Annan managed to gather together nine hardy souls to compete at the Kilmarnock Sevens at Bellsland on Saturday, with Gavin Lynch home on leave from the RAF and Duncan Fisher borrowed from Stirling Uni.
Annan took time to settle against Carrick in Round 1 but once they got it together they ran out easy winners 34-0.
Round 2 saw Annan face the hosts who had won the Dumfries 7s tournament in April. This was a harder game for Annan but their determined defence saw them run out winners by 14–0.
The semi final was against Ardrossan and could have gone either way but Annan didn’t have any luck with a few refereeing decisions and were somewhat unlucky to lose 21–7.
This was a gutsy display by the Annan team and it was generally agreed that with a bit more fitness they could have gone further. However they would have struggled to beat the eventual winners Hillhead Jordanhill, who had former Annan player Andrew Eggleton in their ranks, as they looked a classy team with loads of pace and skill.
Overall this was a good effort from the Annan squad and they could not be faulted for their effort and commitment.
Annan Squad: Billy Henderson, Neil Moffat, Bruce Blower, Keith Hogg, Duncan Fisher, Kevin Jones, Michael Griffin, Gavin Lynch and Michael Carpenter.
COLTS FINISH SEASON IN ARRAN
The Colts with a few youngsters and some female friends enjoyed an excellent end of season trip to Arran. A 6.45a.m.start was called for and all went smoothly. The game was good which Annan won after lending Arran some players. It was the coaches pleasure to take this group for an away day party. Their behaviour was 1st class as was their discipline on the pitch all season which has been commented on by opposition coaches and referees alike. The singing started at Ardrossan on the way back and never stopped until Lockerbie. We indeed have a new legend!
The Annan Colts bring home the silverware as they beat Irvine 25 - 7 in the final of the U18 Bowl. Well played lads!!
ANNAN LOSE OUT IN FINAL AT WEST HARTLEPOOL SEVENS
Annan traveled to the north east on Sunday to take part in the West Hartlepool Sevens tournament and played some superb sevens but were outdone in the final against their hosts in a somewhat one sided final as the Annan squad ran out of steam.
Annan had progressed through the league system by beating West Stags 21-12 with tries from Neil Moffat, Michael Griffin and Kevin Jones with Niall Smith with 3 conversions,Hartlepool 38-0 wityh tries from joe Crowther (2), Robert Currie, Neil Moffat, Kevin Jones and Niall Smith Nial also adding 4 conversions.
Annan final group game saw them put in the highest score of the tournament against Rovers Heughers winning 66 – 0. Annan’s scores came from tries from Michael Griffin (5), Steve Kelly (2), Joe Crowther, Kevin Jones and Craig McCann Craig also added 4 conversions with Niall Smith adding a further 3 conversions.
In the semi final Annan overcame a stuffy Harlepool Rovers seven 19 – 17with tries from Michael Griffin, Robert Currie and Neil Moffat with Niall Smith adding two conversions.
In the final Annan ran out of steam and were beaten by their hosts West Hartlepool 40 – 17 with Michael Griffen adding a further two tries to his tally with Robert Currie who had an outstanding tournament adding another with Niall Smith adding a conversion. Annan were presented with a runners up cheque for £300
The Annan Colts take on Irvine this Sunday in the Final of the Cup competition. Kick Off is 1.00pm - at Drumbreck. Good luck lads
On Friday 5th May Annan RFC are hosting a Sportsmans’ Dinner in the Victoria Hall, Bank Street, Annan. The main speaker for the evening is John Gahagan John spent eleven years with Motherwell FC.
John’s tales of woe about life in and out of football have whipped up a comical storm at every conceivable venue including the Scottish Sports Writers and Scottish Footballers Association Player of the Year Awards where he received standing ovations on both occasions.
In June 2001, John received the MBN trophy after being voted Scottish Sporting Speaker of the Year. Other speakers are Richie Gray and John Rutherford. All in all this will be a memorable evening. Tickets are available from the Clubhouse 17 Bank Street and cost £25. This is an open event i.e. you do not have to be a member of Annan RFC to be able to purchase a ticket.
Training will commence at the Everholm 6.30p.m. on Wednesday 3rd May for all present 1st & 2nd years. The club would also like to invite present P7’s to the sessions in order that they can give rugby a ‘TRY’. All players please arrive ready to play as no changing facilities are available.
With the season over it is now time to plan for next season. The club hopes to compete at U18, U16 and U14/15 age groups. All coaches/helpers wishing to take on rolls next term must give their name to Annan RFC’s Youth Rugby Co-ordinator Ian Black via the club stating the age group they want to be involved with and status i.e. coach/helper etc. by Friday May 5th.
In the semi final Annan beat Garnock 34-12 to set up a final against Hamilton who they beat 52 – 7.
This was a real team effort with all 10 members of the squad contributing to the win.
The fact that winger Alex Halliday scored 12 tries in the 5 matches indicates how well the boys moved the ball wide at every opportunity. It was a display of excellent team work and a joy to watch.
The winning squad was Michael Scott, Bruce Blower, Dwayne Barnes, Mark Clark, Andrew White, Alex Dunbar, Alex Halliday, Ewen Braid, Roy Thorburn and Paul Anderson.
The awards were as follows:
Most Improved Player
U15 - James Bigham
U16 - Roy Thorburn
Colts - Michael Scott
Senior - Graham Smith
Player's Player of the Year
U15 - Jamie Harrison
U16 - Euan Braid
Colts - Andrew Jancey
2nd XV - Neil Halliday
1st XV - Paul Carruthers
Player of the Year
U15 - Mark Anderson
U16 - Mark Clark
Colts - Alex Dunbar
Senior - Paul Carruthers
Gus Little of A.C. Little Building Contractor, Lockerbie also presented trophies to the U15 squad who had won their league.
£250 raffle money was raised for boys going to the Glasgow U16 squads’ training camp at Limerick in the summer.
Annan RFC’s U17 Internationalists Andrew White and Bruce Blower both got on the score sheets at the Milnfield Tournament in Cornwall. Scotland were beaten 11-10 in their opening game against England A scoring two tries to one and were only beaten by a penalty in the dying minutes of the game. Andrew played the whole game with Bruce on the bench. In their second game against Romania Scotland won 37 – 0 with Bruce scoring a try with Andrew on the bench. In the final game against Canada Scotland lost 22 – 17 with Andrew scoring a try and adding a conversion with Bruce on the bench.
The Club are justifiably thrilled and immensely proud of their young internationalists and their Glasgow District representatives especially as it has not been one of the clubs better seasons at senior level but the future looks bright with Annan’s Youth Section providing so much quality.
ANNAN’S GLASGOW U16 PLAYERS IN ACTION IN INTER DISTRICT GAMES
Annan RFC’s three representatives in the Glasgow U16 team, Ryan Gracie, Mark Clark and Alex Dunbar, did the club proud with their performances in the inter district tournament over the last week with Glasgow winning two of the three games. There only defeat being by the Borders at the weekend.
The 1sts lose to Langholm 18-6 in their last game of the season.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN COLTS
After last weeks U16 disappointment the colts managed to progress to the final of the Glasgow Bowl. This was no mean feat having 5 U15 boys on the bench and with James Bigham (U15) playing all the game at No. 10 all the youngsters finished the game and were delighted to play for the Colts.
Annan, although never in danger of losing the game, struggled to get their game going due to numerous players being forced to play out of position this week. Winning the Semi-Final was all that was important though so it was job done and smiles all around at the final whistle. Try scorers this week were Chris Waddell (2), Dwayne Barnes (1) Alex Halliday (2). Alex added a conversion.
The boys will finish off the season now with a trip to Stewartry Sevens tomorrow with the Players awards in the clubhouse at night. The Bowl final on the 29th April and an end of season party trip to Arran on May 6th – note that seats are available for supporters to go to Arran, contact the club or the players for details.
Annan Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers, S Kelly, G Hogg, J Nelson, W Henderson, N Moffat, G Smith, K Hogg, N Smith, A Render, J Crowther, K Jones, B Hay, C McCann Replacements: D Irving, P O’Donnell, S McCann/M Griffen
Meet at Clubhouse at 1.00pm for 3.00pm KO
ANNAN SECONDS AWAY TO STRATHCLYDE UNI
Annan’s second string are hopeful of completing their league campaign on Saturday with their re-arranged fixture against Strathclyde Uni in Glasgow. At the time of writing the game has not been confirmed and players are requested to contact the clubhouse by no later than Friday evening to confirm arrangements.
Annan Team: A Graham (Capt), G Brown/S Wylie, M Johnstone, N Bell, N McGregor, M Carpenter, S Wylie/ I Thorburn, N Halliday, A Rae, R Johnstone, R Copland, E Hay, C Hay, G Lynch, R Graham Replacements: A Gunning, S Murray, B Graham, K Nelson, K Watret, J Lake, G Smith
Meet at Clubhouse at 12.00pm for 3,00pm K.O.
The 1st XV were knocked out in the 2nd round of the Dumfries 7's. The defending Champions beat a Dumfries Presidents 7 in the 1st round but were beaten in a cracking game against a Selkirk 7. Annan were winning 21-3 at half time but went down 28-27 in the end.
The 2nds kept up their chance of promotion - beating Marr 18-12.
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Division 5 Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
ANNAN COLTS
The Colts beat the touring team from Sandbach RFC. I think...
YOUTH RUGBY
The U16's lost to Ayr U16's 12-10
The U15's have been removed from the Cup as they fielded 2 over age players in the previous round. In the league the cut off is September....in the cup it is January....d'oh.
Annan travel to the Dumfries Sevens Tournament to defend the title they won last season on Saturday.
Annan Sevens Squad: W. Henderson, P O’Donnell, J Nelson, K Hogg, C McCann, J Crowther, A Eggleton, S McCann, A Render
Meet at Clubhouse at 12.30pm
ANNAN 2ND XV IN PENULTIMATE LEAUGE GAME AT VIOLETBANK
Annan’s second string host Marr 2nds at Violetbank in a Division 5 (West) fixture in the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues in a vital fixture that Annan must win to have a chance of promotion to Division 4 (West).
Annan 2nd XV Squad: A Graham (Captain), S Wyllie, A Burnell, N McGregor, N Bell, M Carpenter, I Thorburn, N Halliday, A Jancey, B Hay, R Copland, C Hay, J Lake, A Halliday, C Trant Replacements from: M Johnstone, C Warrick, S Kelly, A Gunning, M Scott, S Murray, G Brown, D Barnes, T Hodgson, K Nelson, K Watret.
Meet at Violetbank at 2.00pm for a 3.00 K.O.
YOUTH RUGBY
This Sunday Annan U16s host Ayr U16s at Violetbank in the quarter final of the Glasgow U16 Cup for a place in the semi final against Cambuslang.
Players and supporters please note that the K.O. is at 12.30pm.
ANNAN COLTS PLAY TOURING SIDE FROM SANDBACH RFC
On Sunday Annan Colts, bolstered by some returning students, take on Sandbach RUFC’s Under 19 side at Violetbank with a 2.00pm K.O.
Annan Squad from: A Gunning, J Garner, R Gracie, J Nelson, M Carpenter, D Barnes, M Scott, C McCann, S McCann, A Eggleton, A Jancey, S Rogers, C Trant, J Lake, K Nelson, E Smith, P Anderson
The squad will now fly down to Bristol on Monday 10th April to take part in an International Rugby Festival at Millfield School, Somerset.
At Millfield, the emphasis is on player development and the Scots will play against England A, Canada and Georgia.
Scotland’s first game is against England on the 12th followed by Georgia on the 14th with their final game against Canada on the 16th. Other teams taking part in the tournament are France and Wales.
Scotland under-17 squad: Backs – Peter Horne (Howe of Fife), Neil McColm (Hawick Wanderers), Andrew White (Annan), Fraser Thomson (Gala Wanderers), Lee Armstrong (Hawick PSA), Steven Wilson (Howe of Fife), Craig Findlater (Highland), Robbie McGowan (Stirling County), Robert Patterson (Loretto), Peter Jericevich (Aberdeen GSFP), Andrew Simpson (Stirling County), Rory Scott (Hawick PSA), Stephan Dewar (Hillhead/Jordanhill)
Forwards – Gavin Cameron (Hawick Wanderers), Ryan Matthews (Strathallan), Fraser Brown (Merchiston Castle), Callum McConachie (Hillhead/Jordanhill), Craig Hogg (Gala Wanderers), Richard Gray (Kelvinside Academy), Dougie Orr (North Berwick), Mark Anderson (Queen Elizabeth School), Tom Drennan (Trinity Academy), Bruce Blower (Annan), Neil Rodger (Haddington), Ross Gibson (Hawick PSA), Chris Mason (Howe of Fife).
Annan U15s won a tense but hard fought battle against their counterparts at Hamilton on Sunday in the quarter final of the Glasgow U15 Plate competition at Laigh Bent. Annan had the edge in most facets of the game but were never able to extend their tenuous 5 point lead. Annan’s try was scored by winger Cammy McEwan during the first half and for the rest of the game, although both teams launched numerous attacks on eachothers’ lines neither was able to breach the whitewash. This was a fine team performance from these youngsters especially after their heavy defeat by Dalziel in the Cup.
Annan now play Allan Glens in the semi final of the Glasgow U15 Plate competition.
DUMFRIES COLTS 17 V ANNAN COLTS 28
This was the third time this season that these two teams have met and on each occasion Annan has emerged victorious in three highly competitive games against their local rivals.
Games have been few and far between since the turn of the year for the colts which may explain the lack of fluidity in this game, there again it may have been due to neither team wanting to give an inch to their opponents, as the game was played at a frantic pace.
Annan started well and Michael Scott scored on the right which was quickly followed by an Andrew Jancey try after a good phase of handling by forwards and backs. Dumfries came back strongly, as they always do, and Annan found themselves defending for long periods. Tries, however, were inevitable, and Dumfries scored three tries during the game. Annan had to rely on Andrew Dunbar to score two of his trademark long range tries aided by the trust boot of Connor Trant to secure victory.
There was lots of effort from both teams in this match and a hard game for the younger boys who were playing their first game for the Colts. A special thanks is due to the boys from Annan who played for Dumfries in order to keep the teams numerically equal.
The 1st XV take a squad to Langholm 7's on Saturday. First match is against Jed Forest at 2.00pm.
The 2nds have no game but Annan Colts are due to play their re-arranged Glasgow U18 Bowl against Lenzie at Violetbank with a 2.00pm K.O. Annan U15’s also have a Glasgow U15 Plate fixture against Hamilton at Laigh Bent.
It was a brave and gusty performance for the 1sts are relegated to Division 2 next season after going down 17-16 to Perthshire (who go up as Champions). In an entertaining game - the lead changed 4 times - but it was Perthshire who held on. Unlucky lads.
Full Match Report - 1st XV/Opposing View
Highlights from the game
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
THE 2NDS KEEP UP THEIR PROMOTION PUSH
The 2nds thump Shawlands to keep up their chance of gaining promotion. Final score 69-10
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Division 5 Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
Annan return to league duty this weekend when they host league leaders Perthshire at Violetbank. Perthshire were victorious at North Inch in November winning 31 – 16 in a thoroughly engrossing encounter. Whilst Annan can still mathematically stave off relegation it will take a herculean effort and a large slice of luck as results elsewhere would have to fall in Annan’s favour. A large turnout of supporters would be most welcome as not only is this a vital match for Annan but it is also Annan’s last home league match of the season.
Annan 1st XV squad: C Warrick, P Carruthers(Capt), S Kelly, J Nelson, G Hogg, W Henderson, N Moffat, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, B Hay, K Jones Replacements: D Irving, P O’Donnell, S McCann
Meet at Violetbank at 1.45pm for a 3.00pm KO
ANNAN 2NDS AWAY TO SHAWLANDS
Annan’s second string travel to Glasgow on Saturday for their Division 5 (West) fixture in the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues. Annan still have a chance of gaining promotion to Division 4 (West) and after Saturday still have two re-arranged fixtures to play (Marr at home and Strathclyde University away)
Annan 2nd XV squad: A Graham, S Wyllie, A Burnell, D McKay, N McGregor, I Thorburn, N Bell, N Halliday, R Graham, R Johnstone, R Copland, C Hay, J Lake, A Graham (Capt), D Wyllie. Replacements: A Gunning, K Nelson, K Watret, M Johnstone, G Brown, E Currie, D Copland.
Meet at Clubhouse at 12 noon for a 3.00pm KO.
YOUTH RUGBY
Annan’s U18 team take part in the Bowl Competition where they are due to play Lenzie at home in playoff for a semi final place. This match is scheduled to be played this Saturday and all players are asked to contact their coaches to find out final arrangements.
Annan’s U16 team are scheduled to play Ayr in the quarter final of the Glasgow U16 Cup at Violetbank this Sunday and all players are asked to contact their coaches to find out final arrangements.
Annan’s U15 team are scheduled to play Hamilton at Laigh Bent on Sunday in the quarter final of the U15 Plate competition and all players are asked to contact their coaches to find out final arrangements.
This quickly arranged friendly gave the Annan players a chance of a work out after a period of inactivity, and the mixture of 1st & 2nd XV players proved too strong for the Yorkshiremen.
Annan started brightly and dominated the first half. Later in the game a series of substitutions took some of the fluency out of the game. Annan scored 5 tries and 3 conversions – according to the referee, though the players claimed 6 tries. Scorers were Michael Griffin, Colin Warrick, Billy Henderson and Craig McCann, with McCann adding three conversions.
Annan team: S Kelly, P Carruthers, C Warrick, J Nelson, G Hogg, W Henderson, N Moffat, N Halliday, K Hogg, C McCann, A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, R Copland, R Johnstone, C Hay, A Rae, S Wyllie, M Pattinson, N Bell.
YOUTH RUGBY
Annan’s U18 team were knocked out of the Glasgow U18 Cup on Saturday by Hillhead/Jordanhill 18 – 15 and now take part in the Bowl Competition where they are due to play Lenzie at home in playoff for a semi final place. This match is scheduled to be played this Saturday and all players are asked to contact their coaches to find out final arrangements.
Annan’s U16 team who had a walk over in the first round are scheduled to play Ayr in the quarter final of the Glasgow U16 Cup at Violetbank this Sunday and all players are asked to contact their coaches to find out final arrangements.
Annan’s U15 team who were knocked out in the first round of the Glasgow U15 Cup by Dalziel 80 – 0 last Sunday are scheduled to play Hamilton at Laigh Bent on Sunday in the quarter final of the U15 Plate competition and all players are asked to contact their coaches to find out final arrangements.
All of the Annan RFC Youth teams have been kitted out with new training and travel tops, courtesy of a sponsorship deal from Dumfries and Galloway Solicitors' Property Centre. The Under 15 team, led by captain Mark Anderson (centre), show off the new DGSPC training tops.
Annan RFC’s senior teams are once again without league fixtures this weekend but they do entertain a touring side from Bramley Pheonix RUFC who are from Leeds on Saturday with a 12 noon K.O. to allow all the players to enjoy all three Six Nations games on the big screen in the clubhouse.
Annan U18’s are away to Hillhead/Jordanhill in Round 1 of the Glasgow U18 Cup at Hughenden on Saturday. All Players to meet as arranged.
UNDER 16 XV
Annan have progressed to the 2nd Round of the Glasgow U16 Cup when Hillhead/Jordanhill forfeited the match last Sunday when they were unable to raise a team.
YOUTH SECTION FUNDRAISING RACE NIGHT
All Annan RFC supporters are asked to please support the Youth Section who are having a Race Night in the Bank Street Clubhouse on Friday 7th April at 7.30pm with the first race at 8pm.
This is a social event to raise funds for Alex Dunbar, Euan Braid, Mark Clark and Ryan Gracie, who have been chosen to go to Limerick Training Camp with the Glasgow U16 squad in June.
Tickets are £2 each and are available from behind the bar or from all youth players now.
Andrew White and Bruce Blower have both been selected for the Scotland U17 squad.
Annan RFC are delighted that two of their Youth players have made the National squad - a first for the club.
With a large section of Annan players away to the Emerald Isle this weekend Annan have no senior fixtures.
The Youth Section however has two. On Saturday the U18 side travel to Whitecraigs RFC to take on their counterparts at West Lodge. The players are asked to meet at the Clubhouse in time to leave at 10am prompt for a 1.00pm KO. The U16s’ are at home at Violetbank on Sunday in the 1st Round of the Glasgow U16 Cup when they play Hillhead/Jordanhill. Players are asked to meet at Violetbank at 12.45pm for a 2.00pm KO.
ADVANCE NOTICE
On Sunday 9th April Annan will be hosting a touring Under 20 side from Sandbach RUFC at Violetbank. Annan will be fielding some former club players who are plying their trade elsewhere with Andrew Eggleton and Duncan Fisher guesting. Watch this space for more information when known.
err....all games are off
It’s back to league action for Annan this weekend when they play their penultimate National Division 1 league game away to Langholm at Milntown. Annan were well beaten 19-0 in October at Violetbank by Langholm and would obviously like to reverse the result on Saturday. This is going to be a huge task for the Annan side who are currently sitting in the second relegation spot against a Langholm side who are enjoying a fine seam of form of late and are currently sitting in 4th place in the league.
Annan Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), S Kelly, G Hogg, J Nelson, W Henderson, N Moffat, G Smith, K Hogg, N Smith, A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, K Jones, C McCann Replacements: D Irving, S Wyllie, A Rae.
3.00pm K.O.
ANNAN 2ND XV AWAY TO STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY IN LEAGUE
Annan’s second string travel to Stepps in Glasgow on Saturday to take on Strathclyde Uni in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues. Annan must win all of their remaining games to have any chance of promotion from this league where they are currently lying in 4th place with 3 games to play.
Annan Team: A Graham (Capt), G Brown, G Wylie, D McKay, N MacGregor, I Thorburn, N Bell, N Halliday, A Jancey, R Johnstone, R Copland, D Wyllie, B Hay, A Halliday, R Graham Replacements: A Gunning, K Nelson, A Burnell, M Pattinson, E Currie, D Copland, S McCann, J Lake, R Gracie, C Hay
3.00pm K.O.
With the 3rd round of the Six Nations this weekend Annan have no fixtures.
SEVEN ANNAN YOUTH PLAYERS PICKED FOR GLASGOW YOUTH SQUADS
Annan’s 1st XV may be battling against relegation this season but the future looks bright for the club with seven Annan youth players picked for Glasgow Youth teams at U18, U17 and U16 age group levels in the Scottish Inter District Championships.
Back row: Andrew White (U18), Bruce Blower (U17), Michael Scott (U17)
Front Row: Ryan Gracie (U16), Alex Dunbar (U16), Euan Braid (U16), Mark Clark (U16)
The four U16 players have been picked to go to the Limerick training camp in June for 3 ½ weeks. Each player has to raise £700 for the trip and they are actively looking for sponsorship and donations to defray the cost of the trip. If there are any individuals or businesses who would be willing to help financially in any way they should contact Annan RFC’s Youth coordinator Ian Black (tel: 07919357572).
Annan RFC would like to congratulate the players on their selection for the Glasgow Age Group teams and would also like to thank them for the honour that they have brought to the club, their coaches, parents and schools.
The 2nds get back to winning with a 32-0 win over Newton Stewart.
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Division 5 Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
Annan’s 1st XV squad have a break from rugby this weekend and will take the time to recover from some niggling injuries before the final two league games against Langholm (Away) on 4th March and Perthshire (Home) on 25th March
ANNAN 2NDS AWAY TO NEWTON STEWART
Annan’s second string have a re-arranged league match in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues against Newton Stewart at Bladnoch Park on Saturday.
Annan Squad: A Graham (Capt), S Wyllie, G Wylie, D McKay, I Thorburn, N Bell, C Hay, N Halliday, K Hogg, R Johnstone, A Halliday, J Crowther, D Wyllie, C Trant, R Graham. Replacements: M Johnstone, R Copland, K Nelson, J Lake, N MacGregor, G Brown, K Watret, A Rae
Meet at Clubhouse at 12 noon for 3.00pm KO.
The 1sts go down 20-3 to Hillfoots and unless a miracle occurs - Annan will be relegated to Division 2 for next season. More news when known....
Full Match Report - 1st XV
The Run In
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
THE 2ND XV WIN
The 2nds won the friendly game against Creighton 78-19 .
THE COLTS WIN
The Colts beat Stewarty 20-10.
Annan travel to Tillicoultry on Saturday to take on fellow strugglers Hillfoots in a re-arranged fixture postponed from November 19th. This is another must win fixture for Annan who are below Hillfoots on points difference in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Annan are also hoping to overturn their 22 – 18 home defeat at Hillfoots hands at Violetbank at the beginning of the season.
The selectors have kept faith with the squad which beat Grangemouth last weekend with the addition of winger Bruce Hay.
Annan Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers(Capt), D Irving, G Hogg, J Nelson, B Henderson, P O’Donnell, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, B Hay, K Jones. Replacements: S Kelly, S McKay, S Wyllie.
Game is a 3.00pm KO
ANNAN 2NDS AWAIT FIXTURE
Annan’s second string were due to host Marr 2nds at Violetbank on Saturday in a re-arranged fixture in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues but Marr have asked for the match to be re-arranged as they have several players making the journey to Cardiff for the weekend. Annan’s fixture secretary is, at the time of going to press, trying to arrange an alternative fixture.
Annan 2nd XV: A Graham, G Brown, M Johnstone, D McKay, N MacGregor, K Nelson, C Moffat, N Halliday, R Graham, A Rae, R Copland, M Pattinson, D Wylie, W Harrison, A Graham (Capt). Replacements: J Lake, C Hay.
The 1sts hang on for a win against Grangemouth - 7-3. A try by Billy in the 1st half gave Annan a 7-0 lead. Grangemouth kicked a penalty in the 2nd half but Annan hung on for the win. Come on the Lads!!!!
Full Match Report - 1st XV
The Run In
Other Results:
Dalziel 14 v Preston Lodge 32
Ardrossan Academicals 10 v Langholm 25
Greenock Wanderers 8 v Hillfoots 10
Duns 0 v Perthshire 39
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
THE 2ND XV LOSE
The 2nds lost a friendly game against Carlisle 26-12. Newton Stewart could not raise a team and Carlisle stepped in.
HAWICK WANDERERS 20 V ANNAN COLTS 14
The Annan boys wanted to test themselves against one of the strongest teams in the borders and but for an unfortunate knock-on in the final minute would have won the game. A tremendously spirited performance this week with hopefully a successful cup run to come. Many heroes surfaced on Saturday. Michael Scott was outstanding along with Ryan Gracie and Johnny Crombie in at forwards. Sam Rogers gave his usual 200%, Mark Clark carrying an injury did very well at No 9, Alex Dunbar scored all Annan’s points with 2 tries & 2 conversions. Andrew Jancey was as honest and hardworking as ever with Euan Braid and Bruce Blower (Frae the toon) very impressive. This week saw debuts from Jamie Harrison, Scott Nicholson and James Bigham for the big team. All did really well.
Annan have another must win weekend when they welcome Grangemouth to Violetbank in their first ever visit to Annan in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Annan were beaten in the away fixture 17-9 at Glensburgh in October but were most unlucky not to come away with something from the game. The Annan selectors have made only one change from last Saturday’s squad with Graham Smith back at No 8 after his injury.
Annan Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers(Capt), S Kelly, G Hogg, J Nelson, B Henderson, P O’Donnell, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, S McCann, K Jones Replacements: D Irving, N Moffat, D Wyllie.
Game is a 3.00pm KO
ANNAN 2NDS TAKE ON NEWTON STEWART AT VIOLETBANK
Annan’s second string welcome Newton Stewart 2nds on Saturday in Division 5(West) in the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues desperate to get back into their winning ways.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, S Wyllie, G Wylie, D McKay, N Bell, I Thorburn, C Moffat, N Halliday, B Graham, R Graham, R Copland, M Pattinson, C Hay, W Harrison, A Graham (Capt). Replacements: M Johnstone, N MaGregor,G Brown, K Nelson, J Lake, C Muir, R Johnstone
Game is a 3.00pm KO
ANNAN COLTS AWAY TO HAWICK WANDERERS
Annan Colts travel to Hawick for a friendly in their build up to their Cup Competitions next month to take on Hawick Wanderers.
The 1sts are beaten 35-9 by Ardrossan. The Annan points coming from the boot of Craig McCann. More news when known
Full Match Report - 1st XV
The Run In
Other Results:
Grangemouth 0 v Preston Lodge 9
Hillfoots 3 v Dalziel 19
Langholm v Duns - Postponded
Perthshire 20 v Greenock Wanderers 3
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
THE 2ND XV ALSO LOSE
The 2nds also lost 23-0 to Lenzie - again not a good day at the office.
ANNAN U16’S 21 V DUMFRIES U16’S 7
Once the usual helping of local derby nerves had settled it was clear that both sides would produce rugby worthy of any senior game. A big and well drilled Dumfries unit made Annan face some stern tests in the set piece with quality ball harder than normal to come by. Never the less Annan opened the scoring with a well worked try which in line with the share of play was equaled by Dumfries. In a game which needed all the skills and effort from the training ground to secure victory Annan bagged two more tries to take the honours. If you missed this game then you missed a good game played by two teams playing well above their station.
Annan scorers: Alex Dunbar (2 tries), Conor Trant (try), Euan Black (3 conversions)
ANNAN U15’S 55 v DUMFRIES U15’S 14
Annan U15’s continued on their unbeaten way with a convincing 9 try victory over local rivals Dumfries. The visitors were unable to deal with the pace and power of the home backs allied to the ball wining skills of the Annan forwards.
Annan’s tries came from Jamie Harrison (3), Callum Bell (2), Willie Gray, Dean Gallimore, George Forrest, and James Bigham with James Bigham adding 5 conversions.
Annan once again return to league rugby on Saturday and once again are faced with a must win game when they host Ardrossan at Violetbank in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Ardrossan are currently lying in third place in the league so Annan face a formidable task to take something from this game. Annan’s case is not helped by the injury sustained to No 8 Graham Smith last Saturday and standoff Andrew White still injured from the Duns game. However Saturday sees the return of Captain Paul Carruthers after injury.
Annan Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers(Capt), D Irving, G Hogg, J Nelson, N Moffat, P O’Donnell, W Henderson, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, D Wyllie, K Jones \Replacements: S Kelly, B Blower, S McCann.
Game is a 2.30pm KO
ANNAN 2NDS AT HOME TO LENZIE
After their lacklustre showing last Saturday Annan’s second string will be looking for a much improved performance on Saturday when they host Lenzie in Division 5(West) of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, G Brown, G Wylie, D McKay, K Watret, N Bell, C Moffat, N Halliday, A Jancey, R Graham, A Halliday, S Wyllie, C Hay, W Harrison, A Graham (Capt). Replacements: S Rogerson, M Scott, J Crombie, M Johnstone, K Nelson, J Lake, C Trant, B Copland, D Copeland, R Johnstone
Game is a 2.30pm KO
YOUTH GAMES
The U15's and U16's have games against Dumfries on Sunday. K.O times to be confirmed
The 1sts are knocked out of the shield by Hawick YM 18-17.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV LOSE
The 2nds also to lost to Strathendrick going down 28-17.
THE UNDER 17'S/COLTS WIN
It was good to get the show back on the road after a long layoff over the Festive season and although a bit rusty with the lack of match practice and fitness the players and their coaches were generally happy with their overall performance. With the cup competitions for all the youth teams only a month or so away it is important for all the players to get as much match practice as possible and that is the main focus of the coaches. Final score 17-7
Tries by Alex Dunbar, Sam Rogers and Michael Scott won the game with Connor Trant adding a conversion.
THE U15'S GREAT SEASON CONTINIUES
The under 15's thump Stewartry in a Friendly 60-14 to keep up their great season
Annan get a break from league rugby this weekend when they host Hawick YM at Violetbank in Round 1 of the BT Shield competition. Annan and Hawick YM last met on 5th April 2003 in the semi final of the BT Bowl. Annan winning 18-15 in a very closely fought match at Violetbank. YM are currently playing in Division 3 of the National Leagues. The Annan selectors have had to make one or two changes to the team with prop Steve Kelly unavailable, stand off Andrew White and hooker and captain Paul Carruthers both injured. Darren Irving gets his first start at prop with Niall Smith at stand off position and Niall Moffat at hooker.
Annan Team: C Warrick, N Moffat, D Irving, G Hogg, J Nelson, W Henderson, P O’Donnell, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith (Capt), A Render, M Griffin, J Crowther, A Rae, K Jones Replacements: A Burnell, B Blower, S McCann.
ANNAN 2ND TRAVEL TO FINTRY IN LEAGUE
Annan’s second string travel to Fintry on Saturday to take on Strathendrick in Division 5 of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues. Annan hope to get back to their winning ways after a couple of defeats. Annan 2nd XV: A Graham, G Brown, M Johnstone, D McKay, K Watret, I Thorburn, C Moffat, N Halliday, R Graham, R Johnstone, A Halliday, C Hay, J Lake, W Harrison, A Graham (Capt). Replacements: A Gunning, D Copland, K Nelson, A Copland
ANNAN COLTS AWAY TO STEWARTRY ON SUNDAY
Annan Colt travel to the Greenlaw to take on Stewartry in a friendly.
Annan Colt s Team: J Garner, Ryan Gracie, Ross Gracie, R Thorburn, C Nicholson, S Rogers, E Braid, M Scott, M Clark, C Trant, N Coupland, A Dunbar, A Jancey, G Williamson, E Black. Replacements: S Woodhouse, E Smith, P Anderson
Reminder: U18/U17 training Tuesday/Thursday at 6.30p.m. U16/U15/U14 Wednesday 6.30p.m. prompt.
The 1sts get thumped 31-3 by Duns. The worst performance by the 1sts this season, who now have an hard slog ahead to avoid relegation.
Other Results:
Ardrossan Academicals 26 v Grangemouth 3
Preston Lodge 24 v Hillfoots 0
Dalziel 3 v Perthshire 27
Greenock Wanderers 5 v Langholm 8
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV LOSE
The 2nds also lost 17-6 to Garnock - not a good day at the office.
ANNAN DEVELOPMENT XV 47 v LANGHOLM 0
The Annan boys in general were slightly older than their Langholm counterparts. They were certainly bigger. After an eight week lay off the Annan lads were fantastic. It was good to see some players for the first time in a game situation. Before the game the players were reminded about doing the right things and ticking boxes, and new players like Reval McKenzie, Adam Carlyle, George Forrest and Kenny Little certainly did that. The ever impressing Willie Gray, Callum Jamieson and Mark Anderson did a good job and Craig Armstrong is getting better and better. The club has a special group of young lads in their coach’s opinion. Watch this space!
Annan travel to Hardens Field on Saturday to take on bottom placed Duns. This is a virtual eight pointer for both clubs. Whilst Duns have never won at Violetbank in the National Leagues Annan likewise have never won at Hardens Field. Duns are always a different kettle of fish on their own patch but it is vital that Annan get something from this game if they are to remain above the relegation zone. The Annan selectors have been forced to make one change to the team that beat Greenock Wanderers lasr Saturday with full back Kevin Jones injured Bruce Hay moves to full back with Alan Rae in the vacated wing slot.
Annan Team: C Warrick, Paul Carruthers, S Kelly, G Hogg, J Nelson, W Henderson, P O’Donnell, G Smith, C McCann, A White, A Render, N Smith, M Griffin, A Rae, B Hay. Replacements: D Irving, N Moffat, J Crowther.
ANNAN SECONDS RESUME LEAGUE ACTION
Annan’s second string travel to North Ayrshire to take on League leaders Garnock in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues at Lochshore. With Annan lying second in the league and having been beaten by Garnock earlier in the season they will be hoping to reverse the result on Saturday.
Annan Team from M Johnstone, A Gunning, J Gilmour, J Tinning, G Brown, D McKay, N Bell, B Blower, I Thorburn, N Halliday, K Nelson, S Wyllie, B Graham, A Jancey, A Burnell, C Hay, M Scott, K Watret, S McCann, D Copland, J Lake, T Hodgson, R Graham, A Graham(capt), W Harrison, D Wyllie, N Coupland, A Halliday, R Copland.
The firsts do it again - beating Greenock Wanderers 23-11 in their latest league game. The Annan points coming from Colin Warrick (T), Andy Render (T) and from the boot of Craig McCann (2C, 3P)
With Hillfoots and Duns losing - Annan move up to 8th top - Get in!!
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Photos From The Game
Other Results:
Grangemouth 12 v Hillfoots 10
Ardrossan Academicals 29 v Duns 14
Perthshire v Preston Lodge - off
Langholm v Dalziel - off
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV LOSE BUT WITH A CASH CONVERTER*
The 2nds lost against Carlisle 19-12 in their friendly. The Annan points came from all the usual suspects.....Stuart Wyllie (T), Angus Burnell (T) and a conversion from the trusty boot of Cash......(!)
* apologies from AnnanRFC.com for the pun....
This weekend sees the return of National league rugby to Violetbank after the festive season layoff. Annan who, despite there away win against Dalziel prior to Christmas break are still currently sitting bottom of the league. So a win on Saturday is vital if they are to have any hope of staving off relegation. On Saturday the visitors to Violetbank are Greenock Wanderers who beat Annan 39 – 22 at Fort Matilda in September.
Annan 1st XV: C Warrick, Paul Carruthers, S Kelly, G Hogg, J Nelson, W Henderson, P O’Donnell, G Smith, C McCann, A White, A Rae, N Smith, M Griffin, A Render, K Jones. Replacements: D Irving, N Moffat, B Hay.
ANNAN 2NDS AWAY TO CARLISLE
Annan’s second string are away to Carlisle 2nd s on Saturday in a friendly at Warrick Road.
Annan 2nd XV: G Wylie, J Tinning, J Gilmour, D McKay, N Bell, S Wyllie, B Blower, N Halliday, B Graham, A Jancey, B Copeland, J Crowther, C Hay, D Wyllie, A Graham (Capt). Replacements from: A Gunning, I Thorburn, M Johnstone, W Harrison, G Brown, K Nelson, G McCall, K Watret, M Scott, R Graham, S McCann, T Hodgson, J Lake, D Coupland
The Firsts lose the Chisholm Cup to Stewartry 23-0.
THE SECONDS WIN
The Seconds beat Stewartry 45-24.
Annan travel to the Greenlaw on Saturday to attempt to regain the Chisholm Cup from Stewartry. Annan were beaten last season in this annual match at Violetbank 5-34 and will be looking for a reversal of fortunes this time. With both sides languishing in the bottom reaches of their relative Divisions, Annan in Division 1 and Stewartry in Division 2, both will be looking for a moral boosting end of year performance. The cup is played in remembrance of the late Peter Chisholm a former President of Annan.
The Annan 1st XV Squad: from S Kelly, P Carruthers(Capt), J Gilmour, D Irving, G Hogg, W Henderson, P O’Donnell, S Wyllie, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, M Griffen, S Roberts, A Render, D Wyllie, A White, B Hay, A Rae, G McCall
Annan’s second string are also travelling to the Greenlaw to take on Stewartry 2nds in a friendly.
Annan 2nd XV squad: from A Graham, G Wylie, A Gunning, G Brown, M Johnstone, D McKay, N Bell, N Halliday, B Blower, K Watret, B Graham, G Lynch, S McCann, D Fisher, A Graham (Capt), W Harrison, C Hay, D Copland, J Tinning, C Moffat, M Scott, R Copland, J Lake, R Graham
Annan were due to play local rivals Dumfries in a friendly at Violetbank at 1st & 2nd XV level on Christmas Eve but unfortunately the matches have been postponed as Dumfries have a re-arranged league fixture to play. Annan’s fixture secretary is attempting to arrange an alternative fixture.
The firsts recorded their 2nd victory of the season beating Dalziel 10-8. More news when known. Well done lads!!
Other Results:
Hillfoots 6 v Perthshire 12
Greenock Wanderers 14 v Ardrossan Academicals 30
Preston Lodge 25 v Langholm 6
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV GAME IS OFF
The 2nds game is called off as Violetbank is frozen
After having their revival hopes dashed last Saturday Annan travel to Motherwell this Saturday to take on Dalziel in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Annan suffered a home defeat (11 – 13) when they played their hosts in September and will be hoping to make amends this Saturday. The selectors have made a couple of changes to the team with Keith Hogg returning at scrum half with Allan Rae on the bench and Paul O’Donnell starting at wing forward with Neil Moffat on the bench.
Annan Team: C. Warrick, P. Carruthers (Capt), S Kelly, J. Nelson, G. Hogg, W. Henderson, P O’Donnell, G. Smith, K Hogg, N. Smith, A Render, M. Griffen, S. Roberts, B. Hay, A White Replacements: D Irving, N Moffat, A Rae
ANNAN 2NDS AT HOME TO MARR
Annan’s second string are at home to Marr at Violetbank on Saturday in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues. Annan drew the away encounter in September (6-6) and will be looking to get back into their winning ways on Saturday.
Annan Team: A Graham, S Wyllie, J Gilmour, D McKay, N Bell, M Scott, I Thorburn, N Halliday, R Graham, B Graham, R Copland, D Wyllie, J Lake, W Harrison, A Graham (Capt) Replacements: B Blower, M Johnstone, C Hay, G Brown, G Wylie, J Tinning, K Watret, D Copland, K Nelson, C Muir, C Moffat
Annan lose to Preston Lodge 17-9 in a game of two halves. Annan won the exchanges in the 1st half - but by all accounts the 2nd was a poor affair and Preston Lodge ran out winners. All the Annan points came from the boot of Andrew White.
Full Match Report - 1st XV or read the opposing view
Other Results:
Grangemouth 9 v Perthshire 26
Duns 17 v Greenock Wanderers 14
Langholm 27 v Hillfoots 0
Ardrossan Academicals 24 v Dalziel 3
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV LOSE TO GHK
The 2nds lose to GHK 27-7 in their latest league game. In a game Annan had to win to keep up any hopes of the Championship - they were never in front and were eventually beaten 27-7. A big thanks to all the lads who did manage to make the journey.
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Division 4 Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
After the drama of the Cup competition it’s back to league action on Saturday in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues when Annan play host to Preston Lodge who are currently sitting in the second promotion spot in the league. The Annan selectors must be hoping that Annan can replicate the quality of rugby that they have displayed in their last two games and get some points in the bag.
The Annan selectors have been forced to make a couple of changes with scrum half Craig McCann unavailable Alan Rae is moved up from the 2nds to fill the scrum half berth and with winger Joe Crowther likewise unavailable Bruce Hay moves to the wing spot with Colt Andrew White filling the full back spot.
Annan team: C. Warrick, P. Carruthers (Capt), J. Gilmour, J. Nelson, G. Hogg, W. Henderson, N. Moffat, G. Smith, A Rae, N. Smith, A Render, M. Griffen, S. Roberts, B. Hay, A White Replacements: D Irving, P O’Donnell, D Wyllie.
ANNAN 2NDS TRAVEL TO GHK IN LEAGUE
With their league game called off last Saturday when Allan Glens were unable to raise a front row Annan’s second string have now not had a match since 12th November. This Saturday they travel to Glasgow to take on 3rd placed GHK at Old Anniesland and hope to maintain their winning steak. The selectors have had a hard time as there are so many players unavailable at this time of year and have had to call upon several colts to fill the positions.
Annan 2nd XV: A Graham (Capt), G Brown, M Johnstone, K Nelson, D McKay, N Bell, M Scott, N Halliday, A Jancey, S Wylie, R Copland, J Lake, W Harrison, C Moffat, C Hay. Replacements: A Halliday, B Blower, N Coupland, A Muir, S Earl, B Graham, G McCall
Rest of the Draw
Musselburgh v Hamilton
Leith v Falkirk
Strathendrick v Greenock Wanderers
West of Scotland v GHK
Orkney v Dumfries
Aberdeenshire v Dunbar
Annan v Hawick YM
Strathmore v Forrester
Garnock v Trinity Academicals
Ellon v Hawick Linden
Linlithgow v Lismore
Duns v Perthshire
Madras College FP v Langholm
Dunfermline v RHC
Kilmarnock v Howe of Fife
Helensburgh v Dalziel
THE 1STS ALMOST CAUSE AN UPSET IN THE CUP
In an action packed game, the 1sts almost shocked their Premier 2 opponents Cartha Queen Park.
Annan were 19-8 down at half-time but in amazing 15 minutes in the 2nd half, when Annan ran in 3 tries, Annan took the lead and were 25-19 up with 25 mins to go.
Unfortunatly Cartha ran in 2 lates tries to nick the game 31-25. Oh well - Annan now enter the Shield and spirits in the club must be higher after that performance!!
2NDS GAME IS OFF
The 2nds game against Allan Glens was called off as they could not raise a team
ANNAN U15 AND U16 GAMES
The U15 and U16 XV games against Gala are also off.
Annan host high flying Premier 2 side Cartha Queens Park from Glasgow in Round 3 of the BT Cup at Violetbank. Cartha currently sit in second place in Premier 2 and will obviously prove a tough nut to crack for the sons of the Solway. Annan and Cartha have met on several occasions the last encounter being in Premier 3 at Violetbank on 13th March 2004 a game which Annan won 13-5.
Annan 1st XV Squad: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, G Hogg, J Nelson, W Henderson, N Moffat, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffin, S Roberts, J Crowther, B Hay. Replacements: A Burnell, S Kelly, P O’Donnell, D Wyllie
ANNAN 2NDS AT HOME TO ALLAN GLENS IN LEAGUE
Annan 2nds host Allan Glens at Violetbank on Saturday in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues. Annan are currently sitting second in the league with Allan Glens occupying 8th place. Annan are hoping that they can continue on their winning ways having only lost once in the league this season.
Annan 2nd XV Squad: A Graham, G Brown, M Johnstone, D McKay, N Bell, S Wyllie, G McCall, N Halliday, A Rae, R Johnstone, R Copland, J Lake, K Nelson, D Copland, C Hay. Replacements: A Graham (Capt), R Graham, D Irving, L Vevers, A Muir, S Robertson, E Currie, S McCann, C Moffat.
YOUTH RUGBY
With the Youth Leagues campaigns completed, with the exception of the Colts XV who have a postponed fixture against Stewartry still to be re-arranged, Annan U16 and U15 teams have friendlies this Sunday at Gala. Would all players please contact coaches regarding travel arrangements.
The first bits of silverware were won today when both the U15's and U16's became league champions.
The U15's beat Ardrossan 20-7. They were 7-3 down at half time to the team sitting in 2nd spot but rallied to seal the win and the league.
The U16's beat Cartha Queens Park 34-0 to also clinch their league.
Well done lads from all at AnnanRFC.com and Annan Rugby Club.
Full Match Report - U15 XV
Full Match Report - U16 XV
Leading U15 XV Point Scorers
Leading U16 XV Point Scorers
The Colts thrash Kilmarnock 54-10 in their latest league game. The Colts were down 5-0 at one point - but some of the best running rugby seen at Violetbank this season saw the Colts run in a 8 tries. More news when known.
With the Scotland v All Blacks clash at Murrayfield on Saturday Annan 1st XV do not have a fixture. The second string have a did have a friendly arranged against Moffat away at Holm Park but the game is now off.
ANNAN COLTS AT HOME TO KILMARNOCK
Annan Colts are at home on Saturday to Kilmarnock at Violetbank in the Glasgow U18 league.
Colts Team: J Garner, R Gracie (Snr), R Gracie (Jnr), E Smith, S Rogers, B Blower, A Halliday, M Scott, E Braid, D Barnes, A Jancey, C Trant, A Dunbar, S Goodwin, P Anderson, E Black, G Williamson, R Nicholson, C Nicholson.
UNDER 15’S & U16’S IN DOUBLE HEADER LEAGUE DECIDER AT VIOLETBANK
The U16 and U15 teams had no game last week as East Kilbride and Stewartry were unable to field teams. This means that if both teams win their games against Cartha Queens Park and Ardrossan respectively this week they win their leagues. Both games are at home on Sunday with a 2pm kick-off. Let’s have a bumper crowd to cheer the boys on.
Annans game against Hillfoots is called off due to an unplayable pitch.
ANNAN 2ND XV IS ALSO OFF
The 2nds game against Stewartry is also called off
THE COLTS GAME IS CALLED OFF
The Colts game also succumbed to the weather.
THE ANNAN U16'S OFF AS WELL
The U16's game is also off as East Kilbride could not raise a team.
Annan are on the road again this weekend when the travel to Tillicoultry to take on Hillfoots. With the league season at the half way stage Annan are hoping to reverse the scoreline of their home game against Hillfoots which they lost 22-18 in the opening day of the season.
The Annan selectors have been forced to make couple of changes to the side who played so well against Perthshire last Saturday. Bruce Hay is brought into fullback in place of Kevin Jones who is unavailable and Sam Roberts moves to centre from his wing forward role with Paul O’Donnell starting at wing forward.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), A Burnell, J Nelson, W Halliday, P O’Donnell, N Moffat, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffen, S Roberts, D Wylie, B Hay Replacements: S Kelly, J Gilmour/G Hogg, J Crowther
ANNAN 2NDS AT HOME TO STEWARTRY
Annan’s second string have a friendly this Saturday at Violetbank when they host Stewartry 2nds and hope to keep their winning streak going.
Annan 2nd XV: G Wylie, G Brown, A Graham, D McKay, N Bell, G McCall, I Thorburn, K Watret, A Rae, R Johnstone, R Copland, B Graham, S Wyllie, S Earl, A Muir Replacements: D Irving, A Graham (Capt), K Nelson, J Lake, J Tweedie, R Graham, N Halliday
ANNAN COLTS AWAY TO STEWARTRY
Annan Colts are away to Stewartry this Saturday in the league.
Colts Squad: J Garner, Ryan Gracie, J Crombie, S Rogers, B Blower, E Braid, D Barnes, M Scott, M Clark, C Trant, A Halliday, A Dunbar, N Coupland, E Black, A Jancey, C Grant, G Williamson, R Nicholson, E Smith, P Anderson
ANNAN U16'S
Annan U16's are at home to East Kilbride U16s on Sunday at Violetbank with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding arrangements.
Annan lose the game 31-16. The Annan points coming from an Angus Burnell try with Craig McCann kicking 3 penalties and a conversion.
Other Results:
Grangemouth 6 v Langholm 6
Dalziel 6 v Greenock Wanderers 13
Preston Lodge 40 v Duns 0
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV WIN AGAIN
The 2nd XV win again - this time defeating Creighton 32-0.
THE COLTS ALSO WIN
The Colts keep up their impressive start to the season - defeating Lenzie 41-0
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U16'S THRASH CLYDEBANK
The U16's thrash Clydebank 96-0. In what may be a club record - Alex Dunbar ran in 9 tries. Well done Alex and to the U16's
Full Match Report - U16's XV
Leading U16s XV Point Scorers
Annan U15s game was cancelled as Ardrossan couldn't raise a team.
Annan travel to Perth on Saturday to take on the league leaders in National Division 1 Perthshire. This is obviously going to be a tough game for the Annan squad who are currently sitting at the bottom of the division. The selectors have made one change to the team who played Marr in the BT Cup with David Wyllie coming into the wing position and Andy render moving into outside centre and Joe Crowther moving to the other wing.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), A Burnell, J Nelson, G Hogg, N Moffat, S Roberts, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, J Crowther, M Griffen, A Render, D Wyllie, K Jones. Replacements: S Kelly, P O’Donnell,G McCall
ANNAN 2ND AT HOME TO CREIGHTON IN FRIENDLY
Annan’s second string get a break from league rugby this Saturday when they entertain Creighton seconds at Violetbank.
Annan 2nd Team: M Johnston, G Brown, J Gilmour, D McKay, W Henderson, I Thorburn, S Wylie, N Halliday, A Rae, R Johnstone, R Copland, B Graham, W Harrison, D Copland, Alastair Graham (Capt). Replacements: K Nelson, Andy Graham, N Bell, C Hay, L Vevers, J Tweedie, D Irving, J Lake, G Wyllie.
ANNAN COLTS HOME TO LENZIE
Annan Colys host Lenzie Colts at Violetbank on Saturday at Violetbank with a 1.30pm K.O.
Annan Colts squad: J Crombie, R Gracie, Ryan Gracie, J Garner, S Rogers, R Nicholson, B Blower, M Scott, D Barnes, C Nicholson, A Jancey, E Black, A Dunbar, E Braid, C Grant, C Trant, C Waddel, R Thorburn, G Williamson, A White
ANNAN U15 AND U16 TEAMS
Annan U16’s travel to Whitecrook on Sunday to take on Clydebank U16s.
Annan U15’s, who are currently unbeaten in the league, host Ardrossan U15’s at Violetbank on Sunday.
Annan are drawn against Cartha Queens Park in the 3rd round of the SRU Cup. Cartha play in Premier League 2. Tie to be played on the 3rd December.
Other Ties:
Dumfries v Jed Forest
RHC v Hawick
Orkney v Selkirk
Ellon v GHA
Leith v Dundee HSFP
Hawick YM v Currie
Strathaven v Livingston
Hawick Linden v Stewart’s Melville
Duns v Ayr
Greenock Wanderers v Melrose
Lismore v Hillhead/Jordanhill
Hamilton v Berwick
Dalziel v East Kilbride
Howe of Fife v Heriot’s
Madras College FP v Aberdeen GSFP
Forrester v Boroughmuir
Musselburgh v Kirkcaldy
Linlithgow v Peebles
Aberdeenshire v Edinburgh University
Trinity Academicals v Kelso
Falkirk v Biggar
Kilmarnock v Stirling County
GHK v Edinburgh Academicals
Preston Lodge v Dunfermline
Dunbar v Glasgow Hawks
Langholm v Cambuslang
Perthshire v Gala
Ardrossan Academicals v West of Scotland
Helensburgh v Murrayfield Wanderers
Garnock v Watsonians
Strathendrick v Haddington
Annan scrap a 10-9 win over Marr in the 2nd round of the SRU Cup. Not a classic by any means but what the heck - a win is a win and Annan march into the 3rd round.
Full Match Report - 1st XV / Opposing View
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV WAS OFF
Annan 2nd XV fixture against Newton Stewart 2nd XV at Bladnoch Park was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
ANNAN COLTS AND U16'S XV GAMES ALSO OFF
Annan’s Colts match against East Kilbride at Calderglenn similarly fell to the weather as did the U16’s game against Cartha Queens Park U16’s on Sunday at Violetbank.
THE ANNAN U15'S MARCH ON!!
The boy do it again - this time with a very impressive win over Cumnock 36-0
Annan get a break from National League rugby with a trip to Troon on Saturday to take on Marr in the second round of the BT Cup. Marr are currently sitting in the second promotion place in Division 5 (West) A of the National Leagues and in fine form. As in any Cup competition there is always the chance of a shock result and Annan will have to be wary of not slipping up against a team who are currently some 4 leagues below them.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), A Burnell, J Nelson, G Hogg, G McCall, S Roberts, G Smith, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffen, J Crowther, K Jones, A White Replacements: D Irving, N Moffat, B Hay, P O’Donnell
ANNAN 2ND XV AWAY TO NEWTON STEWART IN LEAGUE
Annan’s second string are off down the A75 to Bladnock Park to take on Newton Stewart in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues.
Annan 2nd XV: G Wylie, M Johnstone, A Graham, K Nelson, K Watret, N Bell,W Henderson, N Halliday, A Rae, R Johnstone, B Copland, A Graham (Capt), D Wyllie, W Harrison, L Vevers Replacements: J Tinning, G Brown, C Hay, D Copland
ANNAN COLTS AWAY TO EAST KILBRIDE
Annan Colts are away to East Kilbride this Saturday in the league.
Colts Squad: J Garner, Ross Gracie, Ryan Gracie, J Crombie, E Smith, A Halliday, S Rogers, B Blower, E Braid, D Barnes, M Scott, M Clark, A White, A Dunbar, N Coupland, C Grant, C Nicholson, G Williamson, P Anderson, C Trant, R Thorburn
ANNAN U15 AND U16 TEAMS
Annan U16s are at home at Violetbank on Sunday to Cartha QP U16s with a 2.00pm KO. .
Annan U15s are away Cumnock with a 2.00pm KO.
Annan lose the big derby game against Langholm 19-0.
Other Results:
Dalziel 12 v Grangemouth 6
Greenock Wanderers 7 v Preston Lodge 3
Ardrossan Academicals 11 v Perthshire 20
Duns 44 v Hillfoots 10
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV WIN AGAIN
The 2nd XV win again - this time defeating Strathclyde Uni 32-0.
Other Results:
Strathendrick 13 v Marr 10
Shawlands 23 v Allan Glens 17
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U15s AND U16s
The U15 march on - defeating Dumfries U15 39-7 to stay on top of their league.
Full Match Report - U15's XV
Leading U15s XV Point Scorers
The U16's game was postponed as Loch Lomand could not raise a team.
This Saturday Annan are at home in the Division 1 of the BT National Leagues at Violetbank against local rivals Langholm. Langholm are having a good season after being promoted last season from Division 2 and are currently sitting fourth in the league and will prove quite a handful for the Annan team. This is the first time the two clubs have met since the game at Violetbank in 19th May 2001 which Annan won and relegated Langholm to Division 2 which no doubt give an added edge to the game. The Match Sponsors are BIB Cochrane and the Match Ball Sponsor is J & S Joinery
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, N Moffat, S Roberts, S Kelly, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffen, J Crowther, K Jones, A White. Replacements: G McCall, A Burnell, G Smith
ANNAN 2NDS AT HOME TO STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY
Annan’s second string entertain Strathclyde University at Violetbank in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues and hope to consolidate their position in 2nd place in the league.
Annan 2nd XV: G Wylie, S Wylie, D Irving, D McKay, B Henderson, I Thorburn, P O’Donnell, N Halliday, A Rae, S McCann, A Copland, A Graham, D Wyllie, B Copland, B Graham. Replacements: K Nelson, K Watret, D Copland, R Gracie, L Vevers, M Johnstone, W Harrison, G Brown, S Robertson
ANNAN COLTS HAVE A FREE WEEKEND
The Colts have a free weekend as West of Scotland Colts have withdrawn from the U18 league although the Annan coaches are actively trying to arrange a friendly. All players will be contacted if they are successful.
Colts Squad: Ross Gracie, E Smith, J Garner, J Crombie, A Halliday, S Rogers, B Blower, D Barnes, M Scott, E Braid, M Clark, A Jancey, A White, A Dunbar, N Coupland, C Grant, C Waddle, C Trant, Ryan Gracie, C Nicholson, G Williamson, P Anderson
ANNAN U15 AND U16 TEAMS
The U16s are at home at Violetbank on Sunday to Loch Lomand U16s with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding arrangements.
The U15s are at home at Violetbank on Sunday to Dumfries with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding arrangements.
Annan go down to Grangemouth 17-9 in their latest game. It was 10-9 at one point and Annan should have taken the win - but a late Grangemouth try gave them all the points. All the Annan points came from the boot of Craig McCann
Other Results:
Preston Lodge 30 v Dalziel 14
Langholm 29 v Ardrossan Academicals 8
Hillfoots 19 v Greenock Wanderers 28
Perthshire 39 v Duns 12
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV GAME POSTPONDED
The 2nds game was cancelled as Shawlands could not raise a team. So Annan get a walk-over 20-0
Other Results:
Newton Stewart v Marr - Postponded
Strathclyde Univ. 5 v Allan Glens 29
Garnock 71 v Strathendrick 0
Lenzie 15 v G.H.K. 28
Division 5 West Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS WIN AGAIN
The Colts keep up their their now superb start to the season by beating Irvine 39-17.
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U15s AND U16s
The Under 16 against Allans Glens U16's 12 - 5 while the U15's keep up their 100% record beating Ardrossan U15's 50-12. Well played them boys!!!
Full Match Report - U16's XV
Leading U16s XV Point Scorers
Full Match Report - U15's XV
Leading U15s XV Point Scorers
After last weeks defeat at Ardrossan Annan are away again this Saturday to sixth placed Grangemouth who were relegated from Premier 3 last season. This is the first meeting of the clubs at 1st XV level. Annan have made a couple of changes with Sam Roberts moving from centre to his favoured position at open side wing forward and stand off Craig McCann moving to scrum half with Niall Smith stepping into the stand off slot.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, N Moffat, S Roberts, S Kelly, C McCann, N Smith, A Render, M Griffen, J Crowther, B Hay, K Jones. Replacements: G McCall, D McKay, D Irving
ANNAN 2NDS AT HOME TO SHAWLANDS
Annan’s seconds hope to continue their winning run on Saturday taking on Shawlands at Violetbank.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, G Brown, M Johnstone, K Watret, G Smith, I Thorburn (Capt), S Wyllie, N Halliday, A Rae, R Johnstone, R Copland, G Lynch, D Wylie, A Copland, B Graham. Replacements: S Murray, K Nelson, A Graham, J Tweedie, D Copland, L Vevers
ANNAN COLTS AT HOME TO IRVING
Annan Colts hope to avenge their only defeat of the league season when they entertain Irving Colts at Violetbank. Annan were beaten 17 – 10 at Marress on 3rd September.
Colt Squad: J Garner, E Smith, J Crombie, S Rogers, A Halliday, B Blower, D Barnes, M Scott, M Clark, A White, C Grant, A Dunbar, N Coupland, P Anderson, C Trant, S Goodwin, R Gracie, R Gracie (Jnr), G Williamson, E Braid, C Nicholson, R Thorburn.
ANNAN U15 AND U16 TEAMS
Annan U16s are away on Sunday to Allan Glens U16s with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding travel arrangements.
Annan U15s travel to Ardrossan on Sunday to take on Ardrossan U15s with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding travel arrangements.
Annan go down 37 - 5 to Ardrossan. Andy Render getting the Annan points with a well worked try.
Other Results:
Preston Lodge 24 v Grangemouth 8
Dalziel 19 v Hillfoots 12
Duns 23 v Langholm 27
Greenock Wanderers 6 v Perthshire 18
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV BEAT ALLAN GLENS
The 2nds beat Allan Glens 27-17.
Other Results:
Marr 38 v Strathclyde Univ. 7
Garnock 119 v Shawlands 0
Strathendrick 3 v Lenzie 6
Division 5 West Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS WIN
The Colts keep up their great start to the season by beating Dumfries 27-14.
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U15s AND U16s
The U16's put on a fine display - beating Helensburgh 21-0.
Full Match Report - U16's XV
Leading U16s XV Point Scorers
The U15's game was postpond when Stewartry could not raise a team...again....
It’s back to league business this Saturday for Annan in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues with a trip to Ayrshire to take on league leaders Ardrossan at Memorial Field. This is going to be a tough game for Annan to win but not impossible. Annan are without scrum half Keith Hogg who is unavailable with Alan Rae taking over his place and Kevin Jones returning after injury at full back. Centre Andy Render returns after injury on the replacements bench.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, G McCall, P O’Donnell, S Kelly, A Rae, C McCann, M Griffen, N Smith, S Roberts, B Hay, K Jones. Replacements: N Moffat, A Render, W Henderson
ANNAN 2ND XV AWAY TO THE BEARYARDS
Annan’s second string travel up the M74 again this Saturday to take on Allan Glens 2nd XV in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues at the Bearyards hoping to keep up their good start to the season.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, D Irving, G Wylie, D McKay, K Watret, I Thorburn, S Wyllie, N Halliday, R Johnstone, G Lynch, R Copland, D Wylie, A Copland, L Vevers, D Copland Replacements: M Johnstone, W Harrison, K Nelson, A Graham, (Capt) G Brown, A Gunning
ANNAN COLTS TRAVEL TO LEAGUE LEADERS DUMFRIES
Annan Colts host league leaders Dumfries Colts, in the second round of games, at Violetbank on Saturday with a 2.00pm KO. The Colts would appreciate a healthy support.
Colt Squad: R Cracie, J Garner, J Crombie, E Smith, S Rogers, A Halliday, G Williamson, B Blower, D Barnes, M Scott, A Jancey, A White, P Anderson, A Dunbar, C Grant, N Coupland, C Trant, M Clark.
ANNAN U15 AND U16 TEAMS
Annan U16s are at home on Sunday to Helensburgh U16s with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding arrangements.
Annan U15s travel to Castle Douglas on Sunday to take on Stewartry U15s with a 2.00pm KO. All Players to contact coaches regarding travel arrangements.
Annan beat Liberton 96-0 in the 1st round of the BT Cup. A one sided game and Annan never looked like losing.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Match Photos - 1st XV
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV BEAT LENIZE
Another good win by the 2nds as they beat Lenzie 18-10 in their latest league game. Annan are now challenging at the top.
Other Results:
Shawlands 34 v Strathendrick 25
Marr 20 v Allan Glens 0
Newton Stewart 0 v Garnock 33
Division 5 West Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS COMPLETE THE SATURDAY CLEAN SWEEP
Another clean sweep was achieved for the 2nd Saturday in a row when the Colts beat Kilmarnock in their latest league game. Final score 25-17
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Division 2 Table
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U15s COMPLETE THE WEEKEND CLEAN SWEEP
With the U16's game postpond (as Paisley could not raise a team), the Annan U15's took on Garnock, a team they had beaten 86-12. The game was a lot closer this time, with Annan edging out 20-17 winners.
Full Match Report - U15's XV
Leading U15s XV Point Scorers
Annan’s 1st XV have a break from League business this Saturday when they travel to the Capital on Saturday to take on Edinburgh District side Liberton in the 1st round of the BT Cup competition. Although the gulf between the sides is considerable this is the cup and Annan will have to be wary of potential slip-ups.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, G McCall, N Moffat, P O’Donnell, K Hogg, C McCann, J Crowther, N Smith, S Roberts, B Hay, K Jones. Replacements: S Kelly, J Vaughan, M Griffen
ANNAN 2NDS AWAY TO LENZIE IN LEAGUE
Annan’s second string also travel up the M74 on Saturday but end up in the west rather than the east when they take on Lenzie in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, D Irving, A Graham, D McKay, K Nelson, I Thorburn, N Bell, N Halliday, B Graham, R Johnstone, A Copland, D Wylie, A Graham (Captain), B Copland, C Hay. Replacements: L Vevers, M Johnstone, W Harrison, G Lynch
ANNAN COLTS TRAVEL TO BELLSLAND
This Saturday Annan’s Colts travel to Kilmarnock in their latest U18 league match.
Annan Colts Team: J Garner, E Smith, R Gracie, J Crombie, S Rogers, A Halliday, D Barnes, M Scott, B Blower, M Clark, A White, E Black, A Dunbar, N Coupland, C Grant, C Trant, R Gracie (Jn), E Braid, G Williamson, C Nicholson, R Thorburn.
ANNAN U15 AND U16 TEAMS
On Sunday Annan U16s are away to Paisley in the U16 league. All Players to contact coaches regarding travel arrangements.
On Sunday Annan U15s host Garnock U15s at Violetbank in the U15 League. All players to contact coaches regarding arrangements.
Annan beat Duns 26-5 in an exciting game. Annan made hard work of the win though but tries from Sam Rogers (2) and Neil Moffat gave Annan their first win.
Full Match Report - 1st XV
Match Photos - 1st XV
Other Results:
Grangemouth 21 v Ardrossan Academicals 15
Hillfoots 15 v Preston Lodge 17
Perthshire 31 v Dalziel 13
Langholm 42 v Greenock Wanderers 7
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV ALSO WIN
The 2nds thrash to Strathendrick 74-5.
Other Results:
Garnock 14 v Marr 3
Allan Glens 25 v Lenzie 17
G.H.K. 61 v Shawlands 7
Strathclyde Univ. v Newton Stewart - postponded
Division 5 West Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS WIN
A clean sweep was achieved for the first Saturday in a long time when the Colts beat Stewartry 35-12. Well done them boys!!
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Division 2 Table - not yet updated
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U15s THRASH CUMNOCK
The U15's put on another fantastic display as they dispose of Cumnock 64-5
Full Match Report - U15's XV - not yet online
Leading U15s XV Point Scorers
In a high scoring game - Annan go down 39-22 to Greenock Wanderers.
Other Results:
Hillfoots 16 v Grangemouth 5
Duns 5 Ardrossan v Academicals 35
Preston Lodge 21 v Perthshire 19
Dalziel 16 v Langholm 15
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV LOSE
The 2nds lose to Garnock 13-0.
Other Results:
Lenzie 18 v Marr 11
Shawlands 16 v Strathclyde Univ. 12
Strathendrick 10 v Newton Stewart 24
Allan Glens 13 v G.H.K. 31
Division 5 West Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS WIN
The colts fly the flag for Annan as they win their game against Lenzie 8-7.
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Division 2 Table - not yet updated
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
Annan are on the road this Saturday with a visit to Greenock Wanderers at the Fort Matilda in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Their hosts, although beaten last week by current league leaders Ardrossan and on the opening day of the season by Grangemouth do have a win under their belts having beaten Duns. If Annan can win on Saturday they would leapfrog their hosts who are currently sitting one place above them in the league.
The Annan selectors have had been forced to make one change from the previous Saturday’s team with winger Andy Render out with an ankle injury with Bruce Hay starting. Also flanker Gareth McCall starts with Paul O’Donnell on the bench.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, G McCall, N Moffat, S Kelly, K Hogg, N Smith, C McCann, M Griffen, J Crowther, B Hay, K Jones Replacements: P O’Donnell, W Henderson, A Rae
ANNAN SECONDS AT HOME TO GARNOCK
Annans’ seconds string are at home at Violetbank to Garnock in Division 5(West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues and hope to continue on their good start to the season against old rivals Garnock from Ayrshire.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, S Robertson, G Wylie, J Vaughan, N Bell, S Wylie, N Halliday (Captain), B Graham, R Johnstone, R Copland, C Hay, D Wylie, M Pattinson, A Muir. Replacements: Alastair Graham, M Johnstone, A Copland, K
YOUTH RUGBY
Annan Colts are away to Lenzie on Saturday, the U16s game is still to be confirmed at the time of going to press and the U15s are away to Dumfries on Sunday. All players are requested to contact their coaches regarding meeting times etc.
Annan 1sts go down 13-11 to Dalziel. In a game Annan should have won, Annan go down 13-11 to a dogged Dalziel team. Annan managed to miss 5 penalties, the last one in the dying minutes.
Other Results:
Grangemouth 14 v Duns 9
Perthshire 46 v Hillfoots 17
Ardrossan Academicals 29 v Greenock Wanderers 11
Langholm 17 v Preston Lodge 18
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV DRAW WITH MARR
The 2nds draw their game with Marr 6-6. All of Annans points coming from the boot of Andrew White
Other Results:
Garnock v Allan Glens - postpond
G.H.K. 32 v Strathendrick 12
Newton Stewart 20 v Shawlands 0 (Walkover)
Strathclyde Univ. v Lenzie - postpond
Division 5 West Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS AND U15'S GAMES WERE POSTPONDED
The Colts and U15's games were postponded for the 2nd week running as the opposition could not raise a team.
Annan hope to get back to their winning ways on Saturday when they welcome Dalziel from Motherwell to Violetbank in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. The two clubs have met on several occasions in the leagues and Annan will be hoping to build on their home advantage to set up their first home win of the season.
The Annan selectors have been forced to make a couple of changes with Sam Rodgers (injured) being replaced by Paul O’Donnell moving to the blind side flanker from No 8 with Steve Kelly taking over the No 8 spot. Craig McCann moves to the wing with Bruce Hay on the bench. Scrum half Alan Rae’s (unavailable due to work commitments) place is taken by Keith Hogg.
Annan 1st Team: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, P O’ Donnell, N Moffat, S Kelly, K Hogg, N Smith, A Render, M Griffen, J Crowther, C McCann, K Jones Replacements: D Irving, G McCall, B Hay
ANNAN 2NDS AWAY TO MARR
Annan 2nds travel to Ayrshire on Saturday to take on Marr seconds at Fullarton hoping to build on their convincing victory in their opening game.
Annan 2nd XV: A Burnell, G Brown, G Wylie, D McKay, N Bell, S Wylie, M Pattinson, N Halliday, R Johnstone, AN Other, R Copland, A Graham (Capt), D Wylie, C Hay, A Muir. Replacements: L Vevers, M Johnstone, A Gunning, A Copland, C Aird, D Marr, K Nelson, J Vaughan, W Henderson
COLTS TAKE ON EAST KILBRIDE
The Colts take on East Kilbride at Violetbank
Annan Colts Squad: R Gracie, J Garner, J Crombie, A Halliday, G Williamson, B Blower, D Barnes, M Scott, A Jancey, A White, C Grant, P Anderson, N Coupland, C Trant, N Henderson, E Smith, C Waddell.
ANNAN U15 HOST STEWARTRY ON SUNDAY AT VIOLETBANK
At the time it is understood that Stewartry U15s will be visiting Violetbank on Sunday to play the game postponed a fortnight ago.
Annan lose to Preston Lodge 21-8 - in a game of two halves!!
Other Results:
Perthshire 6 v Grangemouth 3
Greenock Wanderers 32 v Duns 8
Hillfoots 12 v Langholm 12
Dalziel 3 v Ardrossan Academicals 26
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV THUMP GHK
The 2nds thump GHK 66-0 in their first league game of the season
Full Match Report - 2nd XV
Division 4 Table
Leading 2nd XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN COLTS GAME WAS POSTPONDED
The Colts game against West of Scotland was postponded when West could not raise a team
THE ANNAN U16s GAME WAS ALSO POSTPONDED
The U16's game was also postponded when Lenzie could not raise a team
THE ANNAN U15s THRASH GARNOCK
The U15's put on another fantastic display as they dispose of Garnock 86-12
All Annan RFC Players (1st XV, 2nd XV, U18, U16 & U15) are requested to attend a photo session at Violetbank on Thursday 15th September at 6.30pm for 6.45pm. Please make the effort to be there!!
Annan, this Saturday, travel to East Lothian to take on Preston Lodge at Pennypit Park in their second league match in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues. Preston Lodge are one of the two relegated teams from the Premiership joining National 1 this season (the other being Grangemouth). Annan have played their hosts on several occasions on league business over the years and usually the results have gone with home advantage, however Preston Lodge are always a formidable team at home and they will be smarting from their defeat last week by Ardrossan.
The Annan squad has been bolstered by the return this week of props Colin Warrick and James Gilmour and back Craig McCann who were all unavailable last weekend.
Annan 1st XV Squad: C Warrick, P Carruthers (Capt), J Gilmour, J Nelson, G Hogg, N Moffat, S Roberts, P O’Donnell, A Rae, N Smith, A Render, J Crowther, M Griffen, B Hay, K Jones. Replacements: S Kelly, G McCall, C McCann
ANNAN 2NDS START LEAGUE CAMPAIGN AT HOME TO GHK
Annan’s second string start their league campaign on Saturday in Division 5 (West) of the Scottish 2nd XV Leagues at Violetbank with the visit of GHK from Glasgow. Annan have not played GHK at 2nd XV level before and as such are a bit of an unknown quantity although their pedigree as a club is well known. This will prove a stiff fixture as an opener to Annan’s league campaign to return to Division 4.
Annan 2nd XV: G Wylie, S Robertson, D Irving, D McKay, I Thorburn, N Bell, S Wylie, N Halliday, S. McCann, N Latimer, R Copland, D Wylie, A Graham (Capt), C Hay, A Muir. Repacements: A Burnell, J Vaugan, K Watret, G Brown, A Gunning, M Johnstone, M Pattinson, L Vevers, D Copeland, J Tweedie, A Copland
COLTS TAKE ON WEST OF SCOTLAND
This Saturday Annan Colts host West of Scotland Colts at Violetbank.
Annan Colts Squad: J Crombie, J Garner, R Gracie, A Halliday, G Williamson, B Blower, D Barnes, M Scott, P Anderson, A White, N Coupland, A Jancey, A Dunbar, C Trant, N Henderson, E Smith
UNDER 16'S AND 15'S
This weekend Annan U16's host Lenzie on Sunday at Violetbank with a 2.00pm KO and arte looking forward to building on this performance
Also on Sunday, Annan U15's travel to Garnock to take on their U15's.
Annan lose to Hillfoots 22-18 in their opening Division 1 game. Down 17-0 at half-time time - Annan tried their best to get back into the game but had given themselves too much to do.
Full Match Report - 1st XV Or read The Opposing View
Other Results:
Grangemouth 20 Greenock Wanderers 10
Langholm 19 v Perthshire 13
Duns 8 v Dalziel 10
Ardrossan Academicals 30 v Preston Lodge 16
Division 1 Table
Leading 1st XV Point Scorers
ANNAN 2ND XV GAME IS CANCELLED
Annans 2nd string game was cancelled when Dumfries failed to raise a team.
THE ANNAN COLTS LOSE
The Annan Colts lost to Irvine 17-10 in their latest league game
Full Match Report - Colts XV
Division 2 Table - not yet updated
Leading Colts XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U16s THUMP STRATHAVEN
Pride of place for Annan this weekend were the under 16's who thumped Strathaven 57-24. Annan scored 9 tries and never looked like losing this game.
Full Match Report - U16 XV
Division 2 Table - not yet updated
Leading U16 XV Point Scorers
THE ANNAN U15s GAME WAS POSTPONDED
Game was postponded as Stewarty couldn't raise a team
After their trial game against Carlisle at Warwick Road last Saturday which left the Annan coaches with more questions than answers Annan this Saturday start their league campaign in Division 1 of the BT National Leagues at Violetbank. Annan have played Hillfoots previously both in league and Cup competitions. Last season honours were even with each team winning their home fixtures. Hillfoots are renowned for their large experienced pack which will no doubt prove difficult for the young mobile Annan pack to deal with.
Annan 1st XV: D Irving, P Carruthers, G Wylie, J Nelson, G Hogg, G McCall, N Moffat, P O’Donnell, A Rae, N Smith, A Render, J Crowther, M Griffen, B Hay, K Jones. Replacements: W Henderson, S Roberts, J Tinning
ANNAN 2NDS AWAY TO DUMFRIES IN FRIENDLY
Annan’s second string travel to Park Farm for a friendly before the start of their league campaign next week at home to GHK.
Annan 2nd XV: S Robertson, G Brown, M Johnston, L Vevers, D McKay, S Wylie, J Vaugan, N Halliday, S. McCann, S Murray, R Copland, C Hay, M Pattinson, D Copland, A Copland. Repacements: A Burnell, K Watret, B Graham, A Gunning, D Marr, A Graham, R Graham, C Aird
YOUTH TEAMS IN ACTION
This weekend sees the youth league programme get into full swing. The Colts travel to Irvine on Saturday with the U16s travelling up the M74 on Sunday to Strathaven while the U15s are at home at Violetbank to Stewartry.
Colts XV: Alex Dunbar, Neil Henderson, Jonathon Crombie, Andrew Jancey, Jonathan Callaghan, Gary Williamson, Alex Halliday, Ross Gracie, Sam Rogers, Ewan Braid, Conor Trant, Ryan Gracie, Paul Anderson, Michael Scott, Andrew White, Callum Grant, Neal Coupland, Bruce Blower.
This weekend Annan 1st & 2nd XV squads have a trial against Carlisle at Warwick Road. With several squad members unavailable this will be a real test of the Annan squads.
Annan 1st XV Squad: Colin Warrick, Paul Carruthers (C), James Gilmour, Mike Newton, Dougie McKay, Gareth McCall, Neil Moffat, Paul O’Donnell, Alan Rae, Niall Smith, Andy Render, Bruce Hay, Joe Crowther, Andrew Eggleton, Kevin Jones, Grant Wylie, Darren Irving.
Annan 2nd XV Squad: Andy Graham (C), Mark Johnstone, Simon Robertson, Jim Tweedie, Kieron Watret, Michael Pattinson, Caird Hay, Neil Halliday, Lynsey Vevers, Stuart Murray, Bob Copeland, Ian Blair, David Copeland, Andrew Gunning, Tom Hodgson, Craig Aird, Darren Marr, Duncan Kerr
COLTS START THEIR LEAGUE CAMPAIGN
Annan Colts start their league campaign in Division 2 of the Glasgow & District U18 leagues with an away match at Park Farm against Dumfries Colts.
Colts Squad: N Anderson, J Callaghan, A Jancey, G Williamson, J Garner, A Halliday, R Gracie, S Rogers, D Barnes, C Trant, P Anderson, M Scott, A White, C Grant, N Copeland, B Blower, S Goodwin, E Baird
CALL UP FOR BELLY
Annan RFC’s Neil Bell has been picked to represent the Scottish Deaf XV who are playing the Japan Deaf XV at Pontypridd in Wales on Sunday. The Club wish to congratulate Neil on his selection to the Scottish team again.
The 1st XV lose to Langholm in the Final in the annual Violetbank Shield.
MOFFAT 10'S
The 2nd XV have a good day out at the Moffat 10's but dont quite make the final.
HAWICK WANDERERS TOURNAMENT
The Colts win one game and lose one in their trip to the Hawick Wanderers Tournament.
NEW SEASON - THE VIOLETBANK TROPHY
Annan RFC’s season kicks off on Saturday at Violetbank with the M&S Engineering Violetbank Shield - a pre-season 15-a-side tournament featuring eight teams from both sides of the border. Holders of the trophy Hartlepool Rovers are joined by Wigton, Hawick, Hamilton and local teams Annan, Dumfries, Langholm and Stewartry. The first match kicks off at 12.45 and the feast of rugby concludes with the final at 5.30.
The tournament is based on two four team leagues with the two league topping teams playing each other for the trophy. Each tie is played in two 10 minute halves with the final played over two 15 minute halves. The draw for the tournament was made on Sunday and sees Hartlepool Rovers (the current holders) pitted against Wigton, Langholm and Stewartry in League A with Annan, Dumfries, Hamilton and Hawick in League B.
The KO times for the tournament are as follows:
12.45pm (Pitch 1) Langholm v Stewartry; (Pitch 2) Hartlepool Rovers v Wigton
1.30pm (Pitch 1) Annan v Dumfries; (Pitch 2) Hamilton v Hawick
2.15pm (Pitch 1) Wigton v Langholm; (Pitch 2) Hartlepool Rovers v Stewartry
3.00pm (Pitch 1) Hawick v Annan; (Pitch 2) Hamilton v Dumfries
3.45pm (Pitch 1) Hartlepool Rovers v Langholm; (Pitch 2) Wigton v Stewartry
4.30pm (Pitch 1) Hamilton v Annan; (Pitch 2) Hawick v Dumfries
5.30pm FINAL (Pitch 1) (Winner League A) v (Winner League B)
As well as the rugby to enjoy there is also a Beer Tent with Fast Eddie’s Cabana Bar, Mary’s Barbecue, Face Painting by Lynn, Pony Rides, The SMG Bouncy Castle, Goal Kicking Competition and a Grand Prize Draw. So there will be plenty for all ages to enjoy at a great family day out at Violetbank.
The gates open at 11.00am. Admission is £5 (£2 for Senior Citizens and the Secondary School age group) with Primary age schoolchildren and under 5’s free. Also available to purchase are Annan RFC Season tickets which cost £20 which gives entry to all Annan’s home league and Cup games.
Annan Squad: Colin Warrick, Paul Carruthers, James Gilmour, Dougie McKay, Graham Hogg, John Nelson, Neil Moffat, Billy Henderson, Alan Rae, Niall Smith, Craig McCann, Mike Griffen, Joe Crowther, Barry Graham, Kevin Jones, Stuart Wylie, Paul O’Donnel, Jack Tinning, Grant Wylie, Neil Bell, Simon Robinson, Bruce Hay
NEW SEASON - MOFFAT 10'S
Annan also have a team entered in the Moffat Tens tournament on Saturday at Holm Park. Annan are drawn to play Newton Stewart in the first round with a 12.25pm KO.
Annan 10: Andy Graham, Gordon Brown, Lyndsey Vevers, Duncan Kerr, David Wylie, Michael Pattinson, Bob Copland, Neil Halliday, Caird Hay, Craig Aird.
NEW SEASON - HAWICK WANDERERS TOURNAMENT
Preparations commence this weekend for the new season for Annan’s Youth teams. The Colts travel to Hawick on Saturday to take part in Hawick Wanderer’s Tournament with the U16 and U15 teams hosting Hawick Albion on Sunday at Violetbank with a 12 noon KO.
There will be a huge effort made from now until the end of the league programme in November by players and coaches alike. It is hoped that the Youth Section can attract more potential support both at games and in the clubhouse after games. The Youth Section is trying to engender more of a family spirit within the club this season – more like the old days!
To this end the section is trying to enlist the help of parents to help with the after match hospitality in preparing soup and hot dogs etc for the participants. Previously this was carried out on a rota basis which meant no more than a twice yearly commitment. If you can help please leave your name and contact number at the club. The Youth Section players and coaches are looking forward to your support and good luck to all the players for the coming season
With the new league season only a matter of three weeks away Annan are well into their pre season training regime at Violetbank. Before their opening game at home to Hillfoots on 3rd September there is the little matter of The Annual 15 a-side Rugby Tournament in the South West for the Annan RFC Violetbank Shield on Saturday 20th August.
For the rugby enthusiast their will be a veritable feast of rugby to enjoy with eight teams competing for the Violetbank Shield. six teams from Scotland and two from England. The holders Hartlepool Rovers return to defend the trophy and are joined by their fellow countrymen from Wigton RUFC. The Scottish contingent are Annan, Dumfries, Hamilton, Hawick, Langholm and Stewartry.
With a Beer Tent, Barbecue, Goal Kicking Competition, Grand Prize Draw, Pony Rides, Face Painting and a Bouncy Castle there will be something for everyone in a great family day out
Watch this space for news of the draw for the tournament and KO times.
Annan Rugby Football Club are looking forward to the new season which starts on 20th August with Annan RFC’s Annual Violetbank Shield 15-aside Tournament featuring teams from Selkirk, Hawick, Langholm, Dumfries, Stewartry, Aspatria, and current holders Hartlepool Rovers and a trip to the Moffat 10’s tournament but before that there is the small matter of training for the coming season. The training for all senior players starts this coming Tuesday at Violetbank commencing at 7.00pm. All players irrespective of level of fitness and/or skill are welcome.
Annan are looking to improve on last season’s 5th position in Division 1 of the SRU National Leagues, which was their highest finishing position since entering the National Leagues and with Perthshire and Langholm joining National 1 after being promoted from National 2 and Grangemouth and Preston Lodge joining being relegated from Premier 3 a tough entertaining season seems in prospect. The Annan players led this coming season by hooker Paul Carruthers with Niall Smith as his vice captain however are relishing the prospect of matching their skills against some old adversaries and some new ones as well. Annan start their league campaign on 3rd September when they are at home to Hillfoots.
Annan’s second XV, whilst relegated from Division 4(West) of the Scottish 2nd XV leagues to Division 5 (West), are looking to bounce back led again this season by Alastair (Babe) Graham (back after his ankle break of last season) with Andy Graham (no relation) as his Vice Captain. They start their season with a trip to the Moffat 10’s Tournament on 20th August with their first league game at home to GHK on September 10th.
If you are interested in playing rugby at any level come along on Tuesday night to Violetbank at 7.00pm. or contact the clubhouse at (01461) 204562 after 7.00pm or Coach Kenny White (01461) 337331. If you are interested in playing at Youth level the training and coaching sessions are at Violetbank on Wednesday evenings at 7.00pm.
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