similar fashion to the first with Cumnock scoring the only good chance of the half with Owen Young on hand to sprint clear of the covering defence after a break from Rob Drummond.
Cumnock 1 – 6 Ayr A
This was a fine example of the kind of game where the score doesn’t represent the game. Cumnock stuck in well at this game with a committed defensive effort against a strong Ayr team.
Austin McBirnie scored Cumnock’s try after a typically jinking run which seemed to take him round every member of the Ayr defence at least twice. Also worthy of a mention was Ross Wallace who prevented two tries with magnificent covering tackles just short of the line.
Cumnock 5 – 7 Hamilton
The team then played a strong Hamilton team and once again were unlucky not to come away with a better result.
This was a very exciting game with excellent handling and running skills on show from both teams. Owen Young was the star of this game, scoring four tries and making the other for Adam Veitch. There were also impressive defensive showings from Adam Watt and Rob Drummond who unfortunately injured himself making a heroic tackle to prevent a Hamilton score.
Cumnock 7 – 4 Ayr B
Cumnock played their final game of the season against their second Ayr team and were determined to go out with a win.
This showed with a very impressive performance from the team who all worked very hard for this result with some excellent support play breaking the Ayr defence down time after time. Owen Young scored twice in the first half with Adam Watt and Austin McBirnie also adding scores before half time to make the score 4-3. After the break Cumnco took control of this game with a further two scores from Adam Watt to complete his hat trick with other coming from Adam Veitch. Once again the star defender was Ross Wallace who made another brace of try saving tackles.
The side had another encouraging weekend against strong opposition and this bodes well for next season.
Thanks for David Kerr for report.
Link to chatboard p4 thread
Primary 5 Report:-
The last day of the season saw Cumnock heading up to Whitecraigs for 4 games of rugby.
Cumnock 9 Whitecraigs 4
The team got off to a slow start in the game and were lucky to go in level at 1/2 time. The second half was a different story with some great running and solid defence work resulting in a convincing victory.
Garnock 6 Cumnock 5
This was a great game with Cumnock taking an early lead. Garnock pulled the game back and it looked to be a draw until Garnock scored in the last play of the game.
Cumnock 8 Hamilton 5
Another good performance from Cumnock taking an early lead. With a solid defence, great running and support play the result of this game never looked to be in any doubt.
Ayr 5 Cumnock 4
This was the best game of the day with both teams putting in a great performance, lots of exciting open play with possession changing hands at a furious pace. The game could have gone either way and this game again looked to be a draw before Ayr sneaked in a late try to snatch victory.
A great all round performance from the team of John Watt, Sean Houston, Scott Teece, Callum Bell, Lucy Watt, Tyler Wallace and Rory Nimmo. Tries scored by Callum, Sean, Scott and John
Lnik to chatboard p5 thread
Report for Cumnock RFC P7 Team, Whitecraigs Tournament
Whitecraigs 2 Cumnock 5
Cumnock started the game well, taking the game directly to their opponents. Some good interplay amongst the forwards allowed Callum McKenzie in for his first try for Cumnock. Cumnock kept up the pressure, forcing their opposite numbers into making handling errors and allowing the Cumnock backs to move the ball about freely resulting in tries for Zak North and Aiden Kerr (3). The team played together well going forward but again only mixed results in defence with fierce tackling from Kerr, Reilly and Aitken covering for some of the others.
Cumnock 1 Hamilton 2
The result didn't do justice to the effort put in by Cumnock against this bigger team, some of whom wouldn't have looked out of place in an S2 team.Cumnock opened the scoring with a great move from the backs with slick passing from Reilly and Aitken creating the space for Jack Reilly to score. Cumnock seemed to ease off a bit and let Hamilton back into the game. The tackling was ferocious at times but the indifferent refereeing didn't do Cumnock any favours. The winning try was scored after a pass that was so far forward it showed up in next weeks calendar. The Hamilton coach apologised but the score meant that Cumnock were out of the competition and Whitecraigs went through to the final against Ayr on try difference, having beaten Hamilton five nil.
Overall the team played well but the players knew that they should have won against Hamilton despite the refereeing decisions. The players felt a bit flat afterwards but the coaches have seen enough to look forward to next season as they move up to S1 to play Midi-rugby.
Link to Primary 7 chatboard topic
Struan Camp -Glasgow Players Selected
Link to full story on Scottish rugby website
All the other players from other clubs can be found on above link.
List of the players from Glasgow that have been selected through the National Pathway 2008-09 to attend the National Camp at Struan in July (from Cumnock). Congratulations to the players on their achievement and thank you to all the support they received from coaches, managers, parents and the medical staff.
Forname Surname Age Club School
Mark Bennett 17 Cumnock St. Joseph's Academy
Alan Haynes 17 Cumnock Auchinleck Academy
Craig Greer 18 Cumnock
All the other players from other clubs can be found on above link.
Saturday, 16 May 2009
Player of the Year Awards
It's that time of year again. Nomination forms are now available behind the bar for you to vote for the various awards. The categories are:
Player of the year
2nd XV player of the year
Most improved player
Young Player of the year (U21)
Most deserving Player
If you can't get down to the club, then contact Jim Morton in order to cast your votes. The awards will be presented on Sunday 24th May after the 1st XV v U17 game.
As we should all know the Under 17s and playing the 1st team next Sunday 24th May. It is ofcourse still the the Mini/midi awards day. tickets are £6 for adults and £3 for children.
There is some unfortunate people that need to be at the club for 9am. The marquee we used at the mini festival will be there again. There is going to be a BBQ and a tuck shop. There is some of you that are at Kilmarnock this weekend and Whitecraigs. So that we can order enough food we need to know this weekend for many tickets are sold, so that we can buy enough burgers, so buy your tickets this weekend.
So help us all out and get the tickets sold.
(thank you coaches/parents and everyone else)
Tommy (Webmaster for mini/midi officially (seeing as that me on that committee as well) and senior section of Cumnock Rugby Club.
Player of the year
2nd XV player of the year
Most improved player
Young Player of the year (U21)
Most deserving Player
If you can't get down to the club, then contact Jim Morton in order to cast your votes. The awards will be presented on Sunday 24th May after the 1st XV v U17 game.
As we should all know the Under 17s and playing the 1st team next Sunday 24th May. It is ofcourse still the the Mini/midi awards day. tickets are £6 for adults and £3 for children.
There is some unfortunate people that need to be at the club for 9am. The marquee we used at the mini festival will be there again. There is going to be a BBQ and a tuck shop. There is some of you that are at Kilmarnock this weekend and Whitecraigs. So that we can order enough food we need to know this weekend for many tickets are sold, so that we can buy enough burgers, so buy your tickets this weekend.
So help us all out and get the tickets sold.
(thank you coaches/parents and everyone else)
Tommy (Webmaster for mini/midi officially (seeing as that me on that committee as well) and senior section of Cumnock Rugby Club.
Sunday, 3 May 2009
Uddingston tournament with Cumnocks p5 & p7 AND primary 3/4s
Primary 3/4
Cumnock Primary 3 &4 Uddingston Tournament Report
Uddingston Lions 4 Cumnock 3
Cumnock kicked off their tournament against one of the two entries from the home side. Uddingston had taken 10 tries off the Cumnock side only a few weeks ago and would have expected another comfortable win.
However, this was without considering the considerable fighting spirit that this team discovered today and this game developed into an enthralling affair with some rugby played by both teams.
Cumnock’s standouts in this game were Ross Watson who made some heroic try saving tackles as well as try-scorers Owen Young (2) and Alex Houston.
Uddingston Tigers 4 Cumnock 2
It is perhaps a mark of how impressive the team’s first performance had been that the coaches were left slightly disappointed that this game got away from them.
Uddingston Tigers were the eventual winners of this competition but they were lucky in some respects that Cumnock let them run in a few tries virtually unopposed while Cumnock narrowly missing out on a couple of scores with both Austin McBirnie and Alex Houston both bundled into touch just short of the line.
Both of Cumnock’s tries were scored by the outcasting Owen Young who finished off good team moves with typically jinking runs as well as making some crunching tackles.
Cumnock 4 Waysiders 3
Cumnock came flying out of the blocks for this match with alex Houston breaking straight from the kick off before slipping the scoring pass to Owen Young.
This set the tune for the match with Cumnock finally putting in the kind of team performance that they threatening to produce for several weeks.
Cumnock’s defence in particular was outstanding with thumping tackles from Rob Drummond causing spilt ball that the side’s dangerous running could benefit from.
Cumnock seemed completely in control with further scores from owen young and Austin McBirnie. However Cumnock looked set to blow it when they allowed waysiders to sneak a couple of quick scores and level the scores.
However, the fighting spirit that the side had shown all day came to the fore once more again on the lastb play of the game when McBirnie broke from behind his own line, beat most of the wayside’s team before being caught just short of the line. The ever present Young was on hold to receive the pass and cross to claim a richly deserved victory.
Cumnock 2 East Kilbride 5
Cumnock started well against a much larger East Kilbride team with Austin McBirnie using his pace well to score in the corner after a looping run.
East Kilbride answered with score of their own before Owen Young finished off his prolific day with his eighth try.
However their busy day suddenly caught up with the primary 3 & 4s and East Kilbride were able to use their size advantage to run in four more tries without answer.
Overall this was a very positive day for the p3 & 4s with several outstanding individual performances. However, it is the team that counts and this is a side that is starting to gel and work together which bodes well for their two remaining tournaments.
Primary 5s
The team played 5 hard games of rugby during a long day at Uddingston tournament.
Cumnock 8 Uddingston 8
The team got off to a poor start against the hosts and were trailing 5-2 at half time, but the team put in a great performance in the second half and ended up with a draw.
Cumnock 2 East Kilbride 7
This was a hard game against the eventual winners of the tournament. The end result not really reflecting the passage of play. Missed tackles and poor support play losing the team this game.
Cumnock 7 Helensburgh 8
Another smashing performance from the team in this game. Helensburgh running in 2 late tries to deny Cumnock a victory.
Cumnock 6 Waysiders 2
A well deserved victory in this game with another thrilling performance from the team. Putting up a strong defence and running in some well worked tries.
Cumnock 5 Strathaven 5
The last game of the day was a real spectacle with both teams giving their all to provide a thriller for the spectators.
The Cumnock team today were Calum Bell, John Watt, Jack McSeveney, Sean Houston, Tyler Wallace and Lucy Watt. Tries coming from Calum, Sean, Jack and John
Primary 5 chatboard topic
Report for P7 Team
Strathaven 3 Cumnock 0
Cumnock opened well, pressing their opponents from the start. Only poor ball retention at the breakdown and a few missed tackles allowed Strathaven in to score. This was a much better performance by Cumnock and the scoreline flattered their opponents.
East Kilbride 4 Cumnock 2
Cumnock started lively enough with a fine team effort allowing Connor McSevenney in at the orner. However the powerfull running and supprt play from their bigger opponents soon started to tell and East Kilbride replied with two fine tries. Cumnock took the play to their opponents in the second half but it was always a chasing game and the outcome wasn't in doubt despite a try from Zack North.
Uddingston 3 Cumnock 2
This was the best game of the day and again Cumnock started well with an early try from Aiden Kerr. Both teams passed and tackled well and the crowd were treated to a fine dsplay of rugby. Cumnock's other try came from Cameron McGuire but injuries started to take their toll and in the end Uddingston managed to sneak a win.
Cumnock 5 Waysiders 4
Cumnock were playing for pride in this game and played to their strengths. At last the backs moved the ball wide and utilised their pace in the wide open spaces. In fact the Cumnock score should have been higher but poor retention of the ball in the tackle and poor decision making by the ball carrier , often cutting back inside and ignoring the over-laps outside him kept the game tight until the final whistle. Scores came from A Davidson, A Harkiss, E Hendry, A Kerr and J Reilly.
Over all the performance was good from the Cumnock players, in particular the forwards gelled well and provided a good platform for the backs. The Players Player of the Day was Rachel Shankland who had some great runs with the ball and tackled fiercely on the wing.
The other players on the day were C McKenzie, S Faulds, G Aitken, T Dowds and R McLaren
Primary 7 chatboard topic
Cumnock Primary 3 &4 Uddingston Tournament Report
Uddingston Lions 4 Cumnock 3
Cumnock kicked off their tournament against one of the two entries from the home side. Uddingston had taken 10 tries off the Cumnock side only a few weeks ago and would have expected another comfortable win.
However, this was without considering the considerable fighting spirit that this team discovered today and this game developed into an enthralling affair with some rugby played by both teams.
Cumnock’s standouts in this game were Ross Watson who made some heroic try saving tackles as well as try-scorers Owen Young (2) and Alex Houston.
Uddingston Tigers 4 Cumnock 2
It is perhaps a mark of how impressive the team’s first performance had been that the coaches were left slightly disappointed that this game got away from them.
Uddingston Tigers were the eventual winners of this competition but they were lucky in some respects that Cumnock let them run in a few tries virtually unopposed while Cumnock narrowly missing out on a couple of scores with both Austin McBirnie and Alex Houston both bundled into touch just short of the line.
Both of Cumnock’s tries were scored by the outcasting Owen Young who finished off good team moves with typically jinking runs as well as making some crunching tackles.
Cumnock 4 Waysiders 3
Cumnock came flying out of the blocks for this match with alex Houston breaking straight from the kick off before slipping the scoring pass to Owen Young.
This set the tune for the match with Cumnock finally putting in the kind of team performance that they threatening to produce for several weeks.
Cumnock’s defence in particular was outstanding with thumping tackles from Rob Drummond causing spilt ball that the side’s dangerous running could benefit from.
Cumnock seemed completely in control with further scores from owen young and Austin McBirnie. However Cumnock looked set to blow it when they allowed waysiders to sneak a couple of quick scores and level the scores.
However, the fighting spirit that the side had shown all day came to the fore once more again on the lastb play of the game when McBirnie broke from behind his own line, beat most of the wayside’s team before being caught just short of the line. The ever present Young was on hold to receive the pass and cross to claim a richly deserved victory.
Cumnock 2 East Kilbride 5
Cumnock started well against a much larger East Kilbride team with Austin McBirnie using his pace well to score in the corner after a looping run.
East Kilbride answered with score of their own before Owen Young finished off his prolific day with his eighth try.
However their busy day suddenly caught up with the primary 3 & 4s and East Kilbride were able to use their size advantage to run in four more tries without answer.
Overall this was a very positive day for the p3 & 4s with several outstanding individual performances. However, it is the team that counts and this is a side that is starting to gel and work together which bodes well for their two remaining tournaments.
Primary 5s
The team played 5 hard games of rugby during a long day at Uddingston tournament.
Cumnock 8 Uddingston 8
The team got off to a poor start against the hosts and were trailing 5-2 at half time, but the team put in a great performance in the second half and ended up with a draw.
Cumnock 2 East Kilbride 7
This was a hard game against the eventual winners of the tournament. The end result not really reflecting the passage of play. Missed tackles and poor support play losing the team this game.
Cumnock 7 Helensburgh 8
Another smashing performance from the team in this game. Helensburgh running in 2 late tries to deny Cumnock a victory.
Cumnock 6 Waysiders 2
A well deserved victory in this game with another thrilling performance from the team. Putting up a strong defence and running in some well worked tries.
Cumnock 5 Strathaven 5
The last game of the day was a real spectacle with both teams giving their all to provide a thriller for the spectators.
The Cumnock team today were Calum Bell, John Watt, Jack McSeveney, Sean Houston, Tyler Wallace and Lucy Watt. Tries coming from Calum, Sean, Jack and John
Primary 5 chatboard topic
Report for P7 Team
Strathaven 3 Cumnock 0
Cumnock opened well, pressing their opponents from the start. Only poor ball retention at the breakdown and a few missed tackles allowed Strathaven in to score. This was a much better performance by Cumnock and the scoreline flattered their opponents.
East Kilbride 4 Cumnock 2
Cumnock started lively enough with a fine team effort allowing Connor McSevenney in at the orner. However the powerfull running and supprt play from their bigger opponents soon started to tell and East Kilbride replied with two fine tries. Cumnock took the play to their opponents in the second half but it was always a chasing game and the outcome wasn't in doubt despite a try from Zack North.
Uddingston 3 Cumnock 2
This was the best game of the day and again Cumnock started well with an early try from Aiden Kerr. Both teams passed and tackled well and the crowd were treated to a fine dsplay of rugby. Cumnock's other try came from Cameron McGuire but injuries started to take their toll and in the end Uddingston managed to sneak a win.
Cumnock 5 Waysiders 4
Cumnock were playing for pride in this game and played to their strengths. At last the backs moved the ball wide and utilised their pace in the wide open spaces. In fact the Cumnock score should have been higher but poor retention of the ball in the tackle and poor decision making by the ball carrier , often cutting back inside and ignoring the over-laps outside him kept the game tight until the final whistle. Scores came from A Davidson, A Harkiss, E Hendry, A Kerr and J Reilly.
Over all the performance was good from the Cumnock players, in particular the forwards gelled well and provided a good platform for the backs. The Players Player of the Day was Rachel Shankland who had some great runs with the ball and tackled fiercely on the wing.
The other players on the day were C McKenzie, S Faulds, G Aitken, T Dowds and R McLaren
Primary 7 chatboard topic
Friday, 1 May 2009
Social events in Cumnock Rugby Club in April and May
The following are the social events being run in the club for the month of April/May (more details will follow).
under 17s vs 1st Cumnock team, Awards Day 24th May
Come along and support them.
under 17s vs 1st Cumnock team, Awards Day 24th May
Come along and support them.
Sunday, 26 April 2009
Mini festival inlcuding reports
Picture of winning Primary 5 Cumnock team
P7 Coaches - Jim Faulds, Kevan Aitken, Danny McLaren
Winning Cumnock P7 teamThis was a festival that was scheduled for last October but was cancelled due to inclement weather. However this did not diminish the quality of the rugby on show and produced two age group winners for Cumnock.
Over 160 primary school players from P3 to P7 competed against teams from Ardrossan, Dumfries and Kilmarnock in the quest for silverware.
The format used for these young players has been pioneered by Cumnock Rugby Club to promotes the use of the players skills as the mechanism to win the tournament and rather than the team who scores the most. “We tried to focus on encouraging the core skills that players of these age groups should be displaying” said Harry Reilly, one of the Festival Organisers. “Too many times we see teams at these age groups focussing on winning a tournament/festival rather than focusing on the basic skills that produce high quality players for the future”. These coaching principles are certainly showing results as Cumnock had four players selected for U16 Glasgow Warriors Squad which won the Inter District Championship today.
Primary 7 reports for Cumnock Mini Festival
Cumnock 8 Ardrossan 3
Cumnock were fired up for this game, closing down Ardrossan right from the start. Once Gregor Aitken got the first score after some great team interplay the result was never in any doubt. The midweek training session paid off with the forwards using their new move to pentetrate the Ardrossan defence again and again and by the interval Cumnock were 5-0 ahead. Some slackplay and poor defending let Ardrossan in for three scores, but Cumnock replied with three fine tries of their own. Man of the match for Cumnock was selected by the Ardrossan coach and was Andrew Harkiss who had put in a powerful performance in the centre of the pack. Cumnock scores came from Gregor Aitken (2), Jack Reilly (3), Taylor Howie and Aiden Kerr (2).
Cumnock 5 Kilmarnock 4
This was a terrific game played with great determination by both teams. The skill levels demonstrated by both teams were of an extremley high level and the crowd was treated to a wonderful game of rugby. Kilmarnock opened the scoring but Cumnock dug deep and responded quickly with a great move leading to a try for Jack Reilly. Both teams traded scores until Cumnock opened up a two point lead. After that the result wasn't in doubt and Cumnock held out for a fantastic win over their old rivals. Scores came from Jack Reilly, Taylor Howie, Andrew Harkiss, Zack North and Connor McSevenney. Special mention must be made of Man of the Match, Scott Faulds, who works away in the game, winning and securing ball for his team.
The P7 team were overall winners of the Festival and the coaching team of Kevan Aitken, Euan Kerr, Harry Reilly and Danny McLaren won the P7 coaches award for the way that they coached their players on the day, assisted by Jim Faulds. The Players Player of the day was Andrew Harkiss.
Cumnock P5 Match Reports
The Cumnock P5 team put in a great performance on Sunday at the clubs annual mini festival. The club were hosting teams from Ardrossan, Dumfries and Kilmarnock . The day produced 3 thrilling games of rugby at P5 level with the Cumnock team stepping up to the mark and securing victory in all of their games. Man of the match awards going to Sean Houston, Jack McSeveney and John Watt. The team also went on to win the overall award for their age group. This was a real recognition of the team's performance as this award is based on the team's execution of the core skills (running, tackling and support play) and not on game results. The P5 team which put in such a great performance were Calum Bell, Kory Galloway, Lucy Watt, Sean Houson, Tyler Wallace, John Watt, Calum Hendrie, Jack McSeveney and Rory Nimmo. Congratulations P5, you all put in a superb performance today.
Cumnock P3/4 Match Reports
Cumnock 11 – 12 Ardrossan
Cumnock kicked off their tournament against a dangerous Ardrossan team.
Unfortunately it took the side a few minutes to realise this and they quickly found themselves three scores down. After this slow start however Cumnock fought back with two quick-fire tries from Owen Young and from then on both sides scored freely with some tremendous attacking and support play from both sides.
Cumnock’s much improved support play was the most impressive aspect of this performance with breaks made by Alex Houston and Adam Watt ably followed up by Rob Drummond and Ross Watson Indeed it was noticeable that Cumnock’s overall team play was much better than that of Ardrossan whose man of the match scored ten of his sides tries in an impressive individual display.
Cumnock’s man of the match as selected by the Ardrossan coach was Austin McBirnie who put in probably his best performance of the season so far and had a hand in every move of the match, despite somehow not managing to score himself!
The rest of the scores came from Owen Young (7), Alex Houston (2) and Craig Sloan (2) and despite the result Cumnock could take a lot from this game as their attacking play was much better than in recent weeks.
Cumnock 4 – 10 Kilmarnock
This local derby was the sides other game of the day and they were confident of another competitive display following their impressive form in the opening game.
However the traditional Cumnock slow start was in action once more and the powerful runners of the Kilmarnock side took advantage of this score five tries before half time. Only one long range try from broken play by Adam Watt came in Cumnock’s favour.
The side rallied after a reminder at half time about the importance of tackling the opposition and they came flying out of the blocks for the second half with some excellent tackling by Ross Watson and Rob Drummond. This seemed to rattle Kilmarnock and it allowed Cumnock to run in tries from Owen Young, Alex Houston and another from Adam Watt.
Unfortunately this fight back was short lived as Kilmarnock ran in another five tries without reply as Cumnock’s defence seemed to go to sleep. The man of the match for this game was Adam Watt for his two tries and a tenacious defensive effort that many of his team mates could learn a lot from.
Ultimately this was mixed weekend for the P3/4s though several positive aspects such as an impressive attacking performance with some spectacular individual moments from several players means that this team can be very positive about its future.
Link to chatboard
Credit to Fiona and Harry for the reports and pics.
Harry (and the rest of us) wishes to thank everybody who helped out Sunday.
Glasgow U16 vrs Borders
Link to Scottish Rugby Website
Glasgow U16’s play their last match of the programme on Sunday 26th April, against the Borders at Dunbar RFC at 3pm. The Glasgow squad has produced some fine rugby this year with some dazzling tries, but is yet to have performed for the full match. The squad is hoping to finally produce a complete performance in what will be the closing match on the IDC programme.
Name School - Club
1 Joe McQuade St. Aloysius College – Hamilton RFC
2 Jack Rountree Kyle Academy – Ayr RFC
3 Jonathan Agnew Boclair Academy - Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
4 Kris Hughes Calderglen High School - Cambuslang RFC
5 Adam Barnett Mearns Castle High School - GHA RFC
6 Michael Vernell St. Aloysius College – Allan Glens RFC
7 Chris Mulligan Biggar High School - Biggar RFC
8 Callum TempletonDumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
9 Scott Steele Dumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
10 David Scott Wallace High School - GHA RFC
11 Gordon Ferguson Jordanhill School– Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
12 Mark Bennett (c)St. Joseph’s Academy - Cumnock RFC
13 Murray Beckwith Marr College
14 James Stirling Kyle Academy – Ayr RFC
15 Robbie Ferguson Wellington School – Ayr RFC
16 Ryan Barr Stewarton Academy- Kilmarnock RFC
17 Aidan MacMillan St. Aloysius College – Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
18 Murray Cubie High School of Glasgow
19 Burns Singh Wellington School – Ayr RFC
20 Scott Houston Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
21 Alan Haynes Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
22 Sam Goodrich River of Life School - Dumfries RFC
Water Carriers School - Club
Ross Campbell Irvine Royal Academy – Marress RFC
Jamie Graham Dumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
Rory Hughes Kingspark Secondary - GHA RFC
Gavin Kerr Ayr Academy - Cumnock RFC
Glasgow U16 Match Report
Monday, 27 April 2009
FINAL PERFORMANCE TO REMEMBER FOR GLASGOW U16’s The final match of the U16 IDC Program took place at Dunbar RFC on Sunday 26th April between Glasgow and the Borders. Glasgow dominated the match running in twelve tries to the Borders two. Glasgow disappointed, from two narrow loses to Yorkshire and Lancashire the weekend before, were determined to perform for a full match and finally performed to their potential. From start to finish it was an impressive performance from the young players to finish their U16 Program and their season. Congratulations to them on a long and hard season. Time Try Alert Score
3min Good possession and breakdown work from the Glasgow pack allow Murray Beckwith to outpace the defence and score from halfway. Scott converts 7-0
5min An intelligent Scott chip kick down the right puts Bennett clear to score under the posts. Scott converts 14-0
12min A strong attacking scrum sees the Borders fumble on their line – Michael Vernell picks up and dives over from close range. Scott converts 21-0
14min Bennett breaks on halfway and feeds supporting Robbie Ferguson inside to score under posts. Scott converts 28-0
21min Steele breaks from attacking lineout and offloads to Kris Hughes who powers over from the 22. 33-0
35min A turn over from the lineout and good offloading work from Mulligan, McQuade, McMillan and K. Hughes give space to Bennett who breaks the defensive line and feeds Stirling to cross out wide. 38-0
H/T 38-0
4min Bennett breaks through midfield and steps full back to score under posts. R. Ferguson converts 45-0
6min Ferguson puts through Bennett then supports to get ball back and offload to supporting Haynes to keep momentum up. R. Ferguson converts 52-0
10min Impressive Ferguson breaks and feeds Haynes. Cover defence comes across and Bennett receives scoring pass. R. Ferguson converts 59 - 0
14min Borders keep it tight and Sudlow drives over from close range. MacLennan converts 59-7
18min Houston runs penalty from 5 mtres and feeds Bennett for his hat-trick. 64-7
26min Houston wins a 5 metre scrum. Murray Cubie picks from 8 and feeds Houston inside to dive over. 69-7
30min Mulligan drives through the Borders pack – quick ball lets Beckwith stretch his legs and offload to Stirling to score out wide 74 - 7
35min Borders fight to the end and score through Binnie for consolation try. 74-12
F/T 74-12
Glasgow Team: R. Ferguson, Goodrich (G. Ferguson), Beckwith, Bennett, Stirling, Scott (Haynes), Steele (Houston), McQuade, Rountree (McMillan), Agnew (Barr), K. Hughes (Cubie), Barnett, Vernell (Singh), Mulligan, Templeton
Glasgow U16’s play their last match of the programme on Sunday 26th April, against the Borders at Dunbar RFC at 3pm. The Glasgow squad has produced some fine rugby this year with some dazzling tries, but is yet to have performed for the full match. The squad is hoping to finally produce a complete performance in what will be the closing match on the IDC programme.
Name School - Club
1 Joe McQuade St. Aloysius College – Hamilton RFC
2 Jack Rountree Kyle Academy – Ayr RFC
3 Jonathan Agnew Boclair Academy - Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
4 Kris Hughes Calderglen High School - Cambuslang RFC
5 Adam Barnett Mearns Castle High School - GHA RFC
6 Michael Vernell St. Aloysius College – Allan Glens RFC
7 Chris Mulligan Biggar High School - Biggar RFC
8 Callum TempletonDumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
9 Scott Steele Dumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
10 David Scott Wallace High School - GHA RFC
11 Gordon Ferguson Jordanhill School– Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
12 Mark Bennett (c)St. Joseph’s Academy - Cumnock RFC
13 Murray Beckwith Marr College
14 James Stirling Kyle Academy – Ayr RFC
15 Robbie Ferguson Wellington School – Ayr RFC
16 Ryan Barr Stewarton Academy- Kilmarnock RFC
17 Aidan MacMillan St. Aloysius College – Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
18 Murray Cubie High School of Glasgow
19 Burns Singh Wellington School – Ayr RFC
20 Scott Houston Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
21 Alan Haynes Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
22 Sam Goodrich River of Life School - Dumfries RFC
Water Carriers School - Club
Ross Campbell Irvine Royal Academy – Marress RFC
Jamie Graham Dumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
Rory Hughes Kingspark Secondary - GHA RFC
Gavin Kerr Ayr Academy - Cumnock RFC
Glasgow U16 Match Report
Monday, 27 April 2009
FINAL PERFORMANCE TO REMEMBER FOR GLASGOW U16’s The final match of the U16 IDC Program took place at Dunbar RFC on Sunday 26th April between Glasgow and the Borders. Glasgow dominated the match running in twelve tries to the Borders two. Glasgow disappointed, from two narrow loses to Yorkshire and Lancashire the weekend before, were determined to perform for a full match and finally performed to their potential. From start to finish it was an impressive performance from the young players to finish their U16 Program and their season. Congratulations to them on a long and hard season. Time Try Alert Score
3min Good possession and breakdown work from the Glasgow pack allow Murray Beckwith to outpace the defence and score from halfway. Scott converts 7-0
5min An intelligent Scott chip kick down the right puts Bennett clear to score under the posts. Scott converts 14-0
12min A strong attacking scrum sees the Borders fumble on their line – Michael Vernell picks up and dives over from close range. Scott converts 21-0
14min Bennett breaks on halfway and feeds supporting Robbie Ferguson inside to score under posts. Scott converts 28-0
21min Steele breaks from attacking lineout and offloads to Kris Hughes who powers over from the 22. 33-0
35min A turn over from the lineout and good offloading work from Mulligan, McQuade, McMillan and K. Hughes give space to Bennett who breaks the defensive line and feeds Stirling to cross out wide. 38-0
H/T 38-0
4min Bennett breaks through midfield and steps full back to score under posts. R. Ferguson converts 45-0
6min Ferguson puts through Bennett then supports to get ball back and offload to supporting Haynes to keep momentum up. R. Ferguson converts 52-0
10min Impressive Ferguson breaks and feeds Haynes. Cover defence comes across and Bennett receives scoring pass. R. Ferguson converts 59 - 0
14min Borders keep it tight and Sudlow drives over from close range. MacLennan converts 59-7
18min Houston runs penalty from 5 mtres and feeds Bennett for his hat-trick. 64-7
26min Houston wins a 5 metre scrum. Murray Cubie picks from 8 and feeds Houston inside to dive over. 69-7
30min Mulligan drives through the Borders pack – quick ball lets Beckwith stretch his legs and offload to Stirling to score out wide 74 - 7
35min Borders fight to the end and score through Binnie for consolation try. 74-12
F/T 74-12
Glasgow Team: R. Ferguson, Goodrich (G. Ferguson), Beckwith, Bennett, Stirling, Scott (Haynes), Steele (Houston), McQuade, Rountree (McMillan), Agnew (Barr), K. Hughes (Cubie), Barnett, Vernell (Singh), Mulligan, Templeton
Thursday, 23 April 2009
2nds v Allan Glens Sat 25th April
Please note that the kick off has been moved to 2.30pm. Come down and watch the last game of the season and have a few beers afterwards.
Allan Glens won 36-5 and by the noise I heard when I phoned the rugby club, some of them had stayed.
Allan Glens won 36-5 and by the noise I heard when I phoned the rugby club, some of them had stayed.
Sunday, 19 April 2009
Glasgow U16 X Border Reports
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YOUNG WARRIORS HARDENED AFTER CROSS BORDER FORAY
Glasgow U16’s travelled down to Yorkshire and Lancashire on the 17th April to play a two match mini tour against both Counties. The squad, buoyed by the return from injury of Ayr duo Jack Rountree and James Stirling, arrived and trained at Woodhouse Grove School (Bradford) on Friday evening before an early night. A glorious sunny day greeted us on our rise on Saturday morning and the build up to the match v Yorkshire began.
Yorkshire Match: 11.30am arrived and Yorkshire kicked off - Glasgow fumbled and Yorkshire applied pressure with good continuity in Glasgow’s 22. Typical spirited defence kept the home team from crossing the try line and eventually David Scott cleared out the half. It was Glasgow’s turn to attack and typical strong runs from Alan Haynes and Mark Bennett threatened to break through Yorkshire’s organised defence. From a scrum in their half Yorkshire broke out wide and went the length of the pitch, even an excellent tackle from Robbie Ferguson failed to stop the offload and Yorkshire scored under the posts. The half continued in the same vein – Glasgow threatening at times, but Yorkshire dominating play (especially the breakdown). Glasgow defended well, with Michael Vernell outstanding throughout, but Yorkshire’s sheer pressure and accurate finishing meant another three tries were scored before halftime with Mark Bennett scoring a solitary penalty for Glasgow. Half time: Glasgow 3 – 31 Yorkshire
Determined to not let Yorkshire pull further ahead Glasgow’s pack started to win solid set pieces, but still the breakdown was troublesome against a larger Yorkshire team. Glasgow camped in the Yorkshire 22 for the first 10 minutes of the second half and through a bit of luck scored their first try – passing down the back line Yorkshire pushed up and forced an error, from the error Mark Bennett scooped the ball up and dashed under the posts as Yorkshire stood by (Scott converted).
Glasgow lifted from the score pressed again and deep from their half Bennett and Beckwith broke and linked to run clear and score try number two (Scott conversion). Yorkshire tired under the sun and Glasgow pressed again and again as they scented a way back into the game. With 8 minutes to go again Glasgow’s backs from deep within their half broke and Beckwith out ran the cover defence to score (Scott conversion). The last 5 minutes were desperate as Glasgow went for the draw, but time ran out as they were on the Yorkshire line.
Full time: Glasgow 24 – 31 Yorkshire
The Saturday evening was taken up with a trip to Huddersfield to watch the Super League match of Huddersfield Giants v Leeds Rhinos. Again there was an early night for the boys after a quick ‘bushtucker’ trial. The players were in the pool at 7.30am before they set off for the match v Lancashire at Preston Grass Hoppers (KO 1pm).
Lancashire Match: Lancashire kicked off and another kick off fumble let the home side attack from the start. Immense pressure came on from Lancashire and only determined defence and some sloppy passing kept the score to a single penalty. Finally Glasgow came to life and a break from Bennett let Gordon Ferguson break, a fantastic offload inside to David Scott from Ferguson gave Glasgow the lead (Scott conversion). Lancashire came back from the kick off, but with a 4 player overlap at their mercy Beckwith intercepted and raced the full length of the pitch (Scott converted). From a rare piece of phase play Bennett broke free and stepped the full back to score Glasgow’s third try. Glasgow were playing with confidence and soon after the backs were through the defence and Bennett put Beckwith clear (Scott converted). At 26 – 3 Glasgow were well in charge and threatening to pull away, but Lancashire came straight back and in the last 5 minutes of the 1st half scored two tries as they stretched the defence and Glasgow tiring wilted in the heat.
Half time: Glasgow 26 – 15 Lancashire
At the start of the second half Lancashire started where they left off and scored through a driving maul to put them in touch with Glasgow. Glasgow rallied and from a scrum Scott Steele broke and fed Sam Goodrich – Goodrich stepped inside 2 defenders and broke through a further two tackles to extend the gap back to 11 points. Lancashire feeling their opponents tiring kept the ball in their forwards and drove narrow through the defence to score two tries to take a 1 point lead. Glasgow using the last of the energy surged up the pitch through their excellent backs before a cynical penalty was conceded in front of the Lancashire posts. A quick decision to run was made and a loose pass was knocked on with the try line at their mercy. Glasgow never recovered from his exertion and Lancashire driving narrow around the breakdown scored three late tries against a weary Glasgow defence. This was a harsh way to finish the weekend; after all the great effort and rugby that the Glasgow players had shown.
Full time: Glasgow 33 – 48 Lancashire
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YOUNG WARRIORS HARDENED AFTER CROSS BORDER FORAY
Glasgow U16’s travelled down to Yorkshire and Lancashire on the 17th April to play a two match mini tour against both Counties. The squad, buoyed by the return from injury of Ayr duo Jack Rountree and James Stirling, arrived and trained at Woodhouse Grove School (Bradford) on Friday evening before an early night. A glorious sunny day greeted us on our rise on Saturday morning and the build up to the match v Yorkshire began.
Yorkshire Match: 11.30am arrived and Yorkshire kicked off - Glasgow fumbled and Yorkshire applied pressure with good continuity in Glasgow’s 22. Typical spirited defence kept the home team from crossing the try line and eventually David Scott cleared out the half. It was Glasgow’s turn to attack and typical strong runs from Alan Haynes and Mark Bennett threatened to break through Yorkshire’s organised defence. From a scrum in their half Yorkshire broke out wide and went the length of the pitch, even an excellent tackle from Robbie Ferguson failed to stop the offload and Yorkshire scored under the posts. The half continued in the same vein – Glasgow threatening at times, but Yorkshire dominating play (especially the breakdown). Glasgow defended well, with Michael Vernell outstanding throughout, but Yorkshire’s sheer pressure and accurate finishing meant another three tries were scored before halftime with Mark Bennett scoring a solitary penalty for Glasgow. Half time: Glasgow 3 – 31 Yorkshire
Determined to not let Yorkshire pull further ahead Glasgow’s pack started to win solid set pieces, but still the breakdown was troublesome against a larger Yorkshire team. Glasgow camped in the Yorkshire 22 for the first 10 minutes of the second half and through a bit of luck scored their first try – passing down the back line Yorkshire pushed up and forced an error, from the error Mark Bennett scooped the ball up and dashed under the posts as Yorkshire stood by (Scott converted).
Glasgow lifted from the score pressed again and deep from their half Bennett and Beckwith broke and linked to run clear and score try number two (Scott conversion). Yorkshire tired under the sun and Glasgow pressed again and again as they scented a way back into the game. With 8 minutes to go again Glasgow’s backs from deep within their half broke and Beckwith out ran the cover defence to score (Scott conversion). The last 5 minutes were desperate as Glasgow went for the draw, but time ran out as they were on the Yorkshire line.
Full time: Glasgow 24 – 31 Yorkshire
The Saturday evening was taken up with a trip to Huddersfield to watch the Super League match of Huddersfield Giants v Leeds Rhinos. Again there was an early night for the boys after a quick ‘bushtucker’ trial. The players were in the pool at 7.30am before they set off for the match v Lancashire at Preston Grass Hoppers (KO 1pm).
Lancashire Match: Lancashire kicked off and another kick off fumble let the home side attack from the start. Immense pressure came on from Lancashire and only determined defence and some sloppy passing kept the score to a single penalty. Finally Glasgow came to life and a break from Bennett let Gordon Ferguson break, a fantastic offload inside to David Scott from Ferguson gave Glasgow the lead (Scott conversion). Lancashire came back from the kick off, but with a 4 player overlap at their mercy Beckwith intercepted and raced the full length of the pitch (Scott converted). From a rare piece of phase play Bennett broke free and stepped the full back to score Glasgow’s third try. Glasgow were playing with confidence and soon after the backs were through the defence and Bennett put Beckwith clear (Scott converted). At 26 – 3 Glasgow were well in charge and threatening to pull away, but Lancashire came straight back and in the last 5 minutes of the 1st half scored two tries as they stretched the defence and Glasgow tiring wilted in the heat.
Half time: Glasgow 26 – 15 Lancashire
At the start of the second half Lancashire started where they left off and scored through a driving maul to put them in touch with Glasgow. Glasgow rallied and from a scrum Scott Steele broke and fed Sam Goodrich – Goodrich stepped inside 2 defenders and broke through a further two tackles to extend the gap back to 11 points. Lancashire feeling their opponents tiring kept the ball in their forwards and drove narrow through the defence to score two tries to take a 1 point lead. Glasgow using the last of the energy surged up the pitch through their excellent backs before a cynical penalty was conceded in front of the Lancashire posts. A quick decision to run was made and a loose pass was knocked on with the try line at their mercy. Glasgow never recovered from his exertion and Lancashire driving narrow around the breakdown scored three late tries against a weary Glasgow defence. This was a harsh way to finish the weekend; after all the great effort and rugby that the Glasgow players had shown.
Full time: Glasgow 33 – 48 Lancashire
Cumnock Primary 7s report for 19 April
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Cumnock 2 Strathaven 7
This was a glorious day for running rugby but it was the Strathaven team, fresh from an Easter Tournament in France that took the initiative, leaving Cumnock to play catch-up. The boys looked rusty, particularly in the first half and their handling, usually their best skill, let them down. Some poor tackling and covering let Strathaven win this desicively. Overall though Cumnock didn't play badly, with improved performances from Ross Phillips and Scott Faulds leading to a try from Ross. Cumnocks first score came from the ever eager Aiden Kerr.
Cumnock 6 Uddingston 7
Cumnock played much better against a strong team that had just drawn with Strathaven. They closed down their opponents and didn't give too much space to the stronger Uddingston runners. Again, though poor tackling let them down. Some of the Cumnock tries came from well worked set-pieces and there were some good individual runs from Gregor Aitken and Robbie McLaren ending in scores for these players. The other scores came from Jack Reilly (3) and Zack North. Man of the match fro the day was awarded to Ross Phillips who put in his best performance in a Cumnock shirt.
Cumnock 2 Strathaven 7
This was a glorious day for running rugby but it was the Strathaven team, fresh from an Easter Tournament in France that took the initiative, leaving Cumnock to play catch-up. The boys looked rusty, particularly in the first half and their handling, usually their best skill, let them down. Some poor tackling and covering let Strathaven win this desicively. Overall though Cumnock didn't play badly, with improved performances from Ross Phillips and Scott Faulds leading to a try from Ross. Cumnocks first score came from the ever eager Aiden Kerr.
Cumnock 6 Uddingston 7
Cumnock played much better against a strong team that had just drawn with Strathaven. They closed down their opponents and didn't give too much space to the stronger Uddingston runners. Again, though poor tackling let them down. Some of the Cumnock tries came from well worked set-pieces and there were some good individual runs from Gregor Aitken and Robbie McLaren ending in scores for these players. The other scores came from Jack Reilly (3) and Zack North. Man of the match fro the day was awarded to Ross Phillips who put in his best performance in a Cumnock shirt.
Saturday, 18 April 2009
2nds lose at West
The 2nds travelled to Burnbrae to take on the best team in the league on a beautiful spring day. The 18 man squad contained no fewer than 10 teenagers.The game was played in a hard but fair manner from beginning to end, and was well refereed. Cumnock started well and some big tackles were put in, which forced errors from the hosts. The visitors also drove the hosts back at mauls and rucks. However, the toll of those early hits started to tell. The home team threw the ball wide at every opportunity, and they began to find holes in the defence. Half time came with the hosts leading 40-0.Cumnock rallied in the second half and started to take the game to the hosts. There was some excellent driving play, but the home defence held firm. They counter attacked again and again, and scored 4 more tries. Cumnock had the last say in the match when from a penalty 5 metres out, Craig McWhirter was driven over for his first try for the seniors. The West supporters applauded a well deserved try. The final score was 66-5.The WOS website reported : However, this was a predominately young Cumnock side that showed much promise for the future of their club.Well done to all players who never gave up and were rewarded by that try.
Man of the match (as selected by the referee) Graham Hunter.
DOD: ( for missing tackles) Steven Taylor.
Next week sees the final match of the season as Allan Glens visit Broomfield. Kick off is at 3pm, and all spectators are welcome.
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Man of the match (as selected by the referee) Graham Hunter.
DOD: ( for missing tackles) Steven Taylor.
Next week sees the final match of the season as Allan Glens visit Broomfield. Kick off is at 3pm, and all spectators are welcome.
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Tuesday, 14 April 2009
Glasgow Under 16s vs Edinburgh Under 16s
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GLASGOW SCRAMBLE TO LATE VICTORY OVER EDINBURGH
Glasgow U16’s played Edinburgh U16’s on Easter Sunday at Stirling County Rugby Club on a sunny Easter Sunday. Both sides showed good intent to move the ball around in the early stages with Glasgow having the brighter start with a close chance when Bennett broke through the midfield, an excellent cover tackle form the Edinburgh full back stopped the attack on the try line. Glasgow’s pressure was rewarded as Bennett slotted over two penalties to make it 6-0. Edinburgh fought their way back into the match, playing with great width – Glasgow’s defence was stretched out wide and Ryan Gray crashed over for Edinburgh’s first try. Half time: Glasgow 6 – 5 Edinburgh Edinburgh continued setting the pace straight from the restart stretching Glasgow’s defence from touchline to touchline. Only terrific scramble defence and errors from Edinburgh kept the score the same. Glasgow rarely escaped from their half, but on both occasions that they did Bennett converted two penalties. Again Edinburgh exerted terrific pressure and great work from Templeton, Beckwith and Goodrich held the attack inches from the line. Eventually Edinburgh forced a try through Glasgow’s drift defence - Jamie Farndale crossing over (Sam Hidalgo-Clyne converting) to level the scores 12 all. Edinburgh were straight on the attack from the restart and looked to be closing out the match when Glasgow broke out their half. From a penalty, Bennett broke through the midfield and out ran the cover defence to score under the posts (Bennett converting) with 5 minutes left. With minutes to go Edinburgh stretched Glasgow’s defence, but a loose pass was snatched by Beckwith and some fantastic offloading to Robbie Ferguson and David Scott let the substitute stand off score under the posts (Scott converting his try) in the final minute. Some great defensive effort and clinical finishing made the final score: Glasgow 26 – 12 Edinburgh. Glasgow U16 Team:R. Hughes, Goodrich, Beckwith, Bennett, G. Ferguson, R. Ferguson, Houston, McQuade, McMillan, Barr, K. Hughes, Templeton, Graham, Singh, Vernell. Subs: Agnew (for Barr), Campbell (for McMillan), Mulligan (for Graham), Cubie (for Singh), Barnett (for Vernell), Scott (for R. Ferguson), Haynes (for G. Ferguson).
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GLASGOW SCRAMBLE TO LATE VICTORY OVER EDINBURGH
Glasgow U16’s played Edinburgh U16’s on Easter Sunday at Stirling County Rugby Club on a sunny Easter Sunday. Both sides showed good intent to move the ball around in the early stages with Glasgow having the brighter start with a close chance when Bennett broke through the midfield, an excellent cover tackle form the Edinburgh full back stopped the attack on the try line. Glasgow’s pressure was rewarded as Bennett slotted over two penalties to make it 6-0. Edinburgh fought their way back into the match, playing with great width – Glasgow’s defence was stretched out wide and Ryan Gray crashed over for Edinburgh’s first try. Half time: Glasgow 6 – 5 Edinburgh Edinburgh continued setting the pace straight from the restart stretching Glasgow’s defence from touchline to touchline. Only terrific scramble defence and errors from Edinburgh kept the score the same. Glasgow rarely escaped from their half, but on both occasions that they did Bennett converted two penalties. Again Edinburgh exerted terrific pressure and great work from Templeton, Beckwith and Goodrich held the attack inches from the line. Eventually Edinburgh forced a try through Glasgow’s drift defence - Jamie Farndale crossing over (Sam Hidalgo-Clyne converting) to level the scores 12 all. Edinburgh were straight on the attack from the restart and looked to be closing out the match when Glasgow broke out their half. From a penalty, Bennett broke through the midfield and out ran the cover defence to score under the posts (Bennett converting) with 5 minutes left. With minutes to go Edinburgh stretched Glasgow’s defence, but a loose pass was snatched by Beckwith and some fantastic offloading to Robbie Ferguson and David Scott let the substitute stand off score under the posts (Scott converting his try) in the final minute. Some great defensive effort and clinical finishing made the final score: Glasgow 26 – 12 Edinburgh. Glasgow U16 Team:R. Hughes, Goodrich, Beckwith, Bennett, G. Ferguson, R. Ferguson, Houston, McQuade, McMillan, Barr, K. Hughes, Templeton, Graham, Singh, Vernell. Subs: Agnew (for Barr), Campbell (for McMillan), Mulligan (for Graham), Cubie (for Singh), Barnett (for Vernell), Scott (for R. Ferguson), Haynes (for G. Ferguson).
Sunday, 12 April 2009
Cumnock Girls Team
Congratulations to the girls team who have made it through to the semi-final of the U18 cup after a hard fought victory over Ayr. They now travel to Aberdeenshire to meet Aboyne. According to coach Mark Linden, it was an excellent game of rugby and the Cumnock team were worthy winners. The final score was 10-29 in favour of the girls in Red and Black.
In the semi final the Cumnock Rugby Club Girls Under 18s team play Aboyne/Banchory Academy in Aberdeenshire on Sunday 12 April.
Anyone wanting to come along and add their support are more than welcome.
We have arranged a coach and for a small fee will be charged.
All welcome. For details contact Mark Linden.
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Unfortunately the Girls lost 34-19. The aboyne team had a couple of quick players. The Girls played really well. Thanks to Una for the update.
In the semi final the Cumnock Rugby Club Girls Under 18s team play Aboyne/Banchory Academy in Aberdeenshire on Sunday 12 April.
Anyone wanting to come along and add their support are more than welcome.
We have arranged a coach and for a small fee will be charged.
All welcome. For details contact Mark Linden.
Chatboard link, comments please
Unfortunately the Girls lost 34-19. The aboyne team had a couple of quick players. The Girls played really well. Thanks to Una for the update.
Saturday, 11 April 2009
Cumnock 1st XV vs Strathclyde Police rearranged fixture
cumnock is playing Strathclyde Police on this Saturday 11 April 2009, by mutual consent. It was scheduled for 25th April. Please come along and support. Kick off 3pm
UPDATE: the score was Cumnock 10 Strathclyde Police 28 Kevin Brady and Alan (alcho) Smith scored our tries. The police scored 4 converted tries.
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Wednesday, 8 April 2009
Perpignan Fundraising Ceilidh
Cumnock RFC Mini/Midi Section:-
Perpignan Fundraising
Ceilidh
Venue:- Cumnock Town Hall
Saturday 2nd May 2009
To raise funds to send CRFC Junior players to the Glasgow Thistles Training Camp at Perpignan, France.
Tickets priced at £12.00 and are available from Morton Houston (552987) or Stewart Bennett (426327), Harry, Gordon amongst others. They are already selling quickly following last years fantastic night.
Perpignan Fundraising
Ceilidh
Venue:- Cumnock Town Hall
Saturday 2nd May 2009
To raise funds to send CRFC Junior players to the Glasgow Thistles Training Camp at Perpignan, France.
Tickets priced at £12.00 and are available from Morton Houston (552987) or Stewart Bennett (426327), Harry, Gordon amongst others. They are already selling quickly following last years fantastic night.
Sunday, 29 March 2009
Under 17 tour
The under 17s have just returned from a fantastic trip to Belfast. They played 2 games defeating Ards 40-28 and Malone 31-12.
Both these teams are in the premier league in Northern Ireland. Malone are undefeated at the top of the league.
The players played out of their skins against Malone after a slow start to the tour against Ards.
The 20 our so parents and coaches who attended also had a great time.
They play what could be one of their last games together against Dumfries at home this SUNDAY at 2pm and it would be good to get a great crowd along to see the players who will be figuring in the firsts and seconds next year.
The Irish teams could not have been more accommodating or friendly to us during the trip
Credit to Houstie from chatboard for report.
Both these teams are in the premier league in Northern Ireland. Malone are undefeated at the top of the league.
The players played out of their skins against Malone after a slow start to the tour against Ards.
The 20 our so parents and coaches who attended also had a great time.
They play what could be one of their last games together against Dumfries at home this SUNDAY at 2pm and it would be good to get a great crowd along to see the players who will be figuring in the firsts and seconds next year.
The Irish teams could not have been more accommodating or friendly to us during the trip
Credit to Houstie from chatboard for report.
Tuesday, 24 March 2009
Glasgow Under 16s - 22 Caledonia Under 16s - 16
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Match report Glasgow U16 v Caledonia U16
Monday, 23 March 2009
Glasgow U16’s pull together to play sumptuous final 30
Glasgow U16’s pulled together to perform an excellent spell of rugby in the final 30 minutes of their match versus Caledonia U16’s at Selkirk RFC on Sunday 22nd March. Things did not look good as Glasgow played into a strong wind and were pinned well inside their half by Caledonia’s kicking strategy and dominant pack through the first half. Penalties by Caledonia’s kicker made the score 6-0 (12 & 22 minutes) and only breaks by Beckwith, Ferguson and Bennett relieved the pressure from Glasgow’s 22. The wind hindered Glasgow’s attempt to escape their own half and only their strong defence around the breakdown kept Caledonia from scoring a try. Glasgow’s excellent defensive effort looked like talking them into half time without conceding a try but with the last play Caledonia crossed the white line. Caledonia again gained excellent field position and from a catch and drive from the lineout drove in towards the posts. Clean ball allowed them to attack the blindside and passed to their winger who easily outflanked the cover defence to run in from 20 metres.
Half time – Glasgow 0 – Caledonia 11
Caledonia came out strongly and from a lineout on Glasgow’s 22 they drove twice into the midfield before easily passing the ball through the hands and scoring in the corner after only 4 minutes. A 16-0 lead however did not look to daunting as the strong wind continued to drive down the length of the pitch. The try spurned the Glasgow forward pack on and suddenly they dominated the scrum, lineout and breakdown, finally releasing the backs with go forward ball. Caledonia made a mistake behind their scrum just inside their half and from the turnover Glasgow spread the ball wide to Beckwith who sprinted past 3 defenders to score in the corner (8 minutes). Soon after the restart Caledonia were awarded a scrum – again Glasgow pressure resulted in a ball against the head. A good pick up and drive from replacement No. 8, Templeton, and quick ruck ball released Bennett through the center of midfield and he easily stepped the full back and scored under the posts (13minutes). Scott converted to make it Glasgow 12 – Caledonia 16.
As the match entered the last 20 minutes Glasgow exerted pressure through intelligent kicking from Scott and Bennett. Winning the ball, again from turn over ball strong runs from Beckwith, Hughes, Steele and the impressive Bennett left a gap around the breakdown for scrum half Steele to dive over from close range (22minutes). David Scott converted. Caledonia tried and tried to break out of their half with some good breaks and forward drives but their continuity let them down and Glasgow continually pinned their opponents back in their half. A penalty for going off their feet at the ruck meant that Scott stepped up to make the score Glasgow 22 – Caledonia 16 (30 minutes). The match finished with Caledonia battling to get out of their half against a buoyant Glasgow team.
Final score - Glasgow 22 – Caledonia 16
Team:-
Position Name School - Club
1 Joe McQuade St. Aloysius College – Hamilton RFC
2 Ross Campbell Irvine Royal Academy – Marress RFC
3 Jonathan Agnew Boclair Academy - Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
4 Kris Hughes Calderglen High School - Cambuslang RFC
5 Adam Barnett Mearns Castle High School - GHA RFC
6 Jamie Graham Dumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
7 Murray Cubie High School of Glasgow
8 Michael Vernell St. Aloysius College – Allan Glens RFC
9 Scott Houston Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
10 Robbie Ferguson Wellington School – Ayr RFC
11 Sam Goodrich River of Life School - Dumfries RFC
12 Alan Haynes Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
13 Mark Bennett (c) St. Joseph’s Academy - Cumnock RFC
14 Gavin Kerr Ayr Academy - Cumnock RFC
15 Murray Beckwith Marr College
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Match report Glasgow U16 v Caledonia U16
Monday, 23 March 2009
Glasgow U16’s pull together to play sumptuous final 30
Glasgow U16’s pulled together to perform an excellent spell of rugby in the final 30 minutes of their match versus Caledonia U16’s at Selkirk RFC on Sunday 22nd March. Things did not look good as Glasgow played into a strong wind and were pinned well inside their half by Caledonia’s kicking strategy and dominant pack through the first half. Penalties by Caledonia’s kicker made the score 6-0 (12 & 22 minutes) and only breaks by Beckwith, Ferguson and Bennett relieved the pressure from Glasgow’s 22. The wind hindered Glasgow’s attempt to escape their own half and only their strong defence around the breakdown kept Caledonia from scoring a try. Glasgow’s excellent defensive effort looked like talking them into half time without conceding a try but with the last play Caledonia crossed the white line. Caledonia again gained excellent field position and from a catch and drive from the lineout drove in towards the posts. Clean ball allowed them to attack the blindside and passed to their winger who easily outflanked the cover defence to run in from 20 metres.
Half time – Glasgow 0 – Caledonia 11
Caledonia came out strongly and from a lineout on Glasgow’s 22 they drove twice into the midfield before easily passing the ball through the hands and scoring in the corner after only 4 minutes. A 16-0 lead however did not look to daunting as the strong wind continued to drive down the length of the pitch. The try spurned the Glasgow forward pack on and suddenly they dominated the scrum, lineout and breakdown, finally releasing the backs with go forward ball. Caledonia made a mistake behind their scrum just inside their half and from the turnover Glasgow spread the ball wide to Beckwith who sprinted past 3 defenders to score in the corner (8 minutes). Soon after the restart Caledonia were awarded a scrum – again Glasgow pressure resulted in a ball against the head. A good pick up and drive from replacement No. 8, Templeton, and quick ruck ball released Bennett through the center of midfield and he easily stepped the full back and scored under the posts (13minutes). Scott converted to make it Glasgow 12 – Caledonia 16.
As the match entered the last 20 minutes Glasgow exerted pressure through intelligent kicking from Scott and Bennett. Winning the ball, again from turn over ball strong runs from Beckwith, Hughes, Steele and the impressive Bennett left a gap around the breakdown for scrum half Steele to dive over from close range (22minutes). David Scott converted. Caledonia tried and tried to break out of their half with some good breaks and forward drives but their continuity let them down and Glasgow continually pinned their opponents back in their half. A penalty for going off their feet at the ruck meant that Scott stepped up to make the score Glasgow 22 – Caledonia 16 (30 minutes). The match finished with Caledonia battling to get out of their half against a buoyant Glasgow team.
Final score - Glasgow 22 – Caledonia 16
Team:-
Position Name School - Club
1 Joe McQuade St. Aloysius College – Hamilton RFC
2 Ross Campbell Irvine Royal Academy – Marress RFC
3 Jonathan Agnew Boclair Academy - Hillhead/Jordanhill RFC
4 Kris Hughes Calderglen High School - Cambuslang RFC
5 Adam Barnett Mearns Castle High School - GHA RFC
6 Jamie Graham Dumfries Academy - Dumfries RFC
7 Murray Cubie High School of Glasgow
8 Michael Vernell St. Aloysius College – Allan Glens RFC
9 Scott Houston Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
10 Robbie Ferguson Wellington School – Ayr RFC
11 Sam Goodrich River of Life School - Dumfries RFC
12 Alan Haynes Auchinleck Academy - Cumnock RFC
13 Mark Bennett (c) St. Joseph’s Academy - Cumnock RFC
14 Gavin Kerr Ayr Academy - Cumnock RFC
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Sunday, 22 March 2009
Primary 7 reports
primary 7 reports for 22/03/09
This is one of the toughest weekends that this P7 face all season with a double header against Ayr and GHA at Millbrae . Both these teams have won a number of tournaments so far this season so the task ahead for the Cougars could not be underestimated.
Ayr 8 Cumnock 1
The Ayr team came out of the traps fast and furious with Cumnock allowing the hosts to score at will. By half time the score was sitting at 5-0 and some plain speaking from the coaches ensued. Cumnock buckled down to the task in the second half with a significant improvement producing some excellent phases of play and a resulting score by Euan Hendrie. This step up in performance disrupted the flow of the Ayr side placing pressure on them when in possession and limiting their opportunities.
GHA 9 Cumnock 1
The Cumnock side did not carry forward the improved performance from the first game and retreated into their shells again for the first half. GHA turned over Cumnock ball at will then followed by some slick handling to their wide men produced a host of scores. By the half time whistle GHA had built a commanding 5-0 lead and it was time for the coaches to “earn their corn” again. It was pointed out that time and time again a Cougars player would make good yards however seldom was there a supporting player to help him out. This would need to change in second half if any improvement was to be seen. From the restart Cumnock looked like a different team with each and every player making a contribution. Whilst GHA did touchdown another four times they had to produce their very best as Cumnock controlled significant parts of the second half. The Cumnock score was the result of a good phase of team play which drove towards the GHA line and only a series of penalty incidents delaying the seemingly inevitable score. Ultimately the referee had no choice but the award a penalty try in favour of Cumnock due to the persistent fouling by their opponents, this was truly a team score.
The stand out man of the match on the day was Jack Reilly with driving runs, crunching tackling and some excellent distribution contributing to a first class overall performance. In conclusion the coaches were disappointed that the hard work carried out on the training ground over the past few weeks had not been put into practice and if this team are to step up to the next level they must start to work together.
This is one of the toughest weekends that this P7 face all season with a double header against Ayr and GHA at Millbrae . Both these teams have won a number of tournaments so far this season so the task ahead for the Cougars could not be underestimated.
Ayr 8 Cumnock 1
The Ayr team came out of the traps fast and furious with Cumnock allowing the hosts to score at will. By half time the score was sitting at 5-0 and some plain speaking from the coaches ensued. Cumnock buckled down to the task in the second half with a significant improvement producing some excellent phases of play and a resulting score by Euan Hendrie. This step up in performance disrupted the flow of the Ayr side placing pressure on them when in possession and limiting their opportunities.
GHA 9 Cumnock 1
The Cumnock side did not carry forward the improved performance from the first game and retreated into their shells again for the first half. GHA turned over Cumnock ball at will then followed by some slick handling to their wide men produced a host of scores. By the half time whistle GHA had built a commanding 5-0 lead and it was time for the coaches to “earn their corn” again. It was pointed out that time and time again a Cougars player would make good yards however seldom was there a supporting player to help him out. This would need to change in second half if any improvement was to be seen. From the restart Cumnock looked like a different team with each and every player making a contribution. Whilst GHA did touchdown another four times they had to produce their very best as Cumnock controlled significant parts of the second half. The Cumnock score was the result of a good phase of team play which drove towards the GHA line and only a series of penalty incidents delaying the seemingly inevitable score. Ultimately the referee had no choice but the award a penalty try in favour of Cumnock due to the persistent fouling by their opponents, this was truly a team score.
The stand out man of the match on the day was Jack Reilly with driving runs, crunching tackling and some excellent distribution contributing to a first class overall performance. In conclusion the coaches were disappointed that the hard work carried out on the training ground over the past few weeks had not been put into practice and if this team are to step up to the next level they must start to work together.
Primary 6 reports for 22/03/09
Cumnock P6 at Ayr
Ayr A 5 Cumnock 0
Ayr B 1 Cumnock 5
GHA 0 Cumnock 1
Cumnock P6’s took a revitalised squad down to Ayr on Sunday with 6 new players who had never played a full game of rugby before to play two strong teams in Ayr and GHA. In the first game Cumnock played Ayr A, one of only two teams to have beaten them on grass this season. Cumnock matched Ayr in tight first half only to loose their way a bit in the in the second half, however it was a much improved performance. Cumnock immediately got revenge by beating Ayr B and then GHA in a tight game.
All in all the coaches were delighted with all the players, the more experienced boys and Rachael played to their usual high standard but the all the new boys showed great determination and got stuck in. It cant be emphasised enough how good these results are against two strong rugby teams whilst playing with up to three players who have never played before, the coaches have high hopes for the remainder of the season.
Ayr A 5 Cumnock 0
Ayr B 1 Cumnock 5
GHA 0 Cumnock 1
Cumnock P6’s took a revitalised squad down to Ayr on Sunday with 6 new players who had never played a full game of rugby before to play two strong teams in Ayr and GHA. In the first game Cumnock played Ayr A, one of only two teams to have beaten them on grass this season. Cumnock matched Ayr in tight first half only to loose their way a bit in the in the second half, however it was a much improved performance. Cumnock immediately got revenge by beating Ayr B and then GHA in a tight game.
All in all the coaches were delighted with all the players, the more experienced boys and Rachael played to their usual high standard but the all the new boys showed great determination and got stuck in. It cant be emphasised enough how good these results are against two strong rugby teams whilst playing with up to three players who have never played before, the coaches have high hopes for the remainder of the season.
Primary 5 report for 22/03/09
Cumnock visited Millbrae today for 3 thrilling games of rugby
The team got off to a slow start in their first game against Ayr and were 5-2 down at half time. After the break the team found their form and pulled the game back for a final result of 10-10. After a short break the team took to the field against a well drilled GHA team. The Cumnock team never really found their form and were beaten 6-1 in this game. The final game against another GHA team saw better rugby from the Cumnock team and were unfortunate to lose this game 4-2 . The Cumnock try scorers today were Sean Houston and Scott Teece support play coming from Tyler Wallace, Brandon Stewart, Lucy Watt, Calum Bell, John Watt, Louise Vietch and Calum Hendrie
The team got off to a slow start in their first game against Ayr and were 5-2 down at half time. After the break the team found their form and pulled the game back for a final result of 10-10. After a short break the team took to the field against a well drilled GHA team. The Cumnock team never really found their form and were beaten 6-1 in this game. The final game against another GHA team saw better rugby from the Cumnock team and were unfortunate to lose this game 4-2 . The Cumnock try scorers today were Sean Houston and Scott Teece support play coming from Tyler Wallace, Brandon Stewart, Lucy Watt, Calum Bell, John Watt, Louise Vietch and Calum Hendrie
p3/p4 reports for 22/03/09
Report for Cumnock P3 / P4 Team
Ayr (P4) 5 Cumnock 6
This was a cracker of a game with great play from both teams. Ayr took an early lead before Cumnock woke up at half time. In the second half Cumnock fought back well with some fierce tackling and great running and passing and eventually ran out deserved winners. Scores from Rob, Adam, Adam and Owen (3).
GHA (P4) 7 Cumnock 2
Cumnock never really got going against this much larger, well drilled team. The standard of rugby from GHA was very high but Cumnock rose well to the challenge and some determined tackling kept the score down. Tries came from Adam (2).
Ayr (P3) 5 Cumnock 3
This was a real ding-dong game with lots of action at both ends of the pitch. Scores were traded evenly throughout the first half but Ayr just pulled away towards the end of the second half. Tries were scored by Corry (2) and Adam.
The coaches were extremely pleased with the way that the boys played, particularly as the day went on. If only the players would realise that the shortest way to the try line is to run in a straight line!
Ayr (P4) 5 Cumnock 6
This was a cracker of a game with great play from both teams. Ayr took an early lead before Cumnock woke up at half time. In the second half Cumnock fought back well with some fierce tackling and great running and passing and eventually ran out deserved winners. Scores from Rob, Adam, Adam and Owen (3).
GHA (P4) 7 Cumnock 2
Cumnock never really got going against this much larger, well drilled team. The standard of rugby from GHA was very high but Cumnock rose well to the challenge and some determined tackling kept the score down. Tries came from Adam (2).
Ayr (P3) 5 Cumnock 3
This was a real ding-dong game with lots of action at both ends of the pitch. Scores were traded evenly throughout the first half but Ayr just pulled away towards the end of the second half. Tries were scored by Corry (2) and Adam.
The coaches were extremely pleased with the way that the boys played, particularly as the day went on. If only the players would realise that the shortest way to the try line is to run in a straight line!
Saturday, 21 March 2009
Cumnock 1st XV 3 Loch Lomond 22
Although slightly cold on the weather front, this was a cracking day, to be playing in a game of rugby, especially if you were one of the Cumnock youth set up now being blooded into senior rugby. From the kick-off it was end to end play, with both teams showing good attacking and equally the same in defence. Although from the sideline it was noticible that Lomond did have the heavier pack, yet with Greer and Hunter in the front row backed up with Cross and Brady, they were hardly ever troubled, Miller even stealing a couple.
After fifteen minutes though, it was a charged down clearance kick from Hill, that allowed Lomond in for a try. Possession was still running on 50-50 Kerr and Hodge linking with Stuart Hunter off the back of scrums, Barr waiting on second phase, and using the pace of Nisbitt to puncture the Lomond defence. Lomond's main attacks for now were through their backs, but with Nairn Harkin and McMillan in the back line once again, this week no one was getting through. A long clearance kick from his own 22 metre line and the follow up tap tackle from Greer was to result in Lomond penalised for holding on, Hill slotting home to make it 3-7.
Don't know if Cumnock were just missing someone in there to take note of when the ref was playing an advantage, certainly from the shouts on the sideline they all noticed, and he was very generous with it and mostly in Cumnocks favour. It was from an advantage that Lomond got their next score, Hodge making the break but that wee bit lack in support alowing for a turnover. With the rule of the day being, no one was to get through the fringes of any breakdown, this was held with rigour, until just before halftime when the Lomond hooker went straight through the middle untouched 3-17.
Cumnock at the start of the second half were to introduce another two of the young guns Euan Cunningham on for the battered and bruised Cross and Tony Foster replacing Nairn. As in the first half pssession was similar, but territorial advantage was in Cumnocks favour, but as did happen in the first half with the goal line in sight they chose the wrong option.
With the wind advantage Lomond were relying on the boot upfield, but with Nisbitt switching on his fullback head and Foster following up his clearance kicks, Cumnock were well capable of a counter attack.This half looked like a no score, until near the end Lomond on the attack and the player bundled into touch by a metre threw the ball back in play for one of his teamates to score 3-22.
Thanks to Alex Dunsmuir for report
After fifteen minutes though, it was a charged down clearance kick from Hill, that allowed Lomond in for a try. Possession was still running on 50-50 Kerr and Hodge linking with Stuart Hunter off the back of scrums, Barr waiting on second phase, and using the pace of Nisbitt to puncture the Lomond defence. Lomond's main attacks for now were through their backs, but with Nairn Harkin and McMillan in the back line once again, this week no one was getting through. A long clearance kick from his own 22 metre line and the follow up tap tackle from Greer was to result in Lomond penalised for holding on, Hill slotting home to make it 3-7.
Don't know if Cumnock were just missing someone in there to take note of when the ref was playing an advantage, certainly from the shouts on the sideline they all noticed, and he was very generous with it and mostly in Cumnocks favour. It was from an advantage that Lomond got their next score, Hodge making the break but that wee bit lack in support alowing for a turnover. With the rule of the day being, no one was to get through the fringes of any breakdown, this was held with rigour, until just before halftime when the Lomond hooker went straight through the middle untouched 3-17.
Cumnock at the start of the second half were to introduce another two of the young guns Euan Cunningham on for the battered and bruised Cross and Tony Foster replacing Nairn. As in the first half pssession was similar, but territorial advantage was in Cumnocks favour, but as did happen in the first half with the goal line in sight they chose the wrong option.
With the wind advantage Lomond were relying on the boot upfield, but with Nisbitt switching on his fullback head and Foster following up his clearance kicks, Cumnock were well capable of a counter attack.This half looked like a no score, until near the end Lomond on the attack and the player bundled into touch by a metre threw the ball back in play for one of his teamates to score 3-22.
Thanks to Alex Dunsmuir for report
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