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ANNAN AGM

Vice President (Rugby): Shaun McGauchie

Secretary: Ian Gilmour

Treasurer: Philip Bertram
Fixture Sec: Brian Peat
Team Sec: Jack Thomson

Club Captain: Stuart Williamson

Club Vice Captain: Keith Hogg

2nd XV Captain: Neil MacGregor

2nd XV Vice Captain: Euan Hay

END OF SEASON NEWS

ANNAN AT THE LANGHOLM SEVENS

Although this was Annan RFC’s first visit to the Langholm 7’s and despite losing in the first round to Melrose the Annan 7 almost pulled off the shock of the tournament. Not only did they score first against the tournament favourites but were leading 12-7 at half time through two tries by winger Kevin Jones and a Niall Smith conversion. In the second half, despite possibly having the bulk of possession, the tightened up Melrose defences were able to contain the Annan attacks and from some offensive defence Melrose were able to capitalise on spilt ball to retake the lead which they never relinquished to win the tie 24 – 12.

All in all this was a fine sevens performance by the young Annan 7 at their first senior sevens tournament who at no time were overawed by their more illustrious opponents who went on to win the Langholm tournament.

ANNAN RFC SENIOR AWARDS FOR SEASON 2001/2002

Annan RFC’s Club Player of the Year Award was awarded to Club Vice Captain Andy Renwick. Andy also won the Player’s Player of the Year Award, which was voted on by the Club players at the Annual Dinner Dance held on 26th April. Neil Moffat was awarded the Trophy for the Most Improved Player and Petrina Sidebottom was awarded the Ladies Player of the Year Award.

ANNAN COLTS AND UNDER 16 AWARDS NIGHT FOR SEASON 2001/2002

Annan RFC’s Colts and U16s Awards Night took place in the Clubrooms on Friday 3rd May with Colts Coach Ian Black on the hard but rewarding season undertaken by the Colts squad with Kenny White appraising the Youth Section’s season.

The Club awards were made as follows:

Youth Player of The Year – Michael Griffen
Most Valuable Player – Craig Moffat
Most Influential Player – Andrew Eggleton
Most Improved Player – John Nelson
Colts Player of the Year – Stewart Livingstone

Three players were also awarded their playing jerseys in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the season. They were:

Alan Rae (No 13); Craig McCann (No 10) and Michael Carpenter (No 8).

COLTS & UNDER 16 PRE-SEASON TRAINING

Would all Colts and Under 16 players please note that training & preparation for season 2002/2003 will commence on Wednesday 5th June at Violetbank (7.00pm start) – both boots and training shoes will be required.

With a very young U18 team this coming season and a very inexperienced U16 side all of the Youth coaches feel that longer preparation is required in order for the teams to fulfil their potential for the coming season.

Coaches Kenny White, Ian Black and Michael Tully would also like to pass on their best wishes to the lads who will be moving on to senior rugby next season. They also ask that all players hand in all DMS tracksuits and training shirts into the Clubhouse in a plastic bag with a note of their name marked for the attention of Ian Black.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
FOR SATURDAY 4th MAY

Annan are sending a sevens squad to the Langholm Sevens on Saturday - and after there great performance of 2 weeks ago in the Selkirk Junior Sevens, who knows what could happen!!! - Annan take on Melrose in the first round.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 20th/21st APRIL

The Annan 1st XV win their final league game of the season against Gordonians 48-17. Annan were always in control of this game and scored 8 tries to 3. A nice way to end the season.
Full Match Report - 1st XV - to follow

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV - to follow
On the Saturday however, Annan won the Selkirk Junior Sevens. Well played lads - I only found out today (1st May!!!) - this is what happens when your main news reporter goes on holiday!!!.
For more news on this please go here. From the Selkirk RFC pages.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 20th/21st APRIL

On Sunday Annan play host to Gordonians RFC from Aberdeen in their last league match of the season. This match was due to be played 15th February but was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. With Gordonians already relegated and Annan safe from relegation one could be forgiven in thinking that this could be a meaningless match. In the terms of league positions it probably is but Gordonians will be wanting to go down with a bang and Annan very much want to show their supporters what they are capable off after an encouraging later half of the season.
The Annan squad shows one or two changes from the one, which was so narrowly defeated by Preston Lodge last weekend. Neil Moffat fills the prop spot instead of his more familiar hooker role; Billy Henderson is back at lock, hopefully recovered from his hand injury, with Stuart Clanachan reverting to his wing forward spot and Colt Alan Rae replacing fellow Colt Andrew Eggleton, who is unavailable, on the wing.
Annan 1st XV squad: 1. C. Warrick 2. P. Carruthers 3. N. Moffat 4. G. Smith 5. W. Henderson 6. S. Clanachan, 7. R. Currie 8. A. Renwick 9. B. Graham 10. N. Smith 11. A. Rae 12. A. Render 13. S. Williamson 14. K. Jones 15. K. Hogg Replacements: J. Tinning, S. Livingston, C. McCann, E. Hay
On Saturday Annan have been invited to send a 7 to the Selkirk Junior 7’s.
Annan 7 squad: S. Clanachan, R. Currie, P. Minto, K. Hogg, N. Smith, A. Eggleton, K. Jones, A. Render, N. Moffat, P.O’Donnell
Annan Tigers are at home to Moffat at Violetbank on Sunday.
Annan U13s & U14s have training at Violetbank on Sunday
Annan U16s have a match against Dumfries at Park Farm on Sunday.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 13th APRIL

The Annan 1st go down 21-17 against Preston Lodge. More news on this defeat when known.
Full Match Report - 1st XV

Other Division 1 results:
Dunfermline 49 v Kilmarnock 10
Glenrothes 14 v Ross High 27

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
The 2nds game was postponded when Strathendrick could not raise a front row, however.....
With Strathendrick unable to fulfil their league commitments when they were unable to find props for the re-arranged fixture Annan’s 2nd string managed to secure a place at Dumfries RFC’s 7s tournament. Although it initially looked like there would not be space for an additional team the non appearance of Selkirk allowed Annan the chance to participate fully. Unfortunately this meant an immediate start against Hawick YM.
The absence of a warm up was apparent in the opening stages of the tie with a number of tries being easily scored by the Hawick side. However, after the break Annan started to improve somewhat and stemmed the tide of the Hawick attack.
As the tournament was a round robin event, Annan had a chance to warm up properly and to run through some drills in preparation for their next tie against a young Newton Stewart side. The Annan side performed considerably better in this tie with Euan Hay scoring 6 tries and other tries coming from Alistair Graham and Gary Coupland.
Moffat provided the next opposition in a closely fought third tie with the opening try coming from the Moffat side. Although tougher opposition than in the previous tie Annan came through as eventual winners with an ever-improving performance.
With tiredness now setting in Annan faced a Dumfries Colts 7 in the final round robin tie of the day and managed to pull away from a committed opposition to win the final tie to secure second place in the group behind the eventual tournament winners Hawick YM.
All in all the Annan squad performed well and enjoyed the tiring afternoon at sevens with all involved agreeing that watching televised sevens was a more sensible idea. Full details of scorers can be obtained from those who succeeded in crossing the line although Bruce Hay may not wish to be reminded that a touchdown over the 22 does not count!
Annan Squad: G. Coupland, I Thorburn, S. Wylie, D. Wylie, K. Hogg, C. Johnstone, A. Little, B. Hay, E. Hay, P. Bertram, A. Graham

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
FOR SATURDAY 13th APRIL

This Saturday Annan are back on league duty in their penultimate league game of the season in a re-arranged fixture against Preston Lodge at Pennypit Park, Prestonpans. Although safe from relegation an away win would lift Annan into the top half of Division 1 of the BT National Leagues with a home game against relegated Gordonians on Sunday 21st April.
Annan have had to make an enforced change to their selected team with lock Billy Henderson ruled out of contention with an injured hand. Stuart Clanachan moves from the back row to fill the vacant spot with hooker Neil Moffat moving to the back row and Paul Carruthers filling the hooker slot.
Annan 1st XV squad: 1. C. Warrick 2. P. Carruthers 3. J. Carlyle 4. G. Smith 5. S. Clanachan 6. N. Moffat, 7. R. Currie 8. A. Renwick 9. B. Graham 10. N. Smith 11. A. Eggleton 12. A. Render 13. S. Williamson 14. K. Jones 15. K. Hogg Replacements: P. Minto, S. Livingston and M. Forbes.
Annan’s second XV are also back in action in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues on Saturday with the visit of Strathendrick 2nd XV to Violetbank in a re-arranged league match.
Annan 2nd XV squad: 1. A. Carlyle 2. S. Wyllie 3. G. Brown 4. G. Coupland 5. G. Hogg 6. S. Vivers 7. A. Little 8. I. Thorburn 9. K. Hogg 10. C. Johnstone 11. P. Bertram 12. B. Hay 13. E. Hay 14. A. Graham 15. N. Latimer Replacements: A. Hiddleston, I. Blair, G. Carmichael, J. Gilmour, C. Hay, N. Halliday
Annan Tigers (P4 & P5) have a Tournament at Violetbank on Sunday with teams from Dumfries, Carlisle and A.N. Other. All players to meet at Violetbank at 10.30am.
Annan Tigers (P6 & P7) are travelling to Dumfries. All players to meet at Violetbank at 10.30am where transport will be waiting.
S1(U13) and S2(U14) are at home to Whitecraigs S1s & S2s at Violetbank on Sunday. All players meet at 1.15pm for a 2.00pm K.O.
U15s and U16s have a training session at Violetbank on Sunday. A players meeting to discuss next season’s fixtures will follow the session. All players are requested to attend.
The Cub and schools are to be congratulated on no fewer than twelve players being selected for the Dumfries & Galloway Bulls S2 squad. They are: Jonathan Callaghan, Roberto Nicholson, Andrew Jancey, James Blythe, Steve Borting, Gary Dickman, Scott Goodwin, Joseph Patterson, Cameron Smith (Annan Academy), Ross Gracie, Michael Scott (Lockerbie Academy) and Ben Hawthorne (Moffat Academy).

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 6th APRIL

Annan’s first foray of the season into sevens proved relatively successful with the Annan seven reaching the semi finals of the Langholm Junior 7’s at Milntown. Annan’s first game was again Gala YM who on past sevens form have always proved a formidable sevens outfit. Annan dispatched them 28 – 7 with an excellent display of the truncated game. In the second round Annan again played with some authority beating Earlston 48 – 0. In the first semi final Annan came up against a fluent Hawick seven who eventually ran out winners by 25 – 10. All in all an enjoyable outing for the club. The Annan points scorers were Kevin Jones (3 tries), Andrew Eggleton (3 tries) Keith Hogg (3 tries), Niall Smith (2 tries and 8 conversions) with Bob Currie, Billy Henderson and Graham Smith adding a try apiece.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
FOR SATURDAY 6th APRIL

With Annan’s penultimate league match on the 13th April away to Preston Lodge this weekend sees an Annan seven get their first run out of the season at the Langholm Junior 7’s at Miltown.
The Annan 7’s squad will be chosen from G. Smith, R. Currie, W. Henderson, N. Moffat, K. Hogg, N. Smith, A. Eggleton, K. Jones, P. O’Donnell, A. O’Donnell.
Annan Colts are also involved in their first sevens tournament of the season at Kelso Colts 7s meeting Haddington Colts in the first round.
Congratulations are due to the boys from both Annan and Lockerbie Academies who attended the S1 & S2 trials at Stewartry last Sunday. In the S1 trial all of the Annan RFC players on display were selected for the S1 squad. They are Andrew White, Paul Anderson, Dale McLatchie, Jonathon Crombie, Elliot Smith, Conor Trant, Dwayne Barnes and Lee Barnes.
In the S2 trials the players selected have not been confirmed as yet but all the players who took part put in fine performances and were a credit to their schools and club. Well Done!
All U16’s, U14’s & U13’s players have training this Sunday at Violetbank from 10.30 until 12 noon.
ANNAN TIGERS travel to Langholm on Sunday for a Mini Tournament involving the host club, Annan and Kelso. All players meet at clubhouse at 10.00am. Please remember to bring Ł1 for the bus.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 30th MARCH

The Annan 1st XV go down 32-10 to Ross High. Annan were leading at half-time but 2 quick Ross High tries killed the game off. The Annan points came from a Clanny try and 5 points from Baz. Ross High look certain for promotion now to Premier 3 but I don't think it will be long before we play them again........
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
With several 2nd XV regulars unavailable over the holiday weekend Annan’s second string had to rely on several veterans to turn out to make up the numbers and whilst they more than held their own in the set piece play they were no match for the pace of the home backs. Annan’s points were scored by veteran flanker Neil Halliday, who scored one of his typical rampaging tries and a further two tries by centre Euan Hay who also converted both his tries.
After this fine win over local rivals Dumfries Annan will now play Stewartry in the last fifteen aside game of the season (date to be decided) to decide who are the champions of Dumfries and Galloway with both clubs having defeated Dumfries and Wigtownshire/Newton Stewart.
Annan fielded eight under 16 players who will be eligible to play for next years colts side and the pick of the players on display would have to be stand off Graeme Gemmel who looks a great prospect for next season. Full back Scott McCann also had another fine game taking over the kicking duties from his brother who was ill and unable to play. John Nelson opened the scoring for the visitors after a fine run. Tries from Liam Ogilvie (2), Darren Mann (2), Alan Rae and Michael Carpenter soon followed. Scott McCann added four conversions.
This was a comfortable win for the Annan boys in the end but Dumfries stuck in for the full eighty minutes with notable performances by Jonny Sloan who caught the eye and the excellent Stephen Dreyer. Alan Rae gave another 110% performance with young Michael Pattison and Chris Crichton working extremely hard.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
FOR SATURDAY 30th MARCH

Annan are back in league action this Saturday in a re-arranged fixture in the Division 1 of the BT National Leagues against promotion contenders Ross High at Tranent. Annan and Ross High have met on several occasions with the both teams holding the home advantage. With Ross High looking to gain the second promotion spot behind Dunfermline and with Annan having at last found some form this meeting could prove to be a cracker.
Annan 1st XV Squad: 1. C. Warrick 2. N. Moffat 3. J. Carlyle 4. W. Henderson 5. G. Smith 6. S. Clanachan, 7. R. Currie 8. A. Renwick 9. B. Graham 10. N. Smith 11. A. Eggleton 12. A. Render 13. S. Williamson 14. K. Jones 15. K. Hogg Replacements: P. Minto, P. Carruthers, and M. Forbes.
Annan’s second string have a friendly on Saturday away to Wigtownshire
Annan 2nd XV Squad: 1. J. Gilmour 2. S. Wyllie 3. D. Irving 4. G. Coupland 5. G. Hogg 6. S. Vivers 7. A. Carlyle 8. I. Thorburn 9. P. O’Donnell 10. C. Johnstone 11. C. Hay 12. A. Little 13. E. Hay 14. P. Bertram 15. S. Tinning Replacements: A. Hiddleston, I. Blair, K. Hogg, G. Carmichael
Several members of Annan’s U13 & U14 teams are taking part in Dumfries & Galloway Bulls on Sunday 31st March. Transport leaves the Clubhouse at 9.45am. As the coaches are involved with the trials there will be no training at Violetbank this Sunday for the U13 & U14s.
On Easter Monday a combined team made up of available U13/U14/U15s take on a touring team from Dinnington, Worksop at the Everholm with a 2.00pm K.O.
Annan Tigers have a training session at Violetbank on Sunday at 10.30am

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
FOR SATURDAY 23rd MARCH

With this being a Six Nations weekend Annan do not have a league fixture but are looking to arrange a friendly prior to the Scotland v France game. Annan 2nd XV were due to play Hawick Harlequins in a friendly but the ‘Quins have to play a re-arranged Border District League fixture so the only game in town is Annan Colts v Hillhead Jordanhill Colts at Violetbank in the quarter final of the Glasgow U18 Cup. The time of the kick off has not been finalised due to some of Hillhead Jordanhill players having school commitments in the morning. All players and supporters are requested to contact the Clubhouse on 01461 204562 on Friday evening.
Annan U16’s have a fixture against Dumfries U16’s at Violetbank on Sunday. Players meet at Violetbank at 10.00am for an 11.00am K.O.
Annan U14’s have a fixture against Dumfries U14’s at Violetbank on Sunday. Players meet at Violetbank at 10.00am for an 11.00am K.O.
Annan U13’s have a fixture against Langholm U14’s at Milntown on Sunday. Players depart the Clubhouse at 10.30am for an 11.30am K.O.
Annan Tigers are taking part in the Dumfries Tournament at Park Farm on Sunday. Players depart the Clubhouse at 10.15am.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 16th MARCH

The Annan 1st XV get a great victory against Trinity Accies 35-22. Annan were always in control against the Edinburgh team scoring 4 tries in the process. The final try a classic from Masher!!!!. More news when known
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the Game

Other Division 1 results:
Cambuslang 11 v Ross High 16
Corstorphine 85 v Gordonians 5
Dunfermline 12 v Preston Lodge 6
Glenrothes P v Kilmarnock P

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Annan 2nd XV eventually arrived in Beith after a three and a half hour journey of discovery in darkest Ayrshire. Some of the geographically challenged members of the squad were extremely concerned when the bus travelled through Moscow on its way to Lochshore. The knock on result for the lost souls and their hosts was a kick off time of 3.40pm and the game drawing to a close in the gathering gloom.
As to the game itself, it seemed to lose its way as well as both teams battled their way to mediocrity. The only highlight being the wining score by standoff Craig Johnstone who crossed the try line to give Annan’s second string a vital win in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV league.
For 40 minutes the Annan Ladies competed well against their visitors from Edinburgh in this Division 2 match in the SWRU leagues and in fact scored first through hooker Katie Lake who from a period of driving and rucking play drove over to score. Lismore fought back and levelled the score and then took the lead through a fine backs try. Just prior to half time a fine solo effort from centre Katie Robison levelled the scores at the break at 10 –10.
In the second half Lismore upper their play and ran in a further six tries, four of which were converted as Annan struggled to contain the lively visiting backs. Annan scored a conciliation try towards the end of the half when Gerri Robison followed up a loose ball to win the footrace to the line.
The Annan Colts beat Stewartry - Both teams took the opportunity to play next seasons Colts in this game and the Annan contingent did themselves proud. Annan never looked in any danger and played with great spirit and enthusiasm giving much pleasure to their coaches and supporters alike. The Annan try scorers were Darren Marr (2), Scott McCann and Ross Woodman with Scott McCann adding a conversion. Special mention this week goes to Alan Rae for his 100% effort at scrum half. All the youngsters did themselves proud. Ross Haggerty, John Lake, Michael Pattison (another fine display), Ross Woodman, Liam Ogilvy, Graeme Gemmel, Darren Marr (only his second game), Scott McCann and Michael Griffen all gave fine displays and made the age level step up with great credit.
This week sees the Colts take on Hillhead Jordanhill in the quarter final of the Glasgow Cup at Violetbank. A good support for the boys would be appreciated and if the game is as good as the first encounter this season it should prove to be a cracker

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 16th/17th MARCH

Annan travel to Edinburgh on Saturday to take on Trinity Accies at Bangholm in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Annan must be hopeful of a victory in that Trinity have never beaten Annan in the League or Cup competitions. However the squad should not be under the illusion that this will an easy game as Trinity are much more difficult to beat at home these days. The Annan team shows no changes to the team, which beat Cambuslang last Saturday, at Violetbank.
Annan 1st XV Squad: 1. C. Warrick 2. N. Moffat 3. J. Carlyle 4. W. Henderson 5. G. Smith 6. S. Clanachan, 7. R. Currie 8. A. Renwick 9. B. Graham 10. N. Smith 11. A. Eggleton 12. A. Render 13. S. Williamson 14. K. Jones 15. K. Hogg Replacements: P. Minto, P. Carruthers, M. Forbes.
Clubhouse 11.45am
Annan’s second string has a break from league rugby with the visit to Violetbank of Crichton from Carlisle.
2nd XV Squad:1. J. Gilmour 2. S. Wyllie 3. D. Irving 4. G. Coupland 5. G. Hogg 6. S. Vivers 7. A. Carlyle 8. I. Thorburn 9. P. O’Donnell 10. C. Johnstone 11. C. Hay 12. A. Little 13. E. Hay 14. P. Bertram 15. S. Tinning Replacements: A. Hiddleston, I. Blair, K. Hogg, G. Carmichael
Annan Ladies are at home on Sunday at Violetbank in their Division 2 match in the SWRU leagues.
With 10 Annan Colts travelling to Belfast with the Dumfries & Galloway Squad for a game on Sunday and Stewartry having several players involved in the same squad the respective club coaches have arranged a friendly between the remainder of the U18 squad members with the balance of the teams being made up of U16 players.
Annan U16s play host to a touring side from Fedgley Park Lancashire at Violetbank on Sunday.
Annan U14s have a training session at Violetbank between 10.30am and 12.00noon on Sunday.
Annan U15s are, hopefully, off to Howe of Fife at Cupar to play their thrice cancelled match in the U15’s National Championships.
Annan Tigers have a match on Sunday at the Everholm against Langholm.

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY UNDER 18'S TO BELFAST

Ten Annan Colts will travel to Belfast on Sunday to represent Dumfries & Galloway. This is a tremendous honour for the club to contribute such a high number to the party of 22. Michael Carpenter, Keith Nelson, John Nelson, Stuart Livingstone, Craig McCann, and Andrew Eggleton will start the game with Craig Moffat, David Wyllie, Colin Rodger and Chris Crichton travelling as replacements. This is this teams first game together this year and hopefully will be followed by at least one fixture at Violetbank which would be well worth a visit. The D&G team is coached by Adam Gray (Stewartry) and Ian Black (Annan) and managed by Peter Wright SRU Development Officer for Dumfries & Galloway.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 9th/10th MARCH

The Annan 1st XV get a great victory against Cambuslang in their latest division 1 game. Annan score 3 tries, 2 from Stu Clanahan, 1 from Andrew Eggleton with the rest of the points coming from the boot of Baz Smith. This great win eases Annan relegation worries. Go on the Annan!!!!!
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the Game

Other Division 1 scores:
Ross High 21 v Corstorphine 19
Kilmarnock 28 v Trinity Accies 5
Preston Lodge 38 v Glenrothes 10
Gordonians 0 v Dunfermline 66

Latest First Division Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
The 2nds XV game was postponded as Annan are having front row problems
Other scores were Hawick PSA 33 v Annan Colts 0 and Annan Ladies 0 v Kirkcaldy Ladies 54
Brief Match Report - Colt XV
Full Match Report - Ladies XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 9th/10th MARCH

After the improved performance at Corstorphine a fortnight ago Annan are hopeful of building on that performance for Saturday’s encounter when they take on Cambuslang in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Cambuslang beat Annan earlier in the season at Coats Park and the home side are eager to make amends for that defeat. The Annan squad show no changes from the side who were narrowly beaten a fortnight ago in this must win encounter at Violetbank.
Annan 1st XV Squad: Forwards from C. Warrick, N. Moffat, M. Forbes, D. Irving, W. Henderson, G. Smith, S. Clanachan, R. Currie, A. Renwick. Backs: B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Eggleton, S. Williamson, A. Render, K. Jones, K. Hogg Replacements: P. Carruthers, P. Minto,
Annan’s second-string travel to Fort Matilda on Saturday in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues. This is their first outing for six weeks and will be a tough fixture for the ring rusty outfit.
From: J. Gilmour, S. Wyllie, A. Carlyle, A.N. Other, G. Hogg, A. Little, S. Vivers, I. Thorburn, R. Johnstone, C. Johnstone, P. Bertram, E. Hay, N. Latimer, C. Hay, S. Tinning, A. Graham, A. Hiddleston, P. Quinn, A. O’Donnell, N. Chalmers, C. Byres, I. Blair.
Annan Ladies are hopeful of playing their 2nd Round cup game against Division 2 Champions Kirkcaldy at Violetbank on Sunday after previous postponements due to the weather. Annan are still without their influential half back pairing of Lyndsey Povall and Catriona Rae but a win would see them at home to Hillhead Jordanhill in Round 3 and a defeat will see them in the Plate Competition.
UNDER 16’s: there is no U16 training this week but all players will be contacted by coach Ian Black within the next week with information regarding the training arrangements and fixtures for the rest of the season
UNDER 15’s: are away to Wigtownshire on Sunday; depart the clubhouse at 10.15am.
UNDER 13/14’s: U13 and U14 club games are cancelled this weekend as all Annan Academy players in these age groups are involved in the Scottish Schools Silver Jubilee Tournament at Murrayfield on Sunday. The game in the National Championships at Howe of Fife has now been rescheduled for Sunday 17th March.
ANNAN TIGERS: Annan Tigers are away to Cambuslang on Sunday. Depart the clubhouse at 10.15am with a 12 noon K.O. Parents contact Clubhouse regarding time of return.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 2nd MARCH

Annan Colts at last managed to get their Round 2 Cup game against Greenock Wanderers Colts at Fort Matilda played last Saturday and game away with a win.
Annan at last got their Glasgow Cup tie at Greenock played and with their, albeit unconvincing, win are now through to the quarter finals. The game was never as close as the score suggests. Two Colin McCann penalties and a Keith Nelson try split the sides at the end of the day, but Annan were always in command against a greatly improved Greenock Wanderers side to the one beaten earlier in the season. Annan were buoyed up by the return to the side of Andrew Eggleton who had a superb first half but was starved of good possession and space in the second half.
Pick of the Annan side were John and Keith Nelson. The former working hard throughout the whole game and the latter the powerhouse of the side always looking dangerous in possession of the ball and whose skill and work rate continues to improve with each game.
The quarter final against Hillhead Jordanhill will be played at Violetbank on 23rd March and should be a date for the diary for all fans.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 23rd/24th FEBRUARY

The Annan 1st XV played their first game since the 19th of January - however the lack of match practice proved too much as a ring rusty Annan went down 8-5 to 1st Division rivals Corstorphine. A match I thought would have been called off due to the blizzard up in Edinburgh on Friday night - so much so I didn't go to the game even though I'm only 25 minutes from Corstorphines ground - you have to love the Scottish weather!!!
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Latest First Division Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
All other games were off due to the weather.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 23rd/24th FEBRUARY

With several of the Annan 1st XV, along with some Colts getting some much needed match practice last Saturday against Langholm’s second string at Milntown Annan this week travel to Corstorphine to take on fourth placed Corstorphine at Union Park in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues.
Corstorphine took the honours earlier in the season at Violetbank by 20 points to 16 and have really found some form of late so will be quite a handful for their visitors. The Annan selectors have chosen the same team, which was beaten by Dunfermline in their last outing on 19th January.
1st XV squad: C. Warrick, N. Moffat, D. Irving, W. Henderson, G. Smith, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Eggleton, A. Render, K. Jones, K. Hogg, Replacements: M. Newton, M. Forbes, E. Hay.
Annan’s second string are back in league action this weekend in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues against Linlithgow 2nds at Violetbank and hope to reverse their defeat against the visitors earlier in the season.
Annan 2nd XV squad: A. Carlyle, P. Carruthers, J. Carlyle, R. Ker, G. Coupland, S. Vivers, A. Little, I. Thorburn, P. O’Donnell, C. Johnstone, C. Hay, P. Bertram, S. Tinning, Replacements: G. Hogg, N. Latimer, A. Hiddleston, R. Johnstone
Annan Ladies have a huge task on Sunday when they take on unbeaten Division 2 Champions Kirkcaldy Ladies at Violetbank in Round 2 of the SWRU Cup. Both sides met in the league in August when Annan lost 22 points to 5. Annan are still without influential scrum half Lyndsey Povall and stand off Katrona Rae who are both still injured.
Annan U18 team are hoping that they can at last play their outstanding Round 2 fixture against Greenock Wanderers at Fort Matilda.
Annan U16 squad have a training session at Violetbank from 10.30 – 12 noon
Annan’s U14 squad have a training session at Violetbank from 10.30 – noon this Sunday in preparation for their match against Stewartry on 3rd March.
Annan’s U13 squad travel to Coupar on Sunday in the next round of the National U13 Tournament at Duffus Park the home of Howe of Fife RFC. Transport leaves the clubhouse at 9.00am for a 1.30pm K.O. Players are reminded to take a packed lunch, as it is a 3-hour trip either way. Also remember to take Ł1 for the bus.
Annan Tigers are away on Sunday to Carlisle in a three-team tournament between teams from Annan, Carlisle and Kirby Lonsdale.
The SRU has issued Registration Forms for the registration of all youth players involved in matches in the 2002-03 season. A coaches meeting is being held in the Clubhouse on Tuesday 26th February at 7.30pm to discuss the implications. Any interested parties are welcome to attend.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 16th/17th FEBRUARY

All senior matches were off except a training game against Langholm which Annan won.
Annan’s U14 team had a productive match on Sunday however when they travelled to Glasgow to play Cartha Queens Park. Annan opened their account when Captain Ross Gracie crashed over to score when he drove the ball on from a well-worked ruck. Shortly after prop Jonathon Callaghan scored another try from quick ruck ball. Ben Hawthorn converted both tries.
Having gained control in the battle for forward supremacy Annan’s scrum half Ben Hawthorn and fly half Andrew Jancey were encouraged by the coaches to spin the ball wide. This they did and resulted in further tries from backs Callum Grant (1), Andrew Lax (2), Ben Hawthorn (2), and Euan Gemmell (1).
Cartha replied with a well-worked try of their own which the converted. Although well beaten the hosts never gave up. The kicking duties were shared between Ben Hawthorn (5 conversions) and Cameron Houlison (2 conversions). Final Score Cartha QP 4 Annan 39

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 16th/17th FEBRUARY

Annan’s 1st XV have been left without a game this coming International weekend as their friendly against Selkirk at Violetbank has been cancelled as Selkirk have to play a postponed Border League game. This makes the 4th week that they have been left without a game albeit the other 3 were due to the weather.
Annan 2nd XV have a friendly against Langholm 2nd XV on Saturday at Milntown with Annan 3rd XV travelling over the border to take on Carlisle 3rd XV at Warwick Road.
With team selection being made later this week would all players contact the clubhouse on 01461 204562 to find out arrangements regarding selection and travel arrangements.
Annan Ladies XV take on Royal Dick Veterinary College Ladies on Sunday in Division 2 of the SWRU leagues. This is the return match in the league with the first leg having taken place last Sunday in Edinburgh in which Annan Ladies were defeated 21 – 7 in a poor match. Annan’s points came from a try scored by Karen Jones, which was converted by Laura Brodie. Meet at Violetbank at 1.00pm
Annan U16’s are due to play their twice postponed Glasgow U16 Shield game is due to take place on Sunday against Strathaven at Whiteshawgate Park. Bus leaves Clubhouse at 10.00am with a pick up at Lockerbie at 10.15am and at Moffat at 10.30am. K.O. 2.00pm
Annan U14’s are away to Cartha Queens Park or Strathaven on Sunday and will be travelling with the U16’s.
Annan U13’s have a training session at Violetbank this Sunday which is the last training session prior to the team’s away game at Howe of Fife in the National Competetion.
Annan Tigers are training at Violetbank (weather permitting). All players please check with coaches prior to Sunday.NOTE: Would all players please bring 50p (training) and Ł1 (travelling)

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 9th/10rd FEBRUARY

For the 3rd week in a row, Annans 1st XV game is called off due to a waterlogged pitch. The 2nds game against Garnock is a classic 55-45 game - 17 tries and running rugby from all over the park....ok it wasn't the game was also postponded due to a waterlogged pitch.
Other Division 1 results:
Dunfermline P v Ross High P
Glenrothes 14 v Trinity Accies 25
Kilmarnock P v Corstorphine P
Preston Lodge 24 v Cambuslang 20
Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
The Annan Ladies lost to a very physical RDVC Ladies team 21-7.
Full Match Report - Ladies XV - to follow

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 9th/10th FEBRUARY

Annan, having not played a game for three weeks, are anxious to play their Division 1 encounter in the BT National Leagues this Saturday against Gordonians from Aberdeen. Annan were victorious in Aberdeen on 20th October at Countesswells this being their only away win this season so far. Annan, however, cannot afford to be complacent as this is a match that the home side must win and the visitors, whilst favourites for relegation are a young side and have nothing to lose and will want to have something to show for undertaking their longest journey of the season.
Annan have the services of Barry Graham who returns from injury to take up his scrum half spot with Keith Hogg returning to fullback and Kevin Jones returning to the wing berth. Jack Tinning returns at prop with Darren Irving on the bench.
Annan 1st XV squad: C. Warrick, N. Moffat, J. Tinning, G. Smith, W. Henderson, S. Clanachan, R. Currie, A. Renwick, B. Graham, N. Smith, K. Jones, S. Williamson, A. Render, A. Eggleton, K. Hogg. Replacements: P. Minto, D. Irving, C. McCann
Meet at Violetbank at 1.45pm - K.O. 3.00pm
Annan second string travel to Glengarnock to take on Garnock who are positioned mid-table in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues. Annan are without the experience of Gordon Carmichael and Dougie Thomson who are unavailable but several Colts, who are without a game this Saturday, are included in the squad.
Annan 2nd XV Squad: A. Carlyle, P. Carruthers, M. Forbes, G. Coupland, S. Vivers, P. O’Donnell, S. Livingston, I. Thorburn, C. Rodger, C. Johnstone, P. Bertram, E. Hay, A. Rae, C. Hay, A. O’Donnell. Replacements: J. Gilmour, K. Nelson, S. Tinning, M. Carpenter
Meet at Clubhouse at 11.45am - K.O. 3.00pm
Annan U16’s have a friendly away to Ayr on Sunday. Meet at Clubhouse 9.30am (Early K.O.)
Annan U13/14s are away to Hillhead Jordanhill on Sunday. Meet at Clubhouse at 10.00am - Would players please remember to bring a Ł1 for the bus.
Annan Tigers have training at the Everholm on Sunday. All players please remember to bring 50p.
Annan Ladies return to league action on Sunday with an away fixture in Division 2 of the SWRU Leagues in Edinburgh against Royal Dick Vet Ladies at Peffermill Playing Fields
Annan Ladies Squad: as selected. Meet as arranged at Clubhouse. K.O. 2.00pm
In the second round of the SWRU Cup Annan have drawn Division 2 league leaders Kirkcaldy at home. The fixture is due to be played at Violetbank on Sunday 24th February.
All arrangements for the weekend are dependant on weather conditions therefore would all players please contact the Clubhouse (01461 204562) to find out the current situation.
In the case of Youth Players would they call either their respective coaches or Steve Jancey (01461 338166)

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 2nd/3rd FEBRUARY

All games are off due to unplayable pitches. Oh well.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 2nd/3rd FEBRUARY

Although Annan did not get their trip to East Lothian last Saturday with their league game against Ross High postponed due to a waterlogged pitch they will, hopefully, get their chance of enjoying East Lothian hospitality this weekend with a trip to Prestonpans to take on Preston Lodge in Division 1 of the BT National leagues on Sunday. This is the re-arranged match against fourth placed Preston Lodge, which fell victim to a frozen pitch on 5th January. Preston Lodge have found some form of late and this will be a difficult game for Annan especially if their poor away form continues. With lock Michael Newton still injured Billy Henderson fills the No 4 spot and Keith Hogg continues at scrum half with Barry Graham still recovering from his leg injury. On the plus side influential wing forward Bob Currie returns at open side from injury.
Annan 1st XV squad: D. Irving, C. Moffat, C. Warrick, W. Henderson, G. Smith, P. Minto, R. Currie, A. Renwick, K. Hogg, N. Smith, E. Hay, A. Render (C), S. Williamson, A. Eggleton, K. Jones. Replacements: P. Carruthers, S. Clanachan, M. Forbes
Meet at clubhouse 11.00am - K.O. 3.00pm
With Annan 2nds’ league game against Strathendrick a victim of the weather last Saturday Annan are anxious for their second string to get some match practice this coming weekend and have arranged a match against Hawick Harlequin 2nds at Violetbank with a 1.30pm K.O. to allow the players to enjoy the Calcutta Cup match which is starting at 4.0pm.
Annan 2nd XV squad: J. Gilmour, A. Carlyle, J. Carlyle, G. Coupland, G. Hogg, P. O’Donnell, I. Thorburn, S. Vivers, G. Carmichael, C. Johnstone, R. Johnstone, A. Little, A. O’Donnell, C. Hay, S. Tinning.Replacements: R. Ker, S. Wylie.

Meet at Violetbank at 12.30pm - K.O. 1.30pm
With Annan Colts’s opponents in the 2nd Round of the Glasgow U18 Cup still to play the U18 team are left without a fixture this weekend.
Annan’s U16’s are in a similar situation with regard to their Glasgow U16 Plate Competition as the U18s but have managed to arrange a friendly against Ayr at Millbrae on Sunday.
Annan U13/14’s have a games against Dumfries & Ayr at Dumfries on Sunday.
Annan Tigers have training on Sunday at the Everholm from 10.30 –12 noon

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY 26th JANUARY

All games are off due to unplayable pitches.
Other Division 1 results:
Corstorphine P v Preston Lodge P
Gordonians P v Kilmarnock P
Cambuslang P v Glenrothes
Trinity Accies 7 v Dunfermline 35

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 26th JANUARY

After last Saturday’s match against league leaders Dunfermline Annan are off again up the M74 to take on promotion contenders Ross High in Tranent in their latest league match in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Annan secured a hard won victory over Ross High at Violetbank in October, and after last Saturday’s poor display at McKane Park are keen to make amends.
There have been some changes made to the squad due to injuries with scrum half Barry Graham out and wing forward Bob Currie still sidelined. Keith Hogg has been drafted into the scrum half spot with Kevin Jones moved to cover the full back slot. There have also been some selectorial changes with prop Murray Forbes promoted from the 2nd XV , Paul Minto to wing forward and Euan Hay onto the wing.
Nothing much else to say about this game just now apart from check out this link - the Ross High support seem confident of a win. And who is Tea Cosy Head? I have my suspisions.
Annan 1st XV squad: D. Irving, N. Moffat, M. Forbes, W. Henderson, G. Smith, S. Clanachan, P. Minto, A. Renwick, K. Hogg, N. Smith, E. Hay, S. Williamson, A. Render, A. Eggleton, K. Jones. Replacements: C. Warrick, P. Carruthers, G. Coupland
Meet at Clubhouse: 11.00am K.O. 2.30pm
Annan’s second string has a home match against fellow league strugglers Strathendrick in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues at Violetbank on Saturday. Their squad is strengthened this week by the return of wing forward Dougie Thomson and scrum half Gordon Carmichael both of whom are making their first appearances of the season.
Annan 2nd XV squad: J. Gilmour, P. O’Donnell, A. Carlyle, R. Ker, D. Thomson, S. Vivers, A. Little, I. Thorburn, G. Carmichael, C. Johnstone, C. Hay, A. Graham, A. O’Donnell, P. Bertram, S. Tinning. Replacements: G. Hogg, R. Johnstone, C. Byres, S. Wyllie, N. Latimer.
Meet at Violetbank at 1.15pm K.O. 2.30pm
Annan Colts are hoping that they can get their Round 2 match against Greenock Wanderers this Saturday after last weeks’ postponement due to a waterlogged pitch. Annan are hopeful of being near full strength after several players being unavailable last week.

Annan Colts XV Squad: as selected
Meet as arranged. K.O. 2.30pm
After last Sunday’s fine victory in Round 1 of the SWRU Cup it is back to league action this Sunday with an away fixture to Melrose Ladies at the Greenyards. Annan will be without scrum half Lyndsey Povall, stand off Katriona Rae and centre Katie Robison who are all injured.
Annan Ladies squad: as selected.
Meet as arranged. K.O. 2.00pm

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 19/20th JANUARY

The Annan 1st XV were beaten 27-0 by current league leaders Dunfermline. Annan had high hopes of getting something from this game but were 13-0 down after 5 minutes! Poor tackling by the Annan backs led to Dunfermlines 1st try. This converted try, coupled with 2 penalties meant Annan had a mountain to climb. A 2nd Dunfermline try was a well worked backs move. Half-time Dunfermline 20-0.
Annan started the 2nd half a bit more brightly but a very dubious 3rd converted try put Annan 27-0 down. Dubious in the sense that the Dunfermline 'try' scorer was tackled 3 feet short of the try line, a double movement and he was still short, so a triple movement gave him the try! All in all a very poor display by Annan against a very poor Dunfermline team who really only had one tactic which was to chip the ball over the Annan defence at ever stage of the game. They won though so its just sour grapes from me!!
I must thank though the Dunfermline linesman who made my day so much better by being a startling example of a man who knows his stuff. His witty put downs and banter made my day a bit more enjoyable. Cheers mate you really are a credit to your club. No you really are. No really.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the game
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Other Division 1 results:
Kilmarnock P v Ross High P
Preston Lodge 70 v Gordonians 12
Glenrothes 10 v Corstorphine 24
Trinity Accies 20 v Cambuslang 5

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
Annan’s second string lost a friendly to Penrith 23-17. A good advert for running rugby I heard
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
The Annan Ladies were the pride of Annan this weekend as they thrashed a Division 4 Select side 59-0 in the 1st round of the Womens Cup. Annan had a weakended team due to a number of players being out through injury but were superior in every area of the game. Annan ran in 9 tries to book their place into the next round of the Cup.
Brief Match Report - Ladies XV
Leading Point Scorers - Ladies XV
The under 16's and Colts games were postponded.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 19/20TH JANUARY 2002

Annan travel to Dunfermline on Saturday to take on the leaders in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Dunfermline, who beat Annan convincingly at Violetbank at the end of September, have stumbled of late with two consecutive league defeats, albeit both away from home. Annan, on the other hand, have had three consecutive wins in the league, all at home. Whilst the odds must favour the home team on Saturday Annan may just be capable of perhaps pulling off a shock result. Annan field the same team that beat Kilmarnock with Neil Moffat retaining the hookers position.
Annan 1st XV squad: C. Warrick, N. Moffat, D. Irvine, W. Henderson, G. Smith, S. Clannachan, R. Currie, A. Renwick, B. Graham, N. Smith, K. Jones, S. Williamson, A. Render, A. Eggleton, K. Hogg. Replacements: J. Tinning, A. Rae, S. Livingston
Meet at Clubhouse: 10.30am; K.O. 2.00pm
Annan’s 2nd XV have a break from league rugby with friendly on Saturday against Penrith’s 2nd XV on Saturday at Violetbank.
Annan 2nd XV squad: M. Forbes, P. Carruthers, J. Gilmour, G. Coupland, G. Hogg, A. Carlyle, P. O’Donnell, I. Thorburn, D. Muir, C. Johnstone, A. O’Donnell, E. Hay, A. Little, P. Bertram, C. Hay. Replacements: N. MacGregor, R. Ker, R. Johnstone, S. Vivers
Meet at Violetbank at 1.15pm; K.O. 2.00pm
Both Annan Colts and U16s have Glasgow Cup and Shield fixtures at the weekend but at the time of writing the opposition is not known. All players please contact their respective coaches for information.
Annan Ladies feature in Round 1 of the SWRU Cup on Sunday against a Division 4 select. The tie is due to be played in Edinburgh probably at Edinburgh University’s Peffermill Playing Fields.
Annan Ladies Squad: as selected
Meet as arranged; K.O. 2.00pm

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 12/13th JANUARY

The Annan 1sts beat Kilmarnock Falcons 17-6 in their latest division 1 game. In a close game the Annan try comes from Kevin Jones with Baz Smith kicking 4 penalties. Annan now look semi-safe from relegation and if they can string a few results like this together they may grab that 2nd promotion spot. Screw the fact we have 5 games away from home. Annan now face league leaders Dunfermline next week...away.....
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Other Division 1 results:
Ross High 11 v Preston Lodge 9
Cambuslang 10 v Dunfermline 7
Corstorphine 41 v Trinity Accies 3
Gordonians 0 v 22 Glenrothes
Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
Annan’s second string also secured the points in a close win over Irvine in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Leading Point Scorers - 2nd XV
Annan Colts, progressed to the next round of the Glasgow U18 Cup without kicking a ball as Loch Lomond were unable to raise a team but they did manage to arrange a friendly against Kelso Harlequins which they lost
Brief Match Report - Colt XV
Annan’s U16’s traveled to East Kilbride on Sunday in Round 2 of the Glasgow U16 Cup and in a rousing first half display scored 4 tries and a conversion to lead 22-7 at half time. The Annan scores came from Michael Griffen (2 tries), Duncan Fisher (try), Duncan Smith (try) and Tom Hodgson (conversion).
In the second half the home side fought back to take the full time score to 22 points all and the tie went into extra time with the first team to score declared the winner. Unfortunately for the plucky Annan side it was the home side who scored the vital try and Annan now must look forward to a run in the Shield Competition.
Annan Ladies won a closely fought game at Violetbank on Sunday in Division 2 of the SWRU leagues against third placed Strathmore. Despite losing the try count by 4 tries to 3 it was the kicking of scrum half Lindsey Povall, which won the day with a 100% record. Laura Brodie, Katie Robson and Catrona Rae scored the Annan tries
Full Match Report - Ladies XV
Leading Point Scorers - Ladies XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 12th JANUARY 2002

After last Saturday's Division 1 game in the BT National Leagues against Preston Lodge falling foul of the weather Annan are keen to get back into action this Saturday. Kilmarnock are the visitors to Violetbank and Annan are keen to avenge their defeat by Kilmarnock at Bellsland in September when they were beaten 28 - 12.
Annan are without lock Michael Newton who has an ankle injury and centre Michael Anderson who still is out of contention with a groin injury. On the plus side for the Annan side are the return from injury of wing forward Bob Currie and No 8 Stuart Clannachan. Colt Andrew Eggleton also makes his first start for the senior side on the wing.
Annan 1st XV squad: C. Warrick, P. Carruthers, D. Irving, W. Henderson, G. Smith, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Eggleton, S. Williamson, A. Render, K. Jones, K. Hogg Replacements: J. Tinning, N. Moffat, E. Hay.
Meet at Violetbank at 12.30pm - K.O. 2.00pm
Annan's second string return to league action in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues and hope to return to their winning ways after five weeks of inaction when they take on Irvine at Violetbank.
Annan 2nd XV squad: from J. Gilmour, A. Carlyle, M. Forbes, G. Coupland, G. Hogg, A. Little, C. Byres, I. Thorburn, A. Hiddleston, D. Muir, P. Bertram, A. Graham, G. Lynch, B. Hay, C. Hay, I. Blair, N. Chalmers, C. Johnstone, R. Ker, N. MacGregor, A. O'Donnell, P. O'Donnell, R. Copland.
Meet at Violetbank at 12.30pm - K.O. 2.00pm
With last Saturday's fixture in Round 1 of the Glasgow U18 Cup postponed due to a frozen pitch Annan Colts are hopeful of the game taking place this Saturday at Dumbarton against Loch Lomond Colts at Dumbarton.
Colts XV Squad: as selected
Meet: as arranged - K.O. 2.00pm
Annan ladies XV return to league action on Sunday at Violetbank with a fixture against Strathmore Ladies who are sitting 3rd in the league. This is Annan Ladies first match since 9th December when the beat Duns 53-3.
Team: as selected
Meet at Violetbank at 12.45pm - K.O. 2.00pm
Annan's U16 team are also on Cup duty this weekend when they travel to East Kilbride on Sunday in the first round of the Glasgow & District U16 Cup.
Annan U14/U13 and Tigers have training sessions on Sunday at 10.30a to 12 noon.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 5th JANUARY 2002

Annans 1st XV game has been postponded due to a frozen pitch. The 2nds game at home to Aspatria has been cancelled due to Violetbank being frozen. The only game left on Saturday will be the Colts against Loch Lomond. This however will have to survive a pitch inspection on Saturday morning.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 5th JANUARY 2002

Annan return to Division 1 action in the BT National Leagues with an away trip to Pennypit Park Prestonpans to take on third placed Preston Lodge on Saturday. Although Annan beat Preston Lodge at Violetbank in September PL have recently found their form and will prove difficult opponents for Annan. At the time of writing no team selection has been made but the selectors are hoping that the injuries picked up by Niall Smith and Paul Carruthers on Saturday at Stewartry are minor. They are also hopeful of Stuart Clanachan and Bob Currie being fit after their injuries.
Annan 2nd XV are at Violetbank on Saturday against Cumbrian’s Aspatria 2nds in a friendly.
Annan Colts travel to Dumbarton on Saturday to play Loch Lomond Colts in the 1st Round of the Glasgow Cup. After the festive layoff it is hoped that a banana skin is not lying in wait and a positive attitude and a good workrate will be essential to see Annan through to the second round.
All of Annan’s youth teams i.e. U16s, U14s, U13’s and Annan Tigers are all training on Sunday at Violetbank.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 29th DECEMBER

With the 2nds game being called off with only one pitch at Stewartry escaping the frost, the Annan 1st lost to Stewartry 19-7 in the annual Chisholm Cup. More information when known.
Full Match Report - 1st XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 29th DECEMBER

Annan 1sts take on Stewartry on Saturday in the Annual Chisholm Cup. Annan are the current holders after beating Stewarty (bet you guessed that bit!!) 2 years ago. The Cup was not played last year as the game was called off. The 2nds are also taking on Stewartry. Both games are in Stewartry.

ANNAN GET 3 REPRESENTATIVES IN THE GLASGOW UNDER 18 SQUAD
WEDNESDAY 19th DECEMBER

It is very pleasing for the Annan Club that the Club has 3 players chosen for the Glasgow Pathway Development squads. It is a great credit to Michael Carpenter, Chris Crichton and Stewart Livingstone who have worked so hard this year and an honour for Annan Rugby Club, Annan Academy and Lockerbie Academy to be represented in this way.
Photo of the guys

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 15th DECEMBER

Annan 1st XV get a great result against 2nd bottom team Glenrothes, winning 23-6. Annan scores 3 tries through Andy Renwick, Darren Irving and Graham Smith, to in the end, run out easy winners but Annan were made to fight all the way against a plucky Glenrothes side. Annan can now look forward to a more relaxing X-mas!
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the game
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Other Division 1 results:
Corstorphine RFC 10 v Dunfermline RFC 5
Gordonians RFC 7 Cambuslang RFC 31
Kilmarnock Falcons RFC 23 Preston Lodge FP RFC 16
Ross High RFC 55 Trinity Academicals RFC 10

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
The Annan 2nds game was cancelled
Annan Colts had a disappointing outing to Castle Douglas on Saturday in the Super 10’s tournament with a win over hosts Stewartry and defeats by Kilmarnock and Ardrossan. Annan were without Craig McCann (1stXV), Alan Rae (1st XV), Stewart Livingston (1st XV and Glasgow U18 squad), Chris Crichton (Glasgow U18 squad) and Michael Carpenter (Glasgow U18 squad).
David Graham scored some excellent tries but David Wyllie has to be the pick of the day with fine performances in all three games. Scott McCann and David Copeland made their debuts at this level and showed great potential and played well.

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 15th DECEMBER

Annan are back into league action this Saturday with the start of the second half of the league season and sees the visit of Glenrothes to Violetbank. This is another must win situation for Annan if they are to continue to put some clear water between themselves and the bottom two clubs of which one is their visitors and the other Gordonians. Glenrothes won the away fixture in the opening game of the season 13 –10 in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues.
Annan are still without the services of influential back rower Bob Currie but Stuart Clanachan is on the bench after his cheekbone injury.
Annan 1st XV Squad:
C. Warrick, P. Carruthers, D. Irving, M. Newton, B. Henderson, A. Renwick, N. Moffat, G. Smith, B. Graham, N. Smith, P. Minto, S. Williamson, K. Jones, E. Hay, K. Hogg.
Replacements: J. Tinning, A. Rae, S. Livingstone, S. Clanachan
Meet at Violetbank at 12.45pm - K.O. 2.00pm
Annan 2nds travel to Workington to take on Workington 2nd in a friendly on Saturday.
Annan 2nd XV squad: from M. Forbes, S. Wyllie, J. Gilmour, R. Fulton, N. MacGregor, G. Coupland, G. Hogg, S. Vivers, A. Little, D. Muir, S. Earl, C. Hay, A. O’Donnell, N. Chalmers, R. Copland, M. Carpenter, K. Hogg, C. Johnstone, K. Carter.
Annan U16’s have training sessions on 16th and 30th December in preparation for their Cup game on 6th January. Training starts at 10.30am at Violetbank. All players are urged to attend
Annan Minis and U13/14s are away to Aspatria RUFC on Sunday. Transport leaves Clubhouse at 9.30am with pick up at Gretna at 9.45am.
Would all S1, S2, Under 16 and Under 18 players please note that there will be NO training at the Newington Leisure Centre on Monday 14th and 31st December and 7th January but training will recommence on Monday 14th January 2002
All S1’s please note that they are paintballing on Sunday 23rd December meeting at the Clubhouse at 10.00am.
All youth training re-commences at Violetbank after the festive layoff on Sunday 6th January 2002 at 10.30am
Under 16’S Cup Match is now on Sunday 13th January when they are drawn to play East Kilbride away in the first round.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 8/9th DECEMBER

With Annan 1sts having a training session on Saturday, the Colts game being cancelled and the 3rds game being cancelled as well. Only 2 teams were in action over the weekend
The Annan 2nds took on Upper Eden in a friendly and were soundly beaten 66-0

The Annan Ladies were the only team in league action againt Duns. Duns only turned up with 13 players and anything less than a victory would have been a shock. As it was the Ladies showed Duns no mercy and ran out easy winners 53-3
Full Match Report - Ladies XV
Photos from the game

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 8th DECEMBER

Annan 1st XV are not involved in Cup or league matches this weekend and although a friendly had been arranged against Biggar the Club coaches decided to forgo a fixture due to the ongoing injury worries and instead have a training session at Violetbank.
Training squad: C. Warrick, P. Carruthers, D. Irving, W. Henderson, M. Newton, G. Smith, A. Renwick, N. Moffat, S. Livingston, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, S. Williamson, A. Render, E. Hay, K. Jones, K. Hogg, C. Johnstone
Meet at Violetbank at 1.00pm
Annan 2nd XV have a friendly against Upper Eden away.
Annan 2nd XV squad: A. Carlyle, J. Gilmour, A. Hiddleston, S. Wyllie, G. Brown, N. MacGregor, G. Hogg, S. Vivers, C. Byres, R. Ker, D. Muir, C. Hay, B. Hay, P. Bertram, Ar. Little, S. Tinning, A. O’Donnell, R. Copland, N. Chalmers, I. Blair, Al. Little
Meet at Clubhouse at 11.30am
Annan Colts entertain Ardrossan and Stewartry at Violetbank on Saturday in the Super 10’s competition.
Meet at Violetbank at 12.45 for a 2.00pm K.O.
The Annan Club would like to congratulate the nine members of the Colts squad who have been chosen for the Dumfries & Galloway Under 18 squad for games to be played in February including one in Belfast.
The players are A. Eggleton, C. McCann, J. Nelson, K. Nelson, C. Rodger, D. Wyllie, C. Moffat, S. Livingstone and K. Earl.
Annan Ladies are the only team involved in league rugby this coming weekend with a home game against Duns at Violetbank with a 2.00pm K.O.
Annan Under 15s are at home to Wigtownshire Under 15s at the Everholm on Sunday. Meet at the Everholm at 12.45pm for a 2.00pm K.O.
Annan Under 13s are training at Violetbank on Sunday. Any Under 14 players are invited to attend. Training from 10.30am – 12.00 noon.
All Youth Players Please Note - Training sessions are being held at the Newington Leisure Centre on Monday nights:
Under 13/14s from 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Under 16s and Colts from 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Annan Tigers are training at Violetbank on Sunday. Training from 10,30am – 12.00 noon

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER

The Annan 1st XV get a vital victory over Trinity Accies 10-3. In dreadful conditions Annan got the victory scoring 2 tries, 1 in either half. The Annan tries came from Andy Renwick and Andy Render. It gives Annan a vital 4 points.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the game
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Other Division 1 results:
Gordonians 7 v Corstorphine 46
Ross High 33 v Cambuslang 11
Kilmarnock 13 v Glenrothes 10
Preston Lodge 30 v Dunfermline 7

Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
The Annan 2nds were hammered by Jed-Forest 2nds 103-3
Decided it would be best if there was no match report - we'll leave it to your imagination.
The Annan Colts beat Dumfries Colts 12-5 in their friendly match
Brief Match Report - Colt XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER

Annan return to league duty this Saturday when they entertain Trinity Accies in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues at Violetbank. This is the final match of the first half of Annan's league season and with two league defeats in a row a win is vital for the clubs survival in this Division. The squad is without influential flanker Bob Currie and winger Michael Anderson who are both injured and with Stuart Clannachan doubtful after an injury at training the clubs resources are seriously stretched. With Bob Currie injured the back row has been re-jigged with Stuart Clanachan, if passed fit, taking over the No 6 berth in lieu of No 8 with Graham Smith taking over the No 8 position.
Annan Squad: C. Warrick, P. Carruthers, D. Irving, M. Newton, B. Henderson, S. Clannachan, A. Renwick, G. Smith, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Render, S. Williamson, K. Jones, E. Hay, K. Hogg. Replacements: J. Tinning, N. Moffat, P. Minto
The revitalised 2nd XV have a tough away fixture in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues against runaway league leaders Jedforest at Riverside Park. With the return of Neil MacGregor and Ian Thorburn to the second team fold it is hoped that the team can put up an improved performance against the Borderers after their heavy defeat by them earlier in the season.
2nd XV Squad: from A. Carlyle, S. Wyllie, M. Forbes, N. MacGregor, S. Vivers, C. Byres, A.Little, I. Thorburn, D. Muir, N. Latimer, C. Johnstone, B. Hay, A. O'Donnell, C. Hay, S. Tinning, G.Coupland, G. Hogg, J. Vcarlyle, G. Brown, B. Copland, G. Lynch, N. Chalmers, R. Johnstone.
Annan Ladies resume their league campaign in Division 2 with an away trip to Kirkcaldy where they hope to avenge their home defeat earlier in the season.
Annan Colts are at Dumfries for a friendly on Saturday.
Annan Under 16's are away to Hillhead Jordanhill on Sunday in the Glasgow Under 16 league. This fixture has been re-arranged and should have been played earlier in the season on 5th September.
Annan Under 14's/13's have a training session and Super 10s at Violetbank on Sunday at Violetbank starting at 10.30am.
Annan Tigers are away to Glasgow Southern on Sunday. Meet at Clubhouse at 9.30am with pick ups at Lockerbie at 9.45am and Moffat at 10.00am.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 24th NOVEMBER

Well, this should say the Annan team in action as the only game to take place this weekend was the Annan 2nds v Dumfries 1sts. After falling behind to an early Dumfries try, Annan 2nds come good and run riot to win 55-14.
Brief Match Report - 2nd XV

The 1sts game against Wigton was cancelled when Wigton couldn't raise a team. Annan were going to call off anyway as most of the 1st team had tickets for the Scotland v New Zealand game. That Townsend is SUCH a good player. No he really is. No really.
The Annan 3rds managed to raise a team for the first time in 2 months - but Carlisle called off. Such is the cruel mistress that is 3rd XV rugby.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 17th NOVEMBER

Annan 1st XV are beaten 25-15 by 2nd division Livingston in the 1st round of the BT Cellnet Shield. Annans Murrayfield dream is over for another year.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Annans 2nd XV game against Trinity Accies is postponded when Trinity Accies failed to turn up. The Annan team turned up at Violetbank and waited and waited and waited but Trinity Accies failed to show. A few phone-calls to the Trinity officials only gleaned the information that as far as they were aware a team was on its way.
Annan colts are beaten by Cambuslang 40-5

Photos from the game

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 17th NOVEMBER

After last Sunday's disappointing performance at Cambuslang in the league Annan are on the road again this Saturday with a Round 1 BT Shield tie against old rivals Livingston at Almond Park. Annan and Livingston have had some ding-dong battles in the past in the league. Livingston were relegated to Division 2 of the BT National leagues last season but are sitting in the top half of the league at the moment so a hard tussle is envisaged.
The Annan team shows three changes, one positional, to the team which slumped to defeat against Cambuslang with Neil Moffat taking over the hooking role from Captain Andy Render who moves back to the wing spot in place of Alan Rae who returns to the Colts and Michael Newton returns to lock forward in place of Billy Henderson.
Annan 1st XV Squad: C. Warrick, N. Moffat, D. Irving, G. Smith, M. Newton, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clannachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, E. Hay, S. Williamson, K. Jones, A. Render, K. Hogg. Replacements: M. Forbes, G. Lynch, M. Carpenter
Annan's second string continue their league campaign on Saturday with a home game at Violetbank in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues at Violetbank against Trinity Accies. They hope to continue their winning run with another victory having won their last two league games. Their squad is strengthened this week with the return to Annan of hooker Paul Carruthers from his antipodean adventures.
Annan 2nd XV Squad: A. Carlyle, P. Carruthers, A. Hiddleston, W. Henderson, G. Hogg, C. Johnstone, A. Little, R. Ker, D. Muir, C. (Johnny) Johnstone, C. Hay, A. Graham, B. Hay, S. Tinning, A.N. Other Replacements: C. Byres, S. Vivers, P. Bertram, A. O'Donnel, R. Johnstone, N. Chalmers, R. Copland.
Annan Colts take on Division 1 leaders in the Glasgow & District Under 18 leagues Cambuslang Colts on Saturday at Violetbank in a re-arranged match. With the colts beginning to live up to their potential this could be a cracker of a match.
Annan U16s are at home at Violetbank on Sunday in a league match against Ayr U16s.
The Under 13/14 squad has training at Violetbank on Sunday starting at 10.30am.
Annan minis are away to Dumfries on Sunday.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 10/11th NOVEMBER

Annan 1st XV suffer another league defeat, this time going down at the hands of Cambuslang 27-13. Annan were 20-6 point down at half-time and playing their worst rugby of the season so far. Annan improved in the second half and got a try through Bob Currie but it was all far too little far too late. Nial Smith kicked the other points with 1 conversion and 2 penalties.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Other Division 1 results:
Glenrothes 28 v Preston Lodge 18
Corstorphine 33 v Ross High 13
Dunfermline 103 v Gordonians 5
Trinity Accies 27 v Kilmarnock 21
Latest Division 1 Table - 1st XV
The seconds overcame Greenock Wanderers 20-18. The Wanderers were top of the league so it was a good result for the Annan team. The Annan points came from Jack Tinning (T), Michael Newton(T), Craig Johnstone(T), Neil Latimer(1C),Ross Johnstone(1P)
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Leading Point Scorers - 2nd XV
The Annan Colt drew 13-13 with Dalziel Colts
Full Match Report - Colt XV
Photos from the game

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY 10/11TH NOVEMBER

With Scotland playing Tonga on Saturday all BT National League games are being played on Sunday with Annan travelling to Coats Park to take on Cambuslang in Division 1. Annan’s last visit to Coats Park has happy memories for the Annan club when in 1998 in the last game of the season they were presented with the Division 2 Trophy before beating their hosts. Since then Cambuslang have recruited several new players and last season were promoted from Division 2 and are currently sitting 5th in the league so a tough encounter is anticipated.
The only change to the Annan team from the one beaten by East Kilbride in Round 3 of the Cup last Saturday is on the right wing where Euan Hay comes in for the injured Michael Anderson.
Annan Squad: C. Warrick, A. Render, D. Irving, W. Henderson, G. Smith, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Rae, S. Williamson, K. Jones, E. Hay, K. Hogg. Replacements: M. Newton, N. Moffat, A. Carlyle. Match Reps: I. Gilmour, D. Barty
Annan Colts have another tough encounter on Saturday when they entertain Dalziel Colts at Violetbank in Division 1 of the Glasgow & District Under 18 leagues The coaches hope that with one or two players returning to full fitness and form and with the return of Alan Rae to strengthen the back division they are hopeful of getting a result.
With, hopefully, several players returning from injury and unavailability, Annan are hopeful of fielding a slightly stronger team than of late in this vital home match in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues on Saturday at Violetbank.
Annan Squad: from A. Carlyle, N. Moffat, J. Tinning, J. Carlyle, G. Coupland, A. Hiddleston, G. Hogg, M. Newton, C. Byres, A. Little, R. Ker, C. Johnstone, J. Tweedie, C. Hay, S. Vivers, D. Muir, C. Johnstone (Johnny), R. Johnstone, B. Hay, G. Carmichael, A. Graham, P. Bertram, G. Lynch, N. Latimer, R. Copland, S. Tinning, A. O’Donnell, N. Chalmers.
Annan U16s play Ardrossan U16’s away at Memorial Field on Sunday. Bus leaves the Clubhouse at 10.30am picking up at Lockerbie at 10.45am and Moffat at 11.00am.
Annan U13/U14s have a training session at Violetbank on Sunday at 10.30am
Annan Tigers have home games against minis from Aspatria and Biggar at Violetbank starting at 10.30am

SRU BT CELLNET SHIELD - ROUND 1 DRAW
TUESDAY 6th NOVEMBER

Annan have been drawn against old division 1 rivals Livingston in the 1st round of the SRU BT Cellnet Shield. Livingston are currently playing in division 2 after being relegated last season but Annan know from past experiences that at Almond Park, Livingston are a hard team to beat. Game is to be played on Saturday 17th November.

SW SCOTLAND AND AYRSHIRE MIDI TOURNAMENT
SUNDAY 4th NOVEMBER

Full Match Reports from the Tournament

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 3rd NOVEMBER

Annan 1sts are beaten 24-41 by East Kilbride in the 3rd round of the BT Cellnet Cup. Annan score 4 tries but only manage 2 conversions while East Kilbride score 5 tries, convert all 5 and kick 2 penalties. Annan were down 20-0 at half time but managed to win the 2nd-half 24-21. The Annan points scorers were: G.Smith(T), A.Render(T), S.Williamson(T) and N.Smith(T, 2C). Annan now go into the BT Cellnet Shield.
The Annan colts were beaten 32-15 by Garnock colts. The 2nd XV game was postponded as Stewartry couldn't raise a team. The 3rd XV was also postponded.
Full Match Report - First XV
Photos from the game
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Full Match Report - Colt XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
FOR SATURDAY 3rd NOVEMBER

Annan RFC take a break from league rugby this weekend to take part in Round 3 of the BT Cellnet Cup against Premier 2 side East Kilbride. Annan has home advantage with a 2.00pm KO at Violetbank. Annan and East Kilbride have met a couple of times in the past in pre-season trial matches and honours are even with a home win apiece. However this will be a tough encounter for Annan against Premiership opposition especially as they are without prop Jack Tinning and lock Michael Newton who are both unavailable. Their places are taken by Darren Irving and Bill Henderson respectively.
Annan 1st XV Squad: C. Warrick, A. Render, D. Irving, G. Smith, W. Henderson, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Rae, S. Williamson, K. Jones, M. Anderson, K. Hogg. Replacements: J. Carlyle, C. Johnstone, N. Moffat. Match Reps. A. Robertson, B. Peat
Annan Colts continue their league campaign in Division 1 of the Glasgow & District Under 18 leagues with the visit of Garnock Colts to Violetbank. After last Saturdays defeat at Ayr the Annan coaches are hopeful of an improved performance with the return of Michael Griffen and David Wyllie.
Annan's second string has a break from league rugby this Saturday with a 'friendly' against local rivals Stewartry at the Everholm.
Annan 2nd XV Squad: from A. Carlyle, S. Tinning, A.N. Other, G. Coupland, G. Hogg, A. Little, R. Ker, C. Byers, K. Hogg, E. Hay, P. Bertram, B. Hay, G. Lynch, A. O'Donnell, R. Copland, I. Blair, C. Hay, N. Chalmers, J. Tweedie, K. Toal.
On Sunday the South West Scotland & Ayrshire Midi Tournament for S1 (U13) and S2 (U14) will take place at Annan starting at 12 noon. The S1 teams will be playing at the Everholm with the S2 teams playing at Violetbank.
Annan's S2 (U14) team will be playing in the same section as Ayr and Stewartry with the other section made up of teams from Garnock, Marr/Irving and Dumfries. The winners of each section to play each other in the final.
Annan's S1 (U13) team will be playing in the same section as Dumfries, Marr and Garnock. The other section in made up of teams from Ardrossan, Ayr, Stewartry and Kilmarnock. The winners of each section to play each other in the final.
The finalists in both age groups will go forward to represent the area in the National competition. The S1 (U13) team to meet at the Everholm at 11.00am and the S2 (U14) to meet at Violetbank at 11.00am. The whole operation is of course subject to an improvement in the current weather conditions, which is impossible to determine at the present time. Ring Steve Jancey on 01461 338166 from Friday evening to get the up to date position.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 27th OCTOBER

Annan 1sts are beaten by Corstorphine 20-16. Annan at least gain a bonus point for keeping it within 7 points - but I'm sure the Annan players won't be thinking about that. So Annan are beaten at home for the second time this season. Oh well only Premier 2 side East Kilbride next week in the Cup. The perfect pick-me-up. The Annan points came from Alan Rae (T) and Niall Smith (1C, 3P)
The Annan 2nds are beaten 58-5 by Linlithgow. The Annan points coming from a Bruce Hay try. The Annan Colts are hammered 43-0 by Ayr. All in all a bad day at the office for Annan
Annan Ladies XV were awarded the points when Berwick, who they had beaten at Scermeston in the first league game of the season, failed to turn up for the return match at Violetbank. The Annan squad were feeling justifiably aggrieved as they had made the long journey to Berwick and were looking forward to the return match.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the game
Latest First Division Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Latest Division Five Table - 2nd XV
Leading Point Scorers - 2nd XV
Full Match Report - Colt XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY 27th OCTOBER

Annan are at home to Corstorphine at Violetbank this Saturday in their latest Division 1 match in the BT National Leagues. Annan, after their first away victory of the season in Aberdeen are hopeful of continuing in their winning ways against their visitors from Edinburgh. Annan have played Corstorphine several times at 1st XV level over the past three seasons and on paper hold the edge having beaten them both home and away last season in the league. Corstorphine, who are one place below Annan in the league will be hoping to build on their home win over Kilmarnock Falcons last Saturday so a tough encounter is expected
Annan are virtually at full strength this week with the return, from injury, of lock Michael Newton, and wing forward Andy Renwick also available. With the return of Michael Newton Billy Henderson takes his turn on the replacement bench along with prop Jack Tinning and winger/centre Euan Hay.
Annan 1st XV squad: C. Warrick, A. Render, M. Forbes, M. Newton, G. Smith, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Rae, S. Williamson, K. Jones, M. Anderson, K. Hogg Jn. Replacements: W. Henderson, J. Tinning, E. Hay
Annan’s second string hope to build on last weeks’ success with an away win at Linlithgow in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues.
2nd XV squad: D. Irving, S. Wyllie, J. Carlyle, G. Hogg, G. Coupland, C. Byres, N. Moffat, A. Carlyle, K. Hogg Sn., C. Johnstone, C. Inglis, B. Hay, A. Graham, P. Bertram, R. Johnstone, N. Chalmers, A. Hiddleston, J. Tweedie, R. Copland, S. Tinning.
Annan’s Under 18 squad travel to Ayr in their latest match in Division 1 of the Glasgow Under 18 leagues on Saturday. The Annan coaches are hopeful that all of their squad will be available for what will be a stern challenge for the Colts at Millbrae.
Annan Ladies XV start the second half of their league campaign on Sunday with their return match against Berwick Ladies at Violetbank and are hopeful of victory having won the away fixture in August.
Congratulations are due to Liam Ogilvey and Michael Griffen, two of Annan’s Under 16 team, who have been selected for the Glasgow & District Under 16 squad.
This Sunday Annan’s Under 16 squad are involved in the SRU Pathway scheme
Under 13 and Under 14 squads are away to Whitecraigs.
Annan Tigers are away to Stewartry leaving the Clubhouse at 10.00am with return at approximately 2.30pm. Please remember Ł1.00 for bus and any outstanding memberships to be paid.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 20TH OCTOBER

The Annan first XV get their 1st away league win on the season in an 18-3 win over Gordonians. In a wind swept and rainy game, Annan dominated from start to finish and only poor handling stopped Annan from scoring more tries. In the end Annan had to settle for 3 tries and only just missed out on a bonus point for scoring 4 (don't mention this to Michael Anderson!!!!)
The seconds won their first league game of the season with an impressive 16-10 over previously unbeaten Garnock but did they get the league points?
The 3rd XV game was postponded again and it looks like Annan may have to pull out of the league.
The Annan Colts were beaten in a friendly 32-0 by old rivals Hawick PSA
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Latest First Division Table - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Latest Division Five Table - 2nd XV
Leading Point Scorers - 2nd XV
Full Match Report - Colt XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY 20th OCTOBER

Annan are back to league business this weekend in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues with a trip to Countesswells in Aberdeen to take on Gordonians who are sitting second bottom in the league. Gordonians are an unknown quantity for Annan as the teams have never met before at 1st XV level. The Annan squad shows no changes to the side which beat Hawick Harlequins on Saturday. But with a couple of players having to pass a fitness test before Saturday the selectors have selected an 18 man squad.
Annan Squad: from C. Warrick, A. Render, M. Forbes, M. Newton, G. Smith, W. Henderson, A. Renwick, S. Clanachan, R. Currie, B. Graham, N. Smith, S. Williamson, K. Jones, M. Anderson, K. Hogg, A. Rae, D. Irving, E. Hay
Annan’s second string entertain Garnock 2nds at Violetbank in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues and are looking to open their account in the league after 3 successive defeats.
Annan 2nd XV Squad: from A. Carlyle, N. Moffat, J. Carlyle, G. Hogg, G. Coupland, A. Little, S. Wyllie, C. Byres, C. Johnstone, J. Tweedie, C. Inglis, G. Lynch, C. Johnstone, B. Hay, C. Hay, P. Bertram, I. Blair, R. Copland, N. Chalmers, K. Hogg.
This week Annan Colts have a break from league duty and welcome to Violetbank their friends from Hawick PSA. Old habits die hard as this game is viewed by the coaches as the bench mark of the teams’ progress. On past evidence this should be a cracker of a fixture to watch.
Annan U16s are away to Dumfries this Sunday departing the Clubhouse at 10.15am for a 11.30am K.O.
Annan U13/14s and Annan Tigers have training sessions at Violetbank starting at 10.30 till 12.00pm.
There will be a meeting of all interested parties in the Clubhouse after training at 12.30pm to discuss the arrangements for the SRU Youth tournament to be held at Violetbank and the Everholm on the 4th November. All welcome.

BT CELLNET CUP 3RD ROUND DRAW
TUESDAY 16TH OCTOBER

The 3rd round of the BT Cellnet Cup has drawn Annan against Premier 2 side, East Kilbride. The amazing thing is that Annan have a home tie!!! - its not often we get these in the Cup, and with East Kilbride struggling an upset could be on the cards. But I'm sure East Kilbride will have something to say about that. Game is being played on Saturday the 3rd November 2001. More news closer to the time

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 13/14TH OCTOBER

Annan beat Hawick Quins in the BT Cellnet cup......but only just. Leading 19-9 at half-time, Annan let a determined Quins side back into the game but Annan hold on the win 27-26 and are in the draw for the 3rd round of the Cup. Lets hope Annan get a home tie!!!!
For the record the Annan points were scored by: Michael Anderson(T), Colin Warwick(T), Neil Smith(T,2C,1P) and Andy Renwick(T)
Annan 2nds are thrashed again 66-0. Then 3rds could not raise a team and the Annan Colts won 10-6.
The Annan Ladies are beaten 27-0 by Lismore Ladies. In a game in which Annan dominated the possesion and were hardly ever out of the Lismore half, Annan could not convert any of their many chances into point. Unlike Lismore who managed to convert nearly every time they got the ball - which wasn't often but enough!!
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos from the game
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Leading Point Scorers - 2nd XV
Leading Point Scorers - Ladies XV
Latest League Table - Ladies XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY 13th OCTOBER

This weekend sees Annan having a break from league rugby and taking part in Round 2 of the BT Cellnet Cup with Annan travelling to Hawick to take on Hawick Harlequins at Wilton Park. The Annan selectors only make one change to the team, which beat Ross High at the weekend with Euan Hay taking the wing spot with colt Alan Rae, who had a fine outing for the senior team against Ross High returning to the Colts for their league game at Greenock.
Although Annan played Hawick ‘Quins in their days in the Border District League their paths have not crossed in the intervening years so ‘Quins are a bit of an unknown quantity and therefore could prove difficult opposition for Annan who are hopeful of progressing to the third round.
Annan Team: C. Warrick, A. Render, M. Forbes, M. Newton, G. Smith, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clanachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, M. Anderson, S. Williamson, K. Jones, E. Hay, K. Hogg. Replacements: J. Tinning, W. Henderson
For any supporters who wish to travel to the game please note that the K.O. is 2.30pm. If any supporters wish to travel on the players’ bus please contact the Clubhouse on 01461-204562.
Still looking for their first league win Annan’s second string travel to Fintry to take on Strathendrick in Division 5 of the Inter City 2nd XV leagues.
Annan Team: A. Carlyle, N. Moffat, A. Hiddleston, G. Coupland, G. Hogg, S. Wyllie, S. Vivers, A. Little, C. Inglis, N. Latimer, C. Hay, D. Muir, B. Hay, P. Bertram, R. Johnstone
Replacements: S. Tinning, N. Chalmers, I. Blair, R. Copland, S. Barclay
Annan Colts travel to Fort Matilda in their latest game in Division 1 of the Glasgow Under 18 league.
Annan Ladies travel to Edinburgh on Sunday to play Lismore Ladies at Inch Park in Division 2 of the SWRU leagues.
Team: as selected
Annan U16s travel to Cartha Queens Park on Sunday. Transport leaves the Clubhouse at 11.00am with the K.O. at 2.00pm.
Annan U14s are at home on Sunday against Dumfries. Meet at Violetbank at 10.30am. for an 11.00am K.O.
Annan U13s are at home on Sunday against Cartha Queens Park. Meet at Violetbank at 1.00pm for a 2.00pm K.O.
Annan Tigers have a training session at Violetbank starting at 10.30am. All new players welcome.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 6TH OCTOBER

Annan 1sts get a great result beating league leaders and previously unbeaten Ross High at Violetbank. Andy Render scores the only try of the game - Final Score - Annan 11 v Ross High 3
Annan 2nds were beaten 62 - 14 by Irvine, Annan 3rds game was called off and the Annan Colts won 32 - 5 against Hamilton.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Latest First Division Table
Leading Point Scorers - 1st XV
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Full Match Report - Colt XV

ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY 6th OCTOBER

After last weeks comprehensive defeat by second placed Dunfermline at Violetbank in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues Annan, this Saturday, take on the league leaders Ross High from Tranent who are unbeaten, so far, in the league this season. Annan have made several changes to the team with Bob Currie hoping to make his comeback at open side flanker after injury and Niall Smith back at stand off after being concussed three weeks ago against Preston Lodge. In the forwards Murray Forbes is in at prop for Jack Tinning who is unavailable and Graham Smith in for Billy Henderson who is on the bench. In the backs colt Alan Rae, who impressed the selectors when he came on as a replacement last week, gets a run on the wing with Craig Johnstone moved from stand off to the other wing.
Annan squad: C. Warrick, A. Render, M. Forbes, M. Newton, G. Smith, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clannachan, B. Graham, N. Smith, A. Rae, S. Williamson, K. Jones, C. Johnstone, K. Hogg Relpacements: J. Gilmour, W. Henderson, M. Anderson.
Meet at Violetbank at 1.45pm K.O. 3.00pm
Annan’s second string are hoping to spring back from their heavy defeat by Jedforest 2nds last Saturday and travel to Marress looking for their first league win of the season.
Annan 2nd XV squad: J. Carlyle, N. Moffat, A. Carlyle, G. Hogg, J. Tweedie, S. Wyllie, S. Byres, C. Johnstone, C. Inglis, N. Latimer, P. Bertram, E. Hay, D. Muir, C. Hay, R. Johnstone Replacements: A. Little, S. Tinning, P. Armstrong.
Meet at Clubhouse at 11.30am
Annan’s 3rd XV have a scheduled home fixture at Newington in the Glasgow 3rd XV league against Cambuslang. Any players who wants a game please contact the Clubhouse on (01461) 204562 or 3rd XV Captain Neil Chalmers on (01461) 201635.
Meet at Newington at 2.00pm. K.O.3.00pm
After a blank Saturday last week with their scheduled game against Helensburgh postponed Annan welcome Hamilton Colts to Violetbank in their fixture in Division 1of the Glasgow Under 18 league.
Annan Colts Squad: as selected. Meet: as arranged. K.O. 3.00pm
Annan’s Under 16 team have a home game at Violetbank on Sunday against Whitecraigs with a 2.00pm kick off.
Meet at Violetbank at 1.00pm.
With Hillhead Jordanhill unable to raise teams at under 13 and 14 level Annan’s S1 and S2s are having a trial match and training session at Violetbank on Sunday from 11.30am to 1.00pm

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 29TH/SUNDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

Annan suffered their first home defeat of the season in the league when they fell to a committed and talented Dunfermline side at Violetbank, Annan’s young second string were put to the sword by an experienced Jedforest 2nd XV also at Violetbank in their league match, Annan’s Colts fixture away to Helensburgh was postponed when no referee had been appointed and Annan Ladies lost to league leaders Melrose at Violetbank on Sunday. All in all a disappointing weekend for the Annan Club.
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ANNAN TEAMS - LATEST NEWS
SATURDAY 29th SEPTEMBER

Saturday sees Annan welcome, for the first time on league business, last seasons Division 2 champions Dunfermline to Violetbank in this Division 1 encounter in the BT National Leagues. Annan have only played Dunfermline once before in last years BT Cellnet Trophy encounter at Violetbank with the visitors returning to Fife with the honours. Dunfermline are sitting second in the league after three games and are going to prove a difficult outfit to beat even with Annan having the home advantage.
The Annan team has a slightly different look about it this week with Captain Andy Render moving back to his old berth at hooker after two seasons at centre. This move has been occasioned by the injury to Paul Carruthers in last Saturdays game at Kilmarnock. With winger Kevin Jones moving into the vacant centre berth with Paul Minto taking the wing position. Flanker Bob Currie is back at openside flanker after injury but Niall Smith is still out of contention having been concussed in the Preston Lodge game with Craig Johnstone retaining the stand off berth.
Annan’s second string have a difficult fixture to their first home match in their leaguecampaign in Division 5 of the Glasgow Sports Agency Inter City 2nd XV leagues when they entertain league new comers Jedforest at Violetbank.
Annan’s 3rd XV start their league campaign in the Glasgow 3rd XV league with an away game at Ayr.
Annan Colts take on Helensburgh Colts away in their Division 1 game in the Glasgow Under 18 league.
Annan Ladies entertain Melrose Ladies on Sunday at Violetbank in their latest Division 2 game.

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 22ND/SUNDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER

The Annan First XV are beaten by Kilmarnock Falcons 28-12 in their latest Division 1 game. The seconds destroy Wigton in a friendly, the Annan Colts are beaten at home and the 3rd XV are beaten 37-0 by Upper Eden 2nd XV

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ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 15TH/SUNDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER

Annan 1st XV beat Preston Lodge 18-9 in their latest 1st Division game. After a poor first half, Annan dominate the second scoring 2 tries to nil. Annan dominated the line-out as well, gaining at least 6 against the throw. All in all a great result for Annan against a team who were pre-season favourites to gain promotion back up into the Premier divisions. The Annan try scorers were Keith Hogg and Graham Smith. Craig Johnstone got 2 penalties and 1 conversion.
The Annan 2nd XV game was called off. Annan 3rds beat Carlisle 3rds 14-5. The Annan Ladies lost to Strathmore Ladies 24-12. The Annan Colts beat Hillhead/Jordanhill 22-7
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Full Match Report - Colts XV
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BT CELLNET CUP - ROUND 2 DRAW
TUESDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER

The draw for the 2nd round of the BT Cellnet Cup has taken place and Annan have been drawn away to Hawick Harlequins. Game is to be played on Saturday 13th October. This will be a tough game for Annan against a Hawick side that is of Division 1 standard.
Other Selected Ties: Waysiders Drumpellier v Wigtownshire; Stewartry v Cumbernauld; Moray v Langholm; Dumfries v Mid Argyll or Edinburgh Northern

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 8TH/SUNDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER

Annan 1st XV progress to the second round of the BT Cellnet cup with an emphatic win over Westdyce from Aberdeen scoring 17 tries in the process, Annan’s Colts were, however, not to be outdone scoring 18 tries in their demolition of Kilmarnock Colts at Bellsland in their Division 1 match in the Glasgow Under 18 leagues. Annan’s second string went down to Wigton 2nds and a depleted Annan Ladies team were well beaten at Duns on Sunday.
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Full Match Report - Colts XV
Full Match Report - Ladies XV

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER

The start of the league season proved to be a disappointing one for the Annan Club with both teams involved in league action narrowly beaten. The 1st XV in action at Carleton Park went down to Glenrothes in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues and the Colts were beaten at a wind swept Violetbank by West of Scotland in their league opener in Division 1 of the Glasgow under 18 leagues. Annan’s young second string were well beaten by an experienced Carlisle outfit at Warrick Road.
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Full Match Report - Colts XV

ANNAN TEAMS IN ACTION
SATURDAY/SUNDAY 25TH/26TH AUGUST

Biggar beat pre-tournament favourites Aspatria to win the inaugural Violetbank 15 aside Challenge Trophy with the hosts winning the third place playoff against Penrith; Annan’s 2nd squad failed to make the final at the Moffat 10’s tournament; Annan Colts were the weekend’s stars playing in the playoffs between Lenzie and Ardrossan and gaining promotion to play in Division 1 of the Glasgow & District Under 18 Leagues and Annan Ladies suffer their first home league defeat on Sunday against Kirkcaldy.

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Full Match Report - Colts XV
Full Match Report - Ladies XV

INAUGURAL VIOLETBANK CHALLENGE TROPHY
SATURDAY 25TH AUGUST

As part of the pre-season build up the club is organising a four team 15-aside tournament at Violetbank on Saturday 25th August. The teams taking part are Annan, Biggar, Aspatria and Penrith with the Violetbank Challenge Trophy up for grabs. There will be a barbecue and bar and it is hoped that it will be an entertaining curtain raiser to the club’s league campaign, which commences the following week at Glenrothes. Gates open at 12.00 noon, with entry being Ł2.
It is hoped that the tournament will be a precursor to an enlarged structure in the coming seasons with all the local clubs involved in a cross border tournament.

ANNAN 27 v WORKINGTON 19
SATURDAY 18 AUGUST 2001

Annan 1st XV squad had a successful trial game at Violetbank running out winners in a hard test against Workington; the second string were outplayed by a more experienced Wigtownshire side; the Colts beat a useful Carlisle side at Warwick Road and the Ladies XV won their first league encounter in Division 2 away to Berwick.
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SELKIRK V ANNAN
TUESDAY 14TH AUGUST 2001

Annan travelled to Selkrik on Tuesday night for three 30 minutes err err thirds. After a slow start Annan came could in the last third. Looking good.
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ANNAN TAKE ON SELKIRK
TUESDAY 14TH AUGUST 2001

Annan’s first team squad travel up the A7 next Tuesday night 14th August to take on Selkirk in a pre-season training game at Philiphaugh. Annan is sending a squad of 24 players for what will be a severe test against the Premier 2 side.
The squad going will consist of:
C. Warrick, P. Carruthers, D. Irving, M. Newton, W. Henderson, A. Renwick, R. Currie, S. Clannachan, K. Hogg, N. Smith, K. Jones, S. Williamson, A. Eggleton, C. Johnstone, B. Graham, M. Friend, N. MacGregor, G. Smith, A. Carlyle, N. Moffat, J. Gilmour, A. Render, E. Currie.

INAUGURAL VIOLETBANK CHALLENGE TROPHY

As part of the pre-season build up, which includes squad games against Selkirk (14th August) and Dumfries (22nd August), the club is organising a four team 15-aside tournament at Violetbank on Saturday 25th August. The teams taking part are Annan, Biggar, Aspatria and Penrith with the Violetbank Challenge Trophy up for grabs. There will be a barbecue and bar and it is hoped that it will be an entertaining curtain raiser to the club’s league campaign, which commences the following week at Glenrothes.
It is hoped that the tournament will be a precursor to an enlarged structure in the coming seasons with all the local clubs involved in a cross border tournament.

ANNAN RFC LOOK FORWARD TO A TOUGH SEASON AHEAD

After a fragmented and extended end to last season, occasioned by the ‘foot and mouth outbreak’, Annan eventually ended up in their highest ever position in the BT National Leagues and the highest placed club in South West Scotland. This coming season Division 1 looks even more mouth-watering for the Annan players and spectators. With those teams promoted from Division 2 – Dunfermline who beat Annan in the BT Shield competition and Cambuslang both looking to progress to the Premiership and Preston Lodge and Gordonians, who were both relegated from Premier 3, stating that they are determined to regain their Premier status and with the remaining teams in the league, Kilmarnock, Ross High, Corstorphine, Trinity Accies and Glenrothes all looking to improve their standings Division 1 of the National Leagues looks like being a cracker.

TRAINING AND COACHING

Whilst light training has been taking place since the end of the season at all levels full training and coaching sessions are now taking place on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the seniors with the Colts and Ladies on Wednesdays. With the 1st XV, 2nd XV, 3rd XV, Colts XV, Under 16 XV, Under 15 XV, Under 14 XV and Under 13 XV’s’ and the Ladies XV all playing league rugby this coming season the Annan coaching staff have been stretched but the acquisition of Paul Minto (former Ayr, Selkirk and Annan player) to the coaching staff has proved a valuable asset to the club’s coaching set up. Paul has joined senior coaches Kenny Hogg, George Jamieson and Shaun McGauchie. With almost 230 league games due to be played across the whole club structure in the coming season new players of all ages are welcome to join the club.
The Colts squad has also gained Kenny White who, having previously coached the seniors, has now joined Ian Black and Michael Tully to add his experience to an improving under 18 squad. The Under 15 squad, who were most unfortunate in having their season curtailed by the foot and mouth outbreak, when they were playing so well. The highlight of their curtailed season was their comprehensive defeat of Marr Under 15s at the Everholm. Marr went on to win the Scottish Under 15 Championship. This team now moves up to Under 16.

THE COMING SEASON

The coming season sees, as mentioned above, the 1st XV playing in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues with the 2nd XV playing in Division 5 on the Glasgow Sports Agency Inter City 2nd XV Leagues and for the first time the 3rd XV playing league rugby in the newly formed Glasgow & District 3rd XV League
Next season sees Annan fielding teams at all levels in the Youth leagues for the first time, a testament to the Club’s blossoming youth policy and the quality of the club’s youth coaches. The Mini section continues to grow and is due to recommence training at the start of the new autumn school term.
The Ladies XV, who also had their league season curtailed, ended up gaining promotion and are looking forward to a tough season ahead in Division 2 of the SWRU Leagues.

THE BT CELLNET CUP

With an additional 32 clubs involved in the Cup competition this season there is no bye for the National Division 1 clubs in Round 1 and Annan have been drawn away to West Dyce RFC from Aberdeen on the 8th September. West Dyce RFC who were formerly Dyce RFC play in the North District Leagues.

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