Gentleman, the end of season paint balling war has now been booked for the 30th June at the broom from 11.00 am. Should have been £35 a head but due to fines money etc, we should be able to bring the price down to £25 ph. List will be up in the RC from thurs so any budding soldiers who fancies their chances or basically anyone who wants to do over steve kelly get your names down. All money to be paid on the day.

Tickets going quickly for the Presentation night and Ceilidh. So please get your ticket sooner rather than later.

A reminder that the Players' Player of the Year (for both 1st XV and 2nd XV)will be voted for on the evening of 19th May at the Ceilidh. Anyone who has played for these teams may vote (even if it was a cameo appearance as a replacement). Let's have a high turn-out of players.

Early notification. Autumn Tests are Scotland v Ireland, Aug 11th, 2.30, and South Africa Aug 25th, 5pm. Prices £30, £20 and £10, with concessions (OAP,Student & U18)at £15, £10 and £5.

Applications have to be with SRU by July 7th, so cut off date will be before that. Clubs get to keep 25% commission for these.

Notice will be in clubhouse in due course.

Today is gonna be the day that gonna throw it back to you, by now you should have somehow realised what you've gotta do, I dont believe that anybody feels the way I do, about you now.....
Backbeat the word is on the street that the fire in your heart is out, I"m sure you've heard it all before but you've never really had a doubt, I don't believe that anybody feels the way I do about you now...

There will be an important meeting in the Clubhouse on Tuesday 15th May at 8.30pm for all existing coaches and any others who would be willing to become involved in some way with either coaching or assisting with the various tasks involved in running and organising teams.

No experience required - any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Past coaches who have "had a rest" would be most welcome in order that we can develop more teams at Youth level.

At Tuesday's Players' Meeting, nominations were put forward for next year's Captains and Vice-Captains. These will, of course, have to be officially approved at the AGM on 22nd June.
1st XV Captain - Paul Carruthers
1st XV Vice-Captain - Colin Warrick
2nd XV Captain - Kieran Watret
2nd XV Vice Captain - Gavin Lynch

was just wondering what the tally was for sending offs and sin bin this season? i know big andy got a red but cant think of any body else that got sent off, i know cash got his 1st ever yellow card in 30 yeras of rugby.
so it would be good to see who the bad boys are

Tickets now available for the Ceilidh & Presentation night on Saturday 19th May @ 7.00pm in Annan Academy Hall, Tickets cost £15 and are available from me. Dont leave it too late as there is only a limited number available.

I didn't expect to be back from Dalkeith to watch the game - but I was, and it was a privilege to be there for Billy's farewell appearance and all the banter in the Clubhouse afterwards. Try of the match? For me - Graeme Hogg's tremendous finish of an exciting move.

For all you who have signed to PC's stag do- myself and Bazz now require the final £100 ASAP. The players meeting on Tuesday night will be an ideal opportunity to cough up the coin. You are not allowed to get excited until you pay.

Scores on the doors
Annan 1sts 95 v Allan Glens 0
Dalziel 27 v Annan 2nds 5

I liked the one were billy joined the opposition huddle & had their captain yelling at him & telling him what he was going to do to that big lanky Annan 2nd row!!!!!

Thank you to all those who travelled to Currie last night to support the boys.The result did not go our way, but the commitment and endeavour shown was magnificent.Thanks lads. C.

So, tis with a tear in the eye that we shall watch, for the lat time, that old warhorse, Billy, turn out for the the first XV, on Saturday. No more will we see that hard, calloused hand thrust into some unsuspecting opponent's mush; no more will we hear that grizzled voice enquire of the verisimilitude of an adversary's parentage. Ah, Bill, when will we see yer like again? Fair fa' yer honest sonsie face, aye cheiftan o the brickie race.

Good luck to the Academy lads in tonights SS Bowl final.
We did hear a whisper that some bloke called 'Hairy' was looking for a game, could this be true?

Some good shots of Methuselah from Saturday's game.
Just shows that there's always an exception to the rule, here's a man that sank 8 pints of lager and 12 gin and tonics the night, before the game, had the full English with extra kippers on the morning of the match and still managed to amble about the pitch for a punishing 20 minutes, thus saving the day for Annan. Forget Superman, this guy's a real Alf Tupper. Hoorah!!

Happy birthday to Alex Dunbar - reaching the ripe old age of 17 on 23rd April.

Advance notice - the Club A.G.M. will take place on Friday 22nd June.

Congratulations to the Annan S1 S2 side whio have just won the Stewartry 7's

wher is this legendary violetbank slope?? the road to the pitches?

Thanks for the highlights of the Irving game gus isn't technology wonderful.Better than match of the day.Good as Scrum five or even those plonkers from sky.

Scores on the Doors
Caithness 3 v Annan 1sts 12
Annan 2nds 31 v Daziel 15

Updates to site

Video highlights of the Irvine game now online.

See link at top of page or via the Annan RFC in Action page to the left

Gus

just a quick ask, is that A,White on the bench for the 2nds on saturday the young boy thats running the show for Scotland under 18's? also mr A, Dunbar playing alongside the Stirling exiles should make it a very exciting backline! what thoughts?

AT LAST!
Scottish Schools Bowl Final.
Annan Academy v Portobello HS
Wednesday 25th April
Currie RFC
7.20pm kick off.
Any support would be greatly appreciated.

Hey Gus, what's happened to the caption compettion, I really miss those useless ****s trying to make me laugh?
Suppose it's went the same way as 'the Worlds Funniest Disasters', I used to like that too before it was pulled, grrr.

Terrain Aeration have now completed their work on the two pitches. Sincere thanks to everyone who helped - Committee members, Youths and non-committee members (particularly David and Rod Smith, Bobby Robison).

We need volunteers to fill holes with Lytag on the 2nd XV pitch - probably Monday afternoon, all day Tuesday + Tuesday evening. Can you spare a couple of hours?

Minto, the folically challenged Wonder, reckoned the only difference between Annan & Irvine was the sin- binning. I beg to differ; for the 1st quarter, most of our passing was sloppy, school-boy stuff. It should also be borne in mind that Irvine's first two tries came from turnover ball-one we can just about live with but two illustrated the difference between winning and losing at this level...Oh, it should also be noted that our lineout has not functioned to an acceptable standard in the last couple of games. Ah, the basics...

Having said this lot, it was the 2nd-best game I've seen at home this season. It was a super performance against a very good and physical bunch of lads with some slick backs. Yup, it must auger well for next season when, based on some of this seasons performances, we must, surely, be able to hold our own.

Roll-on next season.

Scores on the Doors
Annan 30 v Irvine 42

Good luck tomorrow lads - They dont like it up 'em

Updates to Site
Blast from the past time - relive the opening of Violetbank - see link at top of page.

How is the training going for the big game on Saturday? I hear Masher and Cash are polishing their boots just in case......

Will Dumfries rollover on Saturday to allow Newton Stewart promotion?

Scotland U18 20 - Italy U18 17
Andrew got on after 48mins according to write-up on SRU site.

The work on the first team pitch is progressing well. Terrain Aeration will, however, have to return on Monday to complete the second team pitch. "Lytagers" will be required on Monday (and probably Tuesday).

When is the Quarter Final??

We still need help - to fill bore holes with Lytag. This week, starting on Tuesday afternoon, major pitch works will start. We have a number of volunteer slots filled, but we particularly need volunteers for the 8am-11am and 11am- 2pm slots on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. If anyone can offer assistance, contact me on DonBarty@aol.com or telephone 202708. Thanks.

having watched scotland u18 v england today i thought andy white was one of not many scottish players with plus points in my opinion he played really well hairy mentioned a wee while ago that there must be some good players keeping scotty and bruce fae the toon out frankly i didnt see them michael would have given the back row an edge and aggression so badly missing and bruce could of carried the ball a bit better in the second row the scottish 4 and 5 far too easily knocked back for me well done andy white

Langholm 6 Annan 12?? I could have sworn it was 3-12...Not to worry. Sh one t game-do we care??

I was pleasing to see 3 appointed match officials "wired-up". However, some of the refereeing was a bit like the game; sh one t-do we care??

Scores on the Doors

Langholm 3 v Annan 1sts 12

anyone know yet if the 2s have a game for 2day?

What a weekend in prospect! Annan v Langholm in Round 2 of the SRU Shield:
Andrew White picked at stand off for Scotland U18 v England at Burnbrae on Sunday (8 April), kick-off 3pm. ADMISSION FREE AND Alex Dunbar picked at centre again for Scotland U17s for the match on Saturday morning against Wales at Millfield International Festival as I said WHAT A WEEKEND!!!! - enjoy!

Good mowning,

Félicitations to ze young Andrew Blanc in guiding Skitland youths to a woll deserved victory agonst ze French schills. ‘Is tictical kacking was superbe and ‘is pissing was auqually as bon, without a dripped ball in zite.

Boys, a big hand for all the jugglers. The promotion is well deserved and aboot time. If I'd had some notice aboot the Langholm game I would have mailed my inflatable sheep over to kick aboot the Muckle clubhoose. Any way here's a Langholm fan from Lagos.
Startled oot.

I can't believe it's thursday night and no mention of saturdays game. Lets silence the "fish wives" with the same kind of game that blew them away at the tournament.

And now Scotland U17 beat France. See report on SRU site. Dunbar gets a flattering mention - but no try !

Well done U17. Now for England at Burnbrae for the U18s

Congratulations to Alex Dunbar who has been selected to play for Scotland U17S against France at Millfield International Festival tomorrow (Tuesday 3 April), kick-off 11.30am.

I have heard a rumour that PC has been asked to captain the Vaults pool team next year. Is this right?

Maybe after his performance on Saturday, in the famous 'lucky boots', Conor's Dad will now spring for a new pair of boots for the lad. Shame on you Mike, you old mingebag.
A mighty Well Done to both sides and also to wee Snowy in gay Paree.
Mint.

A huge thank you the the Annan 2xv for the win against irvine on sat! well done lads!

Thanks to all the youth players and coaches for the invite to your presentation night. It was very enjoyable, especially senior Haribos singing.
Well done this season and good luck for the next.

Welcome back Gus we missed ya I hope you had an enjoyable hol

Due to injury to young Conroy's foot, the gig is postponed until the end of May beginning of June.

Well done to all involved at Annan RFC. Was proud to be at Violetbank yesterday to witness 40+ players and coaches win 2 games of rugby and bring 1st Division rugby back to Violetbank.

All that and "Mini bashtard" scoring in Paris. Cant be bad

Stick in next week and a big day oot in Edinburgh would be no more than you deserve.

Could you get your deposit's in asap so we can book the hotel as the dates are now out. Fri 22nd Feb til Mon 25 Feb 2008, Russell Court hotel c'mon lads you know it makes sense hand over the cash especially those two tight twats in dumfries.

France Schools - 5 Scotland Under 18 -18 . Two penalties and one conversion from Andrew White. We're proud of you, kid!

Scores on the doors:
Annan 28 - Caithness 6 (bonus point) - yes we are promoted!!!!!!!

Annan 2nd XV 10 Irvine 2nd XV 3

Thanks to all members of the youth section for a great time yesterday evening

Good Luck to Andrew White today in his Scottish U18 match against the French Schools

Only 5 places left on the Oki Doki Dublin extravaganza left, so anyone wanting to go, pay your deposit now! 3 nights B&B in the Clarence Hotel (Temple Bar owned by U2) and a float of 4000 eu for the Sunday.

Sorry Lads have to go walkabout tomorrow so will not be able to cheer and generally hurle abuse but remember please it is an 80min. game too much stress like last week is not good for old folk!
Go for it Annan - get that result.
DIY Dave