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Perthshire U16’s hold their nerve against Boroughmuir
As we approach the sharp end of the Shogun Conference, Perthshire U16’s had to hold their nerve against a tough Boroughmuir side who like Perthshire had thoughts going into this game of clinching the vital points which could eventually determine which team qualifies for the National Youth Cup Competition. The game had to be moved to the new 3G pitch at the Regional Performance centre in Dundee to ensure the game could be played amid concerns mid week about the condition of the pitches down at the Inch.
The game itself was a very close high quality game where contrasting styles made it a very interesting game for the neutral observer. Boroughmuir had put their faith in their big forward pack against the more versatile Perthshire side who preferred to run the ball wide at every opportunity. In the end a great defensive effort combined with the ability to play wide open rugby won through for the Perthshire boys winning the game 24-17. Perthshire now move up to 4th in the table and if they overcome a struggling Biggar side on Wednesday evening they will jump up to 2nd with only 2 games remaining in the conference.
Unfortunately there were reverse fortunes for our U15’s and Colts and the U13 and U14 games were cancelled as the pitches down at Meggetland were unplayable. Next weekend the Perthshire Midis take on Highland RFC.
U15’s and U16’s take all the points down at Ayr!
Its not a headline you have seen before but its true, our U15’s and U16’s made the long trip to Ayr on Sunday to take on Ayr/Wellington in round 7 of the Shogun Conference and both teams came away with full points in nail biting fashion. Both games were incredibly close right up to the final whistle with U15’s crashing over the line to win the game on the final play. The final score 26-28 to Perthshire. This will be a major confidence boost for the boys who got their season off to a very slow start but at last they found belief that they are capable of competing with best teams in the conference.
The U16’s were also involved in a classic and right up until the last few minutes the game could have gone either way, but the boys held firm even without their talisman no. 8 Doug Yellowley who was down in Cardiff playing for Glasgow Warriors U16’s, the boys still showed real determination and held out for a great win. Final score 24-35 to Perthshire. Next Sunday will be another big test as they take on table toppers Stirling County away at Bridgehaugh Park. Ko 2pm.
The fortunes of the midis were reversed however at home when our ultra reliable U14’s were beaten at home for the first time this season against the arguably best side in the conference. Maybe the 2 week October break was a factor but an under-strength Perthshire side seem to lose their shape in this game and Ayr ran out convincing winners 3-33. Next Sunday will be a chance to make amends with a home game V Stirling County. KO 2pm. Our U13’s had a week off this week but I’m sure they will be keen to get playing against Stirling County at home on the Inch next Sunday KO 2pm.
The Conference table at halfway looks as follows with Perthshire on the brink of breaking into the top 4. #montheshire
| Team | Rounds | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Boroughmuir | 7 | 82 |
| Ayr / Wellington | 7 | 80 |
| Stirling County RFC | 7 | 78 |
| West of Scotland FC | 7 | 72 |
| Perthshire RFC | 7 | 70 |
| Highland RFC | 7 | 65 |
| Biggar RFC | 7 | 60 |
| Hamilton Rugby Club | 7 | 47 |
Perthshire Midis Share spoils with Biggar in Shogun
Last weekend the midis played Biggar in Round 4 of the Shogun conference and although the club fixture ended in 10-10 points a piece, Perthshire will be the happier after winning 3 fixtures to Biggars two. Our young colts side found it hard going against a very strong Biggar team who have already beaten Boroughmuir this season, but the coaches know that this a developing side and they will only get stronger as the season progresses. The U16’s have found their mojo again and recorded a resounding 50-0 win, the U15’s battled hard but after a poor start went down 41-31. The U14’s maintain their uneaten season with a convincing 47-13 win and the U13’s coaches were delighted with the boys performance finishing with 18-12 win. The Perthshire U13′ Whites team were also in action in the Lancer development conference and rounded off the day nicely with a 36-21 win over Alloa. All in all it was another great weekend of Rugby where the Perthshire Midis are showing they are worthy opposition in the Shogun Conference. After round 4 in the conference , Perthshire sit in joint 3rd position.
| Team | Rounds | Points |
| Ayr / Wellington | 4 | 50 |
| Boroughmuir | 4 | 48 |
| Stirling County RFC | 4 | 40 |
| West of Scotland FC | 4 | 40 |
| Perthshire RFC | 4 | 40 |
| Highland RFC | 4 | 39 |
| Biggar RFC | 4 | 35 |
| Hamilton Rugby Club | 4 | 28 |
Next weekend we host Highland RFC.
Saturday 21st September
Colts KO @ 2pm on 1st XV Pitch
Sunday 22nd September
U16’s Kick off @ 2pm on 1st XV Pitch
U15’s Kick off @ 2pm on Town Pitch
U14’s Kick off @ 2pm at Highand RFC
U13’s Kick off @ 2pm Highland RFC
Perthshire U16 boys get selected for Glasgow Warriors
Well done to Perthshire U16 boys Callum MacGugan, Doug Yellowley, Eric Davey, Stuart Hutchison and Jonny Morris who have been selected into the Glasgow Warriors U16 Training Squad. The boys are currently in training for games against Edinburgh, Cardiff and Saracens in October.
Here is a photo of the Perth U16 boys at Warriors training this week.
Well done boys from all at Perthshire Rugby and keep on working hard in the lead up to these big games.
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Perthshire Midi’s bulldoze their way to a clean sweep over Hamilton in Shogun
Perthshire Midis found their feet in the Shogun Conference last weekend with a clean sweep of wins over Hamilton Rugby. After a tough start to the campaign v Stirling County and West Of Scotland, all teams produced some great rugby in great conditions to bring home the spoils. We, again were able to field two U13 teams on Sunday with one team down at Hamilton and another down at Carnoustie. The girls U14’s also had a successful trip to Howe of Fife with a win and 2 losses in the girls rugby festival. Here are the results from the weekend:
Perthshire Colts Dev : Dev Hamilton Colts (Short of Players)
Perthshire U16’s 64 : 12 Hamilton U16’s
Perthshire U15 ‘s 73 : 34 Hamilton U15’s
Perthshire U14’s 62 : 6 Hamilton U14’s
Perthshire U13’s (Blacks) 11 : 9 Hamilton U13’s
Pertshire U13’s (Whites) 30 : 42 Carnoustie U13’s
The Shogun Conference League Table can found on the following Link https://www.scottishrugby.org/fixtures-and-results/schools-and-youth-clubs/competition?comp=671#table
Perthshire Midis sitting Joint 4th after Round 3.
Next weekend the Midis are up against Biggar RFC.
Sat 14th Sept :
Colts KO at 2pm away at Biggar.
Sun 15th Sept :
U16’s KO at 2pm away at Biggar
U15’s KO at 2pm away at Biggar
U14’s KO at 2pm at Home
U13 Blacks KO at 2pm at Home
U13 Whites KO at 2pm at Home
Perthshire MIDI’s hope to find their feet in the Shogun!
This weekend will be a milestone for the club on a number of counts. We are now playing in the top tier of Scottish Youth rugby and we will be fielding and an U14 Girls teams and two U13 teams. This is testament to the great work by the Development team, the coaches and the monumental work being done in the mini section recruiting you players to the club. Well done to all. Lets wish the all the girls and boys the best of luck this weekend and if you can come down and support the teams that would be greatly appreciated.
The Scotsman have been on the phone this week enquiring aboutPerthshire Midis’s as we approach our 1st round of games in the Shogun Conference. It will definitely be a case of baptism by fire as we face Stirling County who have been at the forefront of Club Youth rugby for many years, but at the same there is an air of optimism around the club with the knowledge that a lot work has gone in by the players and coaches in preparation for this weekend fixtures.
Sat 24th August
Perthshire Colts Stirling County Colts Kick off at 2pm on 1st XV Pitch.
Sunday 25th August
U14 Girls Kick off at 11am @ Stirling County, Bridgehaugh Park, Causewayhead Rd, Stirling FK9 5AP
U13 Blacks Kick off at 2pm @ Stirling County, Bridgehaugh Park, Causewayhead Rd, Stirling FK9 5AP
U13 Whites Kick off at 2pm @ Stirling County, Bridgehaugh Park, Causewayhead Rd, Stirling FK9 5AP
U14’s Kick off at 2pm @ Stirling County, Bridgehaugh Park, Causewayhead Rd, Stirling FK9 5AP
U15’s Kick off at 2pm on Town Pitch.
U16’s Kick off at 2pm on 1st XV Pitch.
U15’s and U16’s are Caledonia Winners
What a fantastic day at the North Inch today for the 2019 Caledonia Finals. Our U15’s had to pull everything out of the bag to beat a very determined and well disciplined Dunfermline team who contributed to what must have been the game of the day. The final score was was 45-38 to Shire and the result was secured in the last play of game to the delight of the big home support. Well done to both teams for such a great game of Rugby.
Our U16’s then went on beat Deeside/Garioch 45-15 in the final of the Shield. Although this was not as dramatic as the U15 game, some great quality rugby was played and the boys came out as deserved winners.
A big thanks to David Small our U14 Team Manager and the U14 Coaches and parents who catered for 1300 visitors today and raised significant funds for their tour next year. Thanks also to all the Perthshire volunteers from across the club who helped make the occasion such a spectacle and showed the club in such great light to the wider Caledonia community.
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Caledonia finals await U15’s and U16’s
The Caledonia finals await our U15’s and U16’s this Sunday. Our U15’s Kick off at 11am in the Cup final v Dunfermline and our U16’s Kick off at 3pm v Deeside/Garioch.
Captains Struan and Ruaridh are all set for Sunday and seen here holding the Pro14 Trophy. Come down and support the boys.
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