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Story date: 21/05/2013
More photos from Presentation Evening
More photos from Presentation Evening
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Peter presents Steve with his gift
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Young Aird is thanked by Peter
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Big Aird is in the spotlight as well
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Gav and his bottle
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Most Improved Player Craig Shearer
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Best Newcomer Jack Court
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Top Trainer Douglas Hill
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Taylors of Biggar Most Committed Player Ross Jackson
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Players Player Stuart Affleck
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Coaches Player Andrew Jardine
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A commemorative picture for Steve from Dave Adams
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Bob and his bottle
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Young Aird and those sweets!
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Top Trainer Martin Hunter
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Players Player Andrew Orr
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Coaches Player and U-16 Captain Gregor Stewart
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Eric and his **&$$* box!
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Ian and the dictionary
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Brian with his 'scope'!
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'Specky' - where is the camera!?
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Ant and Dec with the 4 stooges
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Story date: 19/05/2013
Girls, U-15’s and U-16’s Presentation Evening
Biggar RFC hosted it's annual Presentation Evening for the Girls, U-15's and U-16's on Friday. Over 100 players, family and frieds turned out for the evening which was another great success with coaches and players al taking it in turnes to say a few words bout the season past. The photos provide a record of the award winners but first and foremost rugby remians the ultimate team game so all players involved can take great credit for their eforts throughout the season.
After a difficult couple of seasons the Girls have recently been udner the watchful eye of Charlie Court who, with husband Steve (coach of the U-15’s), have immersed themselves in the club following their arrival in the town last year - and with some considerable success!
Charlie has now got the nucleus of a great bunch of girls who are all full of enthusiasm and drive. Skills are advancing quickly with a huge bonus recently of a visit from Scotland’s Most Capped internationalist Donna Kennedy. Donna was very impresed with the girls and is keen that they take up an offer to join her coaching programme in the summer!
Captain Hewitt thanked coaches, parents and friends for their support.
Charlie anounced the awards. All the awards were presented by Club Vice-President Peter McDonald. These went to :
Most Improved Player ; Kristi Barr
Top Trainer; Emily Armstrong
Best Newcomer; Kim Laird
Players Player Corrie Brewster
Coaches Player of the Year; Aillie Sinclair
Rhiannon Yardley
Steve then made his presentation to the U-15’s. Of all the Biggar Midi sides this season they are without doubt the most successful having won the Edinburgh Regional Bowl and reaching the final of the Gala sevens but this is only half the story as at the start of the season the side was experiencing a ‘wilderness’ period with no confirmed coach and a shortage f both players and commitment.
The arrival of Steve and of Bob Paterson who, after a few years out of coaching, returned on a trial basis (before becoming a permanent fixture and in harness proper) seemd to galvinise the side which has since gone from strength to strength. Numbers are now much more positive with a great work ethic evident despite the disappointment of having so few games.
Steve paid tribute to the support he ahs received from Bob, John Bogle, Gavin Hill and Colt Airsd Jardine who ahs been ever-present on Wednesday evenings.
U-15 award winners were:
Best Newcomer; Jack Court
Top Trainer; Douglas Hill
Most Improved Player; Craig Shearer
Taylors Award for Most Committed Player; Ross Jackson
Players Player; Stuart Affleck
Coaches Player; Andrew Jardine
Captain Peter Steele thanked Steve in his reply and made a presentation from the players to the coaches. Gavin Hill as a representative of the U-15 parents also made a presentation to the coaches remarking on the very welcome transformation of the boys in such a short space of time.
It was then over to Al Stewart who made the U-16’s presentation. This has been another difficult season for this age group who have always struggled with both size and numbers.
A shortage of games has also been a factor but having said that the squad have again demonstrated their commitment by being regular attendees at training and playing some very good rugby. This was epitomised in the final weeks of the season when they produced quality performances against first of all Preston Lodge and then Linlithgow. Although they were ultimately defeated by Linlithgow they produced an excellent performance, with a never-say-die attitude from which they should all take great credit.
This is of course the last time this group will be together as the side now splits with a number age to play at U-16 for another season while the remainder will move up to the Colts. The nucleus of the side has been together for the past 8 seasons.
Al thanked coaches Eric Hunter, Brian Harrison and Ian Barr who have all been involved with the boys since they started playing Mini rugby with a mention too of Ross McIntyre who, although unable to attend, had been main coach through the Mini years. A slide show of photos accompanied the meal, these a collection of snaps taken from Mini to Midi age – a few laughs at those!
U-16 Awards went to
Top Trainer : Martin Hunter
Players Player : Andrew Orr
Coaches Player : Gregor Stewart
Arguably the highlight of the evening was the joint presentation made by Gregor Stewart and James Barr, or, as christened by Midi Convenor Aird Jardine, Biggar RFC’s answer to Ant and Dec!
The boys presented the four coaches with gifts for their efforts – a swear box for Eric, a stethoscope for Brian, a dictionary for Ian and a pair of specs for Al – and then another gift, a very welcome bottle of malt!
Vice-President Peter rounded off the evening with a vote of thanks to all concerned. This included the catering staff of Carolyn Cairns, Jan Harper and their team, GY and Hugh Barr for the bar and Midi Convenor Aird Jardine for his hard work throughout the season and for the organisation of the evening.
All-in-all, a cracking Club night!Biggar RFC hosted it's annual Presentation Evening for the Girls, U-15's and U-16's on Friday. Over 100 players, family and frieds turned out for the evening which was another great success with coaches and players al taking it in turnes to say a few words bout the season past. The photos provide a record of the award winners but first and foremost rugby remians the ultimate team game so all players involved can take great credit for their eforts throughout the season.
After a difficult couple of seasons the Girls have recently been udner the watchful eye of Charlie Court who, with husband Steve (coach of the U-15’s), have immersed themselves in the club following their arrival in the town last year - and with some considerable success!
Charlie has now got the nucleus of a great bunch of girls who are all full of enthusiasm and drive. Skills are advancing quickly with a huge bonus recently of a visit from Scotland’s Most Capped internationalist Donna Kennedy. Donna was very impresed with the girls and is keen that they take up an offer to join her coaching programme in the summer!
Captain Hewitt thanked coaches, parents and friends for their support.
Charlie anounced the awards. All the awards were presented by Club Vice-President Peter McDonald. These went to :
Most Improved Player ; Kristi Barr
Top Trainer; Emily Armstrong
Best Newcomer; Kim Laird
Players Player Corrie Brewster
Coaches Player of the Year; Aillie Sinclair
Rhiannon Yardley
Steve then made his presentation to the U-15’s. Of all the Biggar Midi sides this season they are without doubt the most successful having won the Edinburgh Regional Bowl and reaching the final of the Gala sevens but this is only half the story as at the start of the season the side was experiencing a ‘wilderness’ period with no confirmed coach and a shortage f both players and commitment.
The arrival of Steve and of Bob Paterson who, after a few years out of coaching, returned on a trial basis (before becoming a permanent fixture and in harness proper) seemd to galvinise the side which has since gone from strength to strength. Numbers are now much more positive with a great work ethic evident despite the disappointment of having so few games.
Steve paid tribute to the support he ahs received from Bob, John Bogle, Gavin Hill and Colt Airsd Jardine who ahs been ever-present on Wednesday evenings.
U-15 award winners were:
Best Newcomer; Jack Court
Top Trainer; Douglas Hill
Most Improved Player; Craig Shearer
Taylors Award for Most Committed Player; Ross Jackson
Players Player; Stuart Affleck
Coaches Player; Andrew Jardine
Captain Peter Steele thanked Steve in his reply and made a presentation from the players to the coaches. Gavin Hill as a representative of the U-15 parents also made a presentation to the coaches remarking on the very welcome transformation of the boys in such a short space of time.
It was then over to Al Stewart who made the U-16’s presentation. This has been another difficult season for this age group who have always struggled with both size and numbers.
A shortage of games has also been a factor but having said that the squad have again demonstrated their commitment by being regular attendees at training and playing some very good rugby. This was epitomised in the final weeks of the season when they produced quality performances against first of all Preston Lodge and then Linlithgow. Although they were ultimately defeated by Linlithgow they produced an excellent performance, with a never-say-die attitude from which they should all take great credit.
This is of course the last time this group will be together as the side now splits with a number age to play at U-16 for another season while the remainder will move up to the Colts. The nucleus of the side has been together for the past 8 seasons.
Al thanked coaches Eric Hunter, Brian Harrison and Ian Barr who have all been involved with the boys since they started playing Mini rugby with a mention too of Ross McIntyre who, although unable to attend, had been main coach through the Mini years. A slide show of photos accompanied the meal, these a collection of snaps taken from Mini to Midi age – a few laughs at those!
U-16 Awards went to
Top Trainer : Martin Hunter
Players Player : Andrew Orr
Coaches Player : Gregor Stewart
Arguably the highlight of the evening was the joint presentation made by Gregor Stewart and James Barr, or, as christened by Midi Convenor Aird Jardine, Biggar RFC’s answer to Ant and Dec!
The boys presented the four coaches with gifts for their efforts – a swear box for Eric, a stethoscope for Brian, a dictionary for Ian and a pair of specs for Al – and then another gift, a very welcome bottle of malt!
Vice-President Peter rounded off the evening with a vote of thanks to all concerned. This included the catering staff of Carolyn Cairns, Jan Harper and their team, GY and Hugh Barr for the bar and Midi Convenor Aird Jardine for his hard work throughout the season and for the organisation of the evening.
All-in-all, a cracking Club night!Biggar RFC hosted it's annual Presentation Evening for the Girls, U-15's and U-16's on Friday. Over 100 players, family and frieds turned out for the evening which was another great success with coaches and players al taking it in turnes to say a few words bout the season past. The photos provide a record of the award winners but first and foremost rugby remians the ultimate team game so all players involved can take great credit for their eforts throughout the season.
After a difficult couple of seasons the Girls have recently been udner the watchful eye of Charlie Court who, with husband Steve (coach of the U-15’s), have immersed themselves in the club following their arrival in the town last year - and with some considerable success!
Charlie has now got the nucleus of a great bunch of girls who are all full of enthusiasm and drive. Skills are advancing quickly with a huge bonus recently of a visit from Scotland’s Most Capped internationalist Donna Kennedy. Donna was very impresed with the girls and is keen that they take up an offer to join her coaching programme in the summer!
Captain Hewitt thanked coaches, parents and friends for their support.
Charlie anounced the awards. All the awards were presented by Club Vice-President Peter McDonald. These went to :
Most Improved Player ; Kristi Barr
Top Trainer; Emily Armstrong
Best Newcomer; Kim Laird
Players Player Corrie Brewster
Coaches Player of the Year; Aillie Sinclair
Rhiannon Yardley
Steve then made his presentation to the U-15’s. Of all the Biggar Midi sides this season they are without doubt the most successful having won the Edinburgh Regional Bowl and reaching the final of the Gala sevens but this is only half the story as at the start of the season the side was experiencing a ‘wilderness’ period with no confirmed coach and a shortage f both players and commitment.
The arrival of Steve and of Bob Paterson who, after a few years out of coaching, returned on a trial basis (before becoming a permanent fixture and in harness proper) seemd to galvinise the side which has since gone from strength to strength. Numbers are now much more positive with a great work ethic evident despite the disappointment of having so few games.
Steve paid tribute to the support he ahs received from Bob, John Bogle, Gavin Hill and Colt Airsd Jardine who ahs been ever-present on Wednesday evenings.
U-15 award winners were:
Best Newcomer; Jack Court
Top Trainer; Douglas Hill
Most Improved Player; Craig Shearer
Taylors Award for Most Committed Player; Ross Jackson
Players Player; Stuart Affleck
Coaches Player; Andrew Jardine
Captain Peter Steele thanked Steve in his reply and made a presentation from the players to the coaches. Gavin Hill as a representative of the U-15 parents also made a presentation to the coaches remarking on the very welcome transformation of the boys in such a short space of time.
It was then over to Al Stewart who made the U-16’s presentation. This has been another difficult season for this age group who have always struggled with both size and numbers.
A shortage of games has also been a factor but having said that the squad have again demonstrated their commitment by being regular attendees at training and playing some very good rugby. This was epitomised in the final weeks of the season when they produced quality performances against first of all Preston Lodge and then Linlithgow. Although they were ultimately defeated by Linlithgow they produced an excellent performance, with a never-say-die attitude from which they should all take great credit.
This is of course the last time this group will be together as the side now splits with a number age to play at U-16 for another season while the remainder will move up to the Colts. The nucleus of the side has been together for the past 8 seasons.
Al thanked coaches Eric Hunter, Brian Harrison and Ian Barr who have all been involved with the boys since they started playing Mini rugby with a mention too of Ross McIntyre who, although unable to attend, had been main coach through the Mini years. A slide show of photos accompanied the meal, these a collection of snaps taken from Mini to Midi age – a few laughs at those!
U-16 Awards went to
Top Trainer : Martin Hunter
Players Player : Andrew Orr
Coaches Player : Gregor Stewart
Arguably the highlight of the evening was the joint presentation made by Gregor Stewart and James Barr, or, as christened by Midi Convenor Aird Jardine, Biggar RFC’s answer to Ant and Dec!
The boys presented the four coaches with gifts for their efforts – a swear box for Eric, a stethoscope for Brian, a dictionary for Ian and a pair of specs for Al – and then another gift, a very welcome bottle of malt!
Vice-President Peter rounded off the evening with a vote of thanks to all concerned. This included the catering staff of Carolyn Cairns, Jan Harper and their team, GY and Hugh Barr for the bar and Midi Convenor Aird Jardine for his hard work throughout the season and for the organisation of the evening.
All-in-all, a cracking Club night!Biggar RFC hosted it's annual Presentation Evening for the Girls, U-15's and U-16's on Friday. Over 100 players, family and frieds turned out for the evening which was another great success with coaches and players al taking it in turnes to say a few words bout the season past. The photos provide a record of the award winners but first and foremost rugby remians the ultimate team game so all players involved can take great credit for their eforts throughout the season.
After a difficult couple of seasons the Girls have recently been udner the watchful eye of Charlie Court who, with husband Steve (coach of the U-15’s), have immersed themselves in the club following their arrival in the town last year - and with some considerable success!
Charlie has now got the nucleus of a great bunch of girls who are all full of enthusiasm and drive. Skills are advancing quickly with a huge bonus recently of a visit from Scotland’s Most Capped internationalist Donna Kennedy. Donna was very impresed with the girls and is keen that they take up an offer to join her coaching programme in the summer!
Captain Hewitt thanked coaches, parents and friends for their support.
Charlie anounced the awards. All the awards were presented by Club Vice-President Peter McDonald. These went to :
Most Improved Player ; Kristi Barr
Top Trainer; Emily Armstrong
Best Newcomer; Kim Laird
Players Player Corrie Brewster
Coaches Player of the Year; Aillie Sinclair
Rhiannon Yardley
Steve then made his presentation to the U-15’s. Of all the Biggar Midi sides this season they are without doubt the most successful having won the Edinburgh Regional Bowl and reaching the final of the Gala sevens but this is only half the story as at the start of the season the side was experiencing a ‘wilderness’ period with no confirmed coach and a shortage f both players and commitment.
The arrival of Steve and of Bob Paterson who, after a few years out of coaching, returned on a trial basis (before becoming a permanent fixture and in harness proper) seemd to galvinise the side which has since gone from strength to strength. Numbers are now much more positive with a great work ethic evident despite the disappointment of having so few games.
Steve paid tribute to the support he ahs received from Bob, John Bogle, Gavin Hill and Colt Airsd Jardine who ahs been ever-present on Wednesday evenings.
U-15 award winners were:
Best Newcomer; Jack Court
Top Trainer; Douglas Hill
Most Improved Player; Craig Shearer
Taylors Award for Most Committed Player; Ross Jackson
Players Player; Stuart Affleck
Coaches Player; Andrew Jardine
Captain Peter Steele thanked Steve in his reply and made a presentation from the players to the coaches. Gavin Hill as a representative of the U-15 parents also made a presentation to the coaches remarking on the very welcome transformation of the boys in such a short space of time.
It was then over to Al Stewart who made the U-16’s presentation. This has been another difficult season for this age group who have always struggled with both size and numbers.
A shortage of games has also been a factor but having said that the squad have again demonstrated their commitment by being regular attendees at training and playing some very good rugby. This was epitomised in the final weeks of the season when they produced quality performances against first of all Preston Lodge and then Linlithgow. Although they were ultimately defeated by Linlithgow they produced an excellent performance, with a never-say-die attitude from which they should all take great credit.
This is of course the last time this group will be together as the side now splits with a number age to play at U-16 for another season while the remainder will move up to the Colts. The nucleus of the side has been together for the past 8 seasons.
Al thanked coaches Eric Hunter, Brian Harrison and Ian Barr who have all been involved with the boys since they started playing Mini rugby with a mention too of Ross McIntyre who, although unable to attend, had been main coach through the Mini years. A slide show of photos accompanied the meal, these a collection of snaps taken from Mini to Midi age – a few laughs at those!
U-16 Awards went to
Top Trainer : Martin Hunter
Players Player : Andrew Orr
Coaches Player : Gregor Stewart
Arguably the highlight of the evening was the joint presentation made by Gregor Stewart and James Barr, or, as christened by Midi Convenor Aird Jardine, Biggar RFC’s answer to Ant and Dec!
The boys presented the four coaches with gifts for their efforts – a swear box for Eric, a stethoscope for Brian, a dictionary for Ian and a pair of specs for Al – and then another gift, a very welcome bottle of malt!
Vice-President Peter rounded off the evening with a vote of thanks to all concerned. This included the catering staff of Carolyn Cairns, Jan Harper and their team, GY and Hugh Barr for the bar and Midi Convenor Aird Jardine for his hard work throughout the season and for the organisation of the evening.
All-in-all, a cracking Club night!Biggar RFC hosted it's annual Presentation Evening for the Girls, U-15's and U-16's on Friday. Over 100 players, family and frieds turned out for the evening which was another great success with coaches and players al taking it in turnes to say a few words bout the season past. The photos provide a record of the award winners but first and foremost rugby remians the ultimate team game so all players involved can take great credit for their eforts throughout the season.
After a difficult couple of seasons the Girls have recently been udner the watchful eye of Charlie Court who, with husband Steve (coach of the U-15’s), have immersed themselves in the club following their arrival in the town last year - and with some considerable success!
Charlie has now got the nucleus of a great bunch of girls who are all full of enthusiasm and drive. Skills are advancing quickly with a huge bonus recently of a visit from Scotland’s Most Capped internationalist Donna Kennedy. Donna was very impresed with the girls and is keen that they take up an offer to join her coaching programme in the summer!
Captain Hewitt thanked coaches, parents and friends for their support.
Charlie anounced the awards. All the awards were presented by Club Vice-President Peter McDonald. These went to :
Most Improved Player ; Kristi Barr
Top Trainer; Emily Armstrong
Best Newcomer; Kim Laird
Players Player Corrie Brewster
Coaches Player of the Year; Aillie Sinclair
Rhiannon Yardley
Steve then made his presentation to the U-15’s. Of all the Biggar Midi sides this season they are without doubt the most successful having won the Edinburgh Regional Bowl and reaching the final of the Gala sevens but this is only half the story as at the start of the season the side was experiencing a ‘wilderness’ period with no confirmed coach and a shortage f both players and commitment.
The arrival of Steve and of Bob Paterson who, after a few years out of coaching, returned on a trial basis (before becoming a permanent fixture and in harness proper) seemd to galvinise the side which has since gone from strength to strength. Numbers are now much more positive with a great work ethic evident despite the disappointment of having so few games.
Steve paid tribute to the support he ahs received from Bob, John Bogle, Gavin Hill and Colt Airsd Jardine who ahs been ever-present on Wednesday evenings.
U-15 award winners were:
Best Newcomer; Jack Court
Top Trainer; Douglas Hill
Most Improved Player; Craig Shearer
Taylors Award for Most Committed Player; Ross Jackson
Players Player; Stuart Affleck
Coaches Player; Andrew Jardine
Captain Peter Steele thanked Steve in his reply and made a presentation from the players to the coaches. Gavin Hill as a representative of the U-15 parents also made a presentation to the coaches remarking on the very welcome transformation of the boys in such a short space of time.
It was then over to Al Stewart who made the U-16’s presentation. This has been another difficult season for this age group who have always struggled with both size and numbers.
A shortage of games has also been a factor but having said that the squad have again demonstrated their commitment by being regular attendees at training and playing some very good rugby. This was epitomised in the final weeks of the season when they produced quality performances against first of all Preston Lodge and then Linlithgow. Although they were ultimately defeated by Linlithgow they produced an excellent performance, with a never-say-die attitude from which they should all take great credit.
This is of course the last time this group will be together as the side now splits with a number age to play at U-16 for another season while the remainder will move up to the Colts. The nucleus of the side has been together for the past 8 seasons.
Al thanked coaches Eric Hunter, Brian Harrison and Ian Barr who have all been involved with the boys since they started playing Mini rugby with a mention too of Ross McIntyre who, although unable to attend, had been main coach through the Mini years. A slide show of photos accompanied the meal, these a collection of snaps taken from Mini to Midi age – a few laughs at those!
U-16 Awards went to
Top Trainer : Martin Hunter
Players Player : Andrew Orr
Coaches Player : Gregor Stewart
Arguably the highlight of the evening was the joint presentation made by Gregor Stewart and James Barr, or, as christened by Midi Convenor Aird Jardine, Biggar RFC’s answer to Ant and Dec!
The boys presented the four coaches with gifts for their efforts – a swear box for Eric, a stethoscope for Brian, a dictionary for Ian and a pair of specs for Al – and then another gift, a very welcome bottle of malt!
Vice-President Peter rounded off the evening with a vote of thanks to all concerned. This included the catering staff of Carolyn Cairns, Jan Harper and their team, GY and Hugh Barr for the bar and Midi Convenor Aird Jardine for his hard work throughout the season and for the organisation of the evening.
All-in-all, a cracking Club night! |
Kristy Barr, Best newcomer |
Rhiannon Yardley; Most Improved |
Kim Laird; Best Trainer |
Corrie Brewster; Players Player |
Aillie Sinclair Coaches Player
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Biggar RFC hosted it's annual Presentation Evening for the Girls, U-15's and U-16's on Friday. Over 100 players, family and friends turned out for the evening which was another great success with coaches and players all taking it in turns to say a few words about the season past. The photos provide a record of the award winners but first and foremost rugby remains the ultimate team game so all players involved can take great credit for their efforts throughout the season.
After a difficult couple of seasons the Girls have recently been under the watchful eye of Charlie Court who, with husband Steve (coach of the U-15’s), have immersed themselves in the club following their arrival in the town last year - and with some considerable success!
Charlie has now got the nucleus of a great bunch of girls who are all full of enthusiasm and drive. Skills are advancing quickly with a huge bonus recently of a visit from Scotland’s Most Capped internationalist Donna Kennedy. Donna was very impressed with the girls and is keen that they take up an offer to join her coaching programme in the summer!
Captain Hewitt thanked coaches, parents and friends for their support.
Charlie anounced the awards. All the awards were presented by Club Vice-President Peter McDonald. These went to :
Most committed Emily Armstrong
Best Newcomer Kristi Barr
Players Player Corrie Brewster
Best Trainer Kim Laird Coaches Player of the Year Aillie Sinclair
Most Improved Player Rhiannon Yardley
Steve then made his presentation to the U-15’s. Of all the Biggar Midi sides this season they are without doubt the most successful having won the Edinburgh Regional Bowl and reaching the final of the Gala sevens but this is only half the story as at the start of the season the side was experiencing a ‘wilderness’ period with no confirmed coach and a shortage of both players and commitment.
The arrival of Steve and of Bob Paterson who, after a few years out of coaching, returned on a trial basis (before becoming a permanent fixture and in harness proper) seemd to galvinise the side which has since gone from strength to strength. Numbers are now much more positive with a great work ethic evident despite the disappointment of having so few games.
Steve paid tribute to the support he has received from Bob, John Bogle, Gavin Hill and Colt Aird Jardine who has been ever-present on Wednesday evenings.
U-15 award winners were:
Best Newcomer Jack Court Top Trainer Douglas Hill
Most Improved Craig Shearer Players Player Stuart Affleck
Taylors of Biggar Most Committed Ross Jackson Coaches Player Andrew Jardine
Captain Peter Steele thanked Steve in his reply and made a presentation from the players to the coaches. Gavin Hill as a representative of the U-15 parents also made a presentation to the coaches remarking on the very welcome transformation of the boys in such a short space of time.
It was then over to Al Stewart who made the U-16’s presentation. This has been another difficult season for this age group who have historically always struggled with both size and numbers.
A shortage of games has also been a factor but having said that the squad have again demonstrated their commitment by being regular attendees at training and playing some very good rugby. This was epitomised in the final weeks of the season when they produced quality performances against first of all Preston Lodge and then Linlithgow. Although they were ultimately defeated by Linlithgow they produced an excellent performance, with a never-say-die attitude from which they should all take great credit.
This is of course the last time this group will be together as the side now splits with a number age to play at U-16 for another season while the remainder will move up to the Colts. The nucleus of the side has been together for the past 8 seasons.
Al thanked coaches Eric Hunter, Brian Harrison and Ian Barr who have all been involved with the boys since they started playing Mini rugby with a mention too of Ross McIntyre who, although unable to attend on Friday, had been main coach through the Mini years. A slide show of photos accompanied the meal, these a collection of snaps taken from Mini to Midi age – a few laughs at those!
U-16 Awards went to
Top Trainer : Martin Hunter
Players Player : Andrew Orr
Coaches Player : Gregor Stewart
Arguably the highlight of the evening was the joint presentation made by Gregor Stewart and James Barr, or, as christened by Midi Convenor Aird Jardine, Biggar RFC’s answer to Ant and Dec!
The boys presented the four coaches with gifts for their efforts – a swear box for Eric, a stethoscope for Brian, a dictionary for Ian and a pair of specs for Al – and then another gift, a very welcome bottle of malt!
Vice-President Peter rounded off the evening with a vote of thanks to all concerned. This included the catering staff of Carolyn Cairns, Jan Harper and their team, GY and Hugh Barr for the bar (and in Hugh's case for excellent condition of the 1st XV pitch which each side has been able to play on this season) and Midi Convenor Aird Jardine for his hard work throughout the season and for the organisation of the Presentation Evening.
All-in-all, a cracking Club night!
Story date: 19/05/2013
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