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Index - 01/02/12
News & Updates - 01/02
Calendar - 30/01/12
Photographs - 15/01/12
Awards - 15/01/12
Competition - 09/10/11
Comp Winner - 09/10/11
Profiles -
Social Photos -
News & Updates - 01/02
Calendar - 30/01/12
Photographs - 15/01/12
Awards - 15/01/12
Competition - 09/10/11
Comp Winner - 09/10/11
Profiles -
Social Photos -
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01/02/12 News Update
The game on Wednesday 1st February at home against South Yorkshire in the PSUK Cup had to be
cancelled. Despite our best hopes (and the opposition team travelling) one corner of our pitch didn't
get the sun in time to soften the ground and made that section of the pitch unplayable. As a result
the game had to be cancelled and as this is already a rearranged fixture with the opposition travelling
to us it means that we forfeit the game and drop out of the PSUK cup for this year which is gutting!
A big thank you to South Yorkshire who were up at 6am travelling to make the fixture and who were
equally disappointed that there was no game. Thankfully we were able to feed them before sending
them back down the road. Hopefully we'll have a chance to meet them again in a future tournament.
The SPRA Sports Colours Awards will take place in The Central Hotel on Friday 23rd March this
year. This is the Strathclyde Police Sports awards ceremony, as well as a very nice meal and a good
chance to socialise across the SPRA sections. The rugby section will, as in previous years, have a
couple of tables at this event so please see Alan Watson for the very reasonably priced ticket(s)
ASAP.
30/01/12 News Update
The home game scheduled against Lanark on the 28thJanuary has been postponed due to the
frozen ground at Lochinch. This means that our next game (weather Gods permitting) will be on
Wednesday 1st February at home against South Yorkshire in the PSUK Cup. Training will take place
on Tuesday as normal.
20/01/12 News Update
The away game scheduled against Cowal on the 21st January has been postponed due to the
ground conditions of the oppositions pitch. This means that our next game will be on the 28th
January at home against Lanark. Please contact Craig with your availability as soon as possible!
Training will take place on Tuesday as normal.
15/01/12 Next Week
Training is on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner off Haggs
Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of the facility!
This coming week we're playing an away game against Cowal with a 2pm kick off over in Dunoon.
There will be transport from Lochinch - speak to Craig with your availability or for a place on the bus
(es) as soon as possible!
Along with the boy's tour which is now only weeks away there are a couple of ladies social nights
being arranged for the 11th and 18th February. All females associated with the club or with the
players are more than welcome to come along and join in - speak to Suse or Zoe (barmaid) for more
details.
15/01/12 This Week
Cold, still but dull conditions were the order of the day at Lochinch where we were hosting the boys
from the Isle of Arran plus their supporters. Both teams went into the match whole heartedly and
some robust rugby was seen on both sides with honours fairly even for much of the match however it
was the speed of the Arran backs that eventually put paid to the home team's hopes with their well
timed tries. It was great to see some old faces on the pitch playing for us notably Chris, Marcus and
the immortal Cheesy, as well as some of the newer faces. One Arran player had to be carried off with
an ankle injury and we wish him a speedy recovery. Pictures are now on line.
Man of the Match is still to be confirmed (we'll update as soon as possible) and TOTW (thighs of the
week) went to Ross McA. DOD was awarded to Tom P for his 'ball surfing' moment that resulted not
in a stomach injury but a hurt leg (though Valium's 'falling over nothing' very nearly got him the award)
- as always, don't blame us we don't pick 'em - we just publish 'em!
09/01/12 Next Week
Training will recommence this week on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round
the corner off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full
advantage of the facility!
This coming week we're playing a home game against the Isle of Arran with a 2pm kick off - if you're a
player get your availability to Craig as soon as possible!
09/01/12 This Week
The weather for once was smiling and despite some team hiccups we managed to troop out on time at
2pm for the match against our old muckers Cowal. As the wind picked up over the course of the
match so did the scoreline for the MIB with the final result a very satisfying 33-10 with the much
needed bonus point secured for the team. Pictures are now on line.
Ian W was Man of the Match, TOTW narrowly went to Stevie. DOD was awarded to Kenny for arriving
late, getting on at half time and dropping the first ball that came his way, social DOD goes to Gary for
failing to notice that he was getting in a 5-door car and trying to bring the front seat forward to get in.
One of our 'speshul awards' was given out to Davy for his vomiting efforts at the side of the pitch!
12/12/11 Updates
Training is now off till after the new year and we'll let you know the date it resumes as soon as we
have it!
Our first foray into the PSUK cup for this year against South Yorkshire was unfortunately cancelled
due to the weather as was our match against Mid Argyll whose pitch was unplayable as well as
journey conditions being too hazardous.
The Christmas night 'in' is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. There are a very few
tickets left at £10 a pop with all proceeds going to charity (the night includes a buffet too) - see, text
or email Sandy G asap!
We also wish all the players, ex players, fans, family, Lochinch staff, friends and hingers oan the very
best of Christmas Joy!
04/12/11 Next Week
Training will continue this week (hideous weather permitting) on Tuesday night at Craigholme All
Weather pitches just round the corner off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at
6pm to allow us the full advantage of the facility!
On Wednesday we have our first foray into the PSUK cup for this year with a home game against
South Yorkshire. Kick off is at 2pm and all support would be very welcome down at Lochinch.
This coming week we're playing an away game against Mid Argyll all the way up at Lochgilphead with
a 2pm kick off - if you're a player get your availability to Craig as soon as possible!
The Christmas night out is still happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual
Chancers Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. There are
a very few tickets left at £10 a pop with all proceeds going to charity (the night includes a buffet too) -
see, text or email Sandy G asap!
04/12/11 This Week
The weather once again drove all but the hardiest of the spectators indoors as we took on Bishopton
at home. Despite a bit of a slow start the team eventually got into gear and started to put points on
the board with the final score coming in at a very useful 26-0 giving us a much needed bonus point
into the bargain,
Grant was Man of the Match, TOTW went to Brian. There are only a few match pictures available
given that the webmistress chickened out at the first driving rain shower and headed back into the bar
(and who can blame her!).
01/12/11 Next Week
Training was cancelled this week but will continue next week (hideous weather permitting) on Tuesday
night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner off Haggs Road. You need to be
changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of the facility! This week we're playing
a home game against Bishopton with a 2pm kick off - if you're a player get your availability to Craig as
soon as possible!
The Christmas night out is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. Tickets are still on
sale but going very fast!
01/12/11 This Week
This week we had our postponed fixture away against Lanark and it's hard to imagine more inclement
conditions. Freezing rain driven by a vicious wind left the players virtually blue. A tough fought
contest with Lanark taking the honours by 15-0 and a hot bath for everyone to stave off hypothermia!
Man of the Match again went to Ron 'Weasley' Alloway and Dick of the Day has been awarded to Heid
for making everyone think that he had a neck injury when in fact it was his ribs. There are sadly no
match pics available at the moment as the usual photographers were either playing or absent.
23/11/11 Next Week & Some Diary Dates
Winter Training continues on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner
off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of
the facility! This week we're playing our postponed game against Lanark with a 2pm kick off - if you're
a player get your availability to Craig s soon as possible! Travel arrangements will be confirmed
closer to the day
The Christmas night out is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. Tickets are still on
sale but going very fast!
All postponed fixtures have now been put into the calendar so make sure you update your own diary!
23/11/11 This Week
This week we had our return fixture against Moffat - travelling down the M74 on a pleasant autumnal
afternoon. Given that we had beaten the team 29-0 at home there was a quiet confidence that sadly
didn't translate into co-ordinated play on the day. With heavy underfoot conditions the team just
never picked up any pace and, though there were periods of better play, overall the performance was
disappointing with Moffat winning by 24-13.
After enjoying the hospitality of the opposition in The Coachman the fast bus zoomed off home
leaving the slow bus to make it's meandering way later on and a good time was had by all!
We don't have news of any awards from the match but will update when they are given. There are a
few match pics available.
13/11/11 Next Week & Some Diary Dates
Winter Training continues on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner
off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of
the facility!
This week we're playing away at Moffat with a 2pm kick off - if you're a player make sure you've let
Craig know you're availability as soon as possible - please don't make him waste his time chasing up
unanswered texts or calls!
The Christmas night out is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. Make sure you get
your tickets early as this event is ALWAYS a sell out!
The date for our first foray into this years PSUK cup has been confirmed as Wednesday 7th
December with a 2pm kick off. We're starting in the top 16 this year having been 'seeded' due to last
years performance. The match is against South Yorkshire.
13/11/11 This Week
Well we're not entirely sure what to make of Saturday's going ons! On the plus side the weather was
gorgeous with a crisp sunny autumn day in full glory. Braidholm were unable to field a full squad
(having at first 12 then 13 player) but everyone decided to play on anyway with uncontested scrums.
Braidholm had taken the lead with an unconverted try and a drop goal when an incident resulted in
the yellow carding of an opposition player and shortly after that a second yellow card was given after
a collision with the referee led to some heated words. The referee then decided that he was
abandoning the match, much to the amazement of all who were there. No doubt it will all come out in
the wash as the dust settles.
This left both teams somewhat bemused, but Norrie stepped into the breach and refereed a friendly,
with the teams balancing up their numbers to allow everyone to have at least some game time. As
the match was abandoned before 60 minutes of play it will now be rescheduled for later in the
season. No match awards or other sundries this week and hopefully we will return to some kind of
normal service by next week. There are a few match pics available though.
11/11/11 Winter Training
The dark nights are once again upon us, meaning outdoor training at Lochinch is not possible. We
have once again secured the use of floodlit facilities nearby at an all weather park. The park is at
Craigholm School, which is on Haggs Road, round the corner from Cartha. We have the park every
Tuesday night from 6 - 7pm. Changing facilities are available.
We need to be changed and ready to get on the park at 6 sharp, to maximise the hours time we have
for training together! We also need folk to make the effort to be there or it makes this a pointless
exercise, and also a waste of money, as we have to pay for the use of this facility! So make sure you
try and attend as often as possible, and drag others along with you!
11/11/11 News Update
Unfortunately Cowal /were again unable to make the fixture on Saturday (29th) so the match has now
been rescheduled for the 7th January. This week we're playing Braidholm at home at 2pm (change in
kick off time due to change in the clocks) and as always everyone is welcome to come along - if you're
a player make sure you've let Craig know you're available.
The big Halloween party went off with a bang (and the occasional fearful whimper) with pretty much a
full house including some interesting costumes - and lack of....not that we're naming names Ross and
Ross...! Great night had by all and a lot of money raised for a great cause. Well done, once again,
to Zoe for excellent organisation!!
Ryan from the Wed team along with Mike and Sam from L&B were all playing as part of the British
Police team in the Irish Combined Police v British Police match on Wed 2nd November. A fiercely
fought contest resulted in the British Team securing a 24-18 win in what will become an annual fixture.
Our intrepid tourists have returned from Kiwiville more or less in one piece - you can read the
conclusion to their trip (or the whole thing if you like) in the blog which has had nearly 4000 hits!
24/10/11 Next Week
Indoor training is still under discussion and hopefully will be resolved for next week - again this doesn't
stop you doing a bit on your own or phoning up some of the guys for a fitness get together!
We have our postponed match against Cowal on Saturday (29th) with a 3pm kick off (this is the last
3pm kick off for 2011). Please get your availability to Heid (aka Robert McA) ASAP - don't make him
waste time chasing you .... it only takes a second to respond to a text, call or email!
The big Halloween party will take place in the evening and there are a handful of rapidly dwindling
tickets still available! It's just £5 with proceeds from the night including a super raffle and auction
going to worthy charities as always! ~The night is always an absolute belter so make every effort to
be their if you can!
09/10/11 This Week
The rain held off and the wind stayed fairly gentle for the match giving both teams a fair crack at the
whip for our league fixture against our old mates Hyndland. Though the game started slowly with
points coming from penalties it eventually ramped up with the MIB taking the honours 21-11 and
racking up a badly needed 4 points. Big thanks to all the guys who turned up and played!
For anyone who thinks that the league table looks a bit askew from last week .... it IS ..... point
deductions for teams that have failed to show have now been put on the board and it's caused a real
shift around in overall points and leaves us sitting second top in the table (having gained 4 points
from this week's game, but losing 3 points for failing to show for the Lanark match). Every game
between now and Christmas is critical to give us a good basis to move into the 2012 matches and
maintain the good start to finish at (or near) the top of the table.
Unfortunately during Saturday's match Bob was knocked flying by a multiple tackle that happened
right on the touchline, but we're pleased to report that nothing was broken and though there is a
ligament injury to his leg he should make a full recovery and we hope he's fighting fit again very
soon! MOM went again to Ron 'Weasley' Alloway. DOD went to Bob for getting tackled on the
touchline and taking out the water bottles and carrier in the process (yes, we know it's cruel...however
once we know someone is ok it's obligatory for them to be slagged off) and TOTW (or rather tan of
the week) went to Ian W. Once again don't blame us... we don't choose 'em! Pics are now on line.
15/10/11 This Week Next Week
It was hugely disappointing today to have to call off the match against Lanark at the very last gasp!
The half term break and required working shifts (both messing with the availability of regular team
members) was primarily to blame, but it does highlight a need to make every effort to be available
when you can be and to let either Hartley or Craig know well in time!
Next week we are at home against our old pals Hyndland with a 3pm kick off. Please make every
effort to respond to calls, texts or messages about availability as quickly as you can.
There will be no training this week with new arrangements to be confirmed shortly for indoor training.
This of course doesn't prevent you getting down to the gym, going for a run or taking part in any
other physical activity and giving it some big licks to keep yourself in playing shape!
09/10/11 Caption Competition
The Caption Competition has now been finished and a new one is up. You can see the winning entry
from Craig here, plus the best of the rest and we also have the previous competition results up - well
done to Kenny McN (sorry we didn't realise we hadn't posted them yet...!).
There's now a new picture up so get on over to it and see if you can't think of something funnier,
wittier and cleverer than all of your team mates....come on....surely it can't be THAT hard!!
09/10/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! This
Saturday we're away to our old mates Lanark with a 3pm kick off. Please get your availability to
Hartley (Robert A) ASAP - don't make him waste time chasing you .... it only takes a second to
respond to a text, call or email!
Halloween is rapidly approaching and the 'must attend' part of the SPRFC calendar. Competition for
'best costume' is always fierce - so get preparing now. Tickets are available from barmaid Zoe but the
event is usually a 'sell out' on the night so we'd recommend getting in sooner rather than later!
09/10/11 This Week
It was a weird day for weather.....with mild, rainy conditions and an infestation of midges.....but it was a
good day for rugby! Sadly the planned league game against Cowal had to be cancelled as they were
unable to produce a front row, however Cumbernauld 2s stepped into the breach with an offer of a
friendly and the team were suitably grateful - needing to banish the blues of last week's performance
and get back to our winning ways! And they did it i in style with a 22-10 victory over the visitors,
comprising of 3 tries, 2 conversions and one penalty. MOM went to Ron 'Weasley' Alloway. DOD
went to Twilight for forgetting his pants and having to go to work commando and TOTW went to Al W.
Pics are now on line.
05/10/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! This
Saturday we're taking on Cowal at home with a 3pm kick off. Please get your availability to Hartley
(Robert A) ASAP - don't make him waste time chasing you .... it only takes a second to respond to a
text, call or email!
On Friday night there's a Rat Pack Tribute evening at Lochinch at 8pm. Your £10 ticket includes a
buffet and the entertainment for the night. Show your support for the club and bring along some pals
or the better half for a great evenings entertainment!
Now the rest of the reprobates have joined Sandy and Norrie in New Zealand you'd be mad to miss
out on their ever decreasing circle of antics on Sandy and Norrie's blog - there's more than 1000
people checking in with what they are up to so go on over and see what the fuss is about!
05/10/11 This Week
The day didn't start well with the unmentionable World Cup result - though a good breakfast, cooked
by Zoe, was had by all - and it didn't really perk up on a rugby front! There were a few other
obstacles on our way....torrential rain, late call offs, a van with only 5 seats (instead of 16) and a
player who managed to miss the boat....quite literally....by seconds!
However a team of 16 plus some 6 supporters did make it across to Arran and a slightly surprising
early kick off at 2.20pm. Sadly the game was most definitely not to go our way, with underfoot
conditions that mostly resembled a children's water slide and a team that just couldn't seem to put it
together (except in defence) we ended up losing to a young and feisty Arran side by 21 - 0. A bit of a
bitter pill to swallow, but something we hope to redress in the return fixture in January.
MOM wasn't given out. DOD went to Johnny for the amount of times he seemed to hit the deck
clutching some kind of injury! Two special Misc awards were given, one for two weeks ago 'Press Ups
On the Touchline' which was shamelessly fished for by Hartley and the 'Timex Award' which goes to
Davy A for missing the boat! TOTW, voted by the ladies, go to Darren. Pics are now on line.
20/09/11 Dates for Your Diary
We've got some social and other stuff on the horizon so get the dates in your diary and sort out your
time off to come along and join us!
01/10/11 8.30am England v Scotland screening at Lochinch with breakfast on offer (at a very
reasonable price). Friends, hingers etc all welcome to view the match and have some scran! The
team will then head off to play the Isle of Arran!
07/10/11 8pm Rat Pack Tribute Evening (Sounds also from Matt Munro, Bobby Darrin and Michael
Buble) £10 per ticket Finger Buffet Doors open 7pm Show commences 8pm
29/10/11 7.30pm Halloween Party - always a favourite with a highly competitive costume award!
03/11/11 An Evening of Clairvoyance with Roy Dodd Psychic/Medium Tickets £6 Doors Open 7pm
Show commences 8.30
17/12/11 Chancers Christmas Party - an annual bash at the clubhouse hosted by the indescribable
Chancers including our very own Sandy G, one not to be missed!
20/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! We don't
have a match this Saturday, instead there will be an extra training session on at 2pm at Lochinch.
Please make every effort to be there so we can continue to build on the success of the first three
games of the season!
With the rest of the NZ MIBs getting ready to set off don't forget to check out Sandy and Norrie's blog
- even if it curls your toes with jealousy!
20/09/11 This Week
Well the season does keep getting sweeter it's true! Firstly an intrepid team set off down to
Birmingham mid week to compete in the British Police 7s. Despite a ropey start things improved and
the team ended up in 3rd position out of their Pool of 5 - 2 wins and 2 losses. Having dragged
themselves off to the changing rooms for a shower (with the prospect of a beer and some food on the
horizon) the team were a little disheartened to discover that they had to get dressed again and go out
and play in the plate. They were up to the job though and secured a place in the plate final! It was a
cruel game, where despite having the majority of the possession they ended up losing to Humberside
by 26-31! Still it was a great showing and here's hoping that next year we can finally bring the cup
home!
On to Saturday and though the match started with a nasty injury to Euan McM the team continued to
show the form of the last few weeks by beating Mid Argyll by 38-3, securing another bonus point and
the top position in the league! Well done to all that played and we wish Euan a speedy recovery with
his broken bits!
MOM was split between our first league winner Stevie Farmer, Grant Gibson and Robert McAteer who
all gave a little bit above and beyond. The MOM award for last week has now been given too with
Gibby (Ross G) taking the honours. DOD is given to Bob and Johnnie for their strapping of Euan's
poor leg....though, due to girlie screaming, Euan nearly got it - however the severity of the injury has
given him an 'out' (again don't blame us we don't make these decisions we just publish them!).
TOTW go to Tay. Pics are now on line.
04/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm!
We've got a team heading down to Birmingham/Stourbridge for the PSUK 7s Tournament on
Wednesday 14th September. Updates will be posted on to the Facebook page.
We take on Mid Argyll at home at 3pm on Saturday. Please get your availability over to Craig ASAP.
It would be great to see another set of strong support out to cheer the team on so come on down to
Lochinch and join in the fun!
Don't forget to check out Sandy and Norrie's blog - even the Scotland Captain Al Kellock has posted
a comment - you'd be mass to miss it!
09/09/11 This Week
Oh it was a good one! The weather stayed dry, the support was vocal and plentiful, the team were up
for it and the main pitch was back in use after the drainage work over the summer. On sparkling form
the team started to put together some of the missing pieces from the week before and by half time
were 10 - 0 ahead. Building from the off in the second half with plenty of passion and drive, the final
score came in at a hugely satisfying 29 - 0 giving us our first bonus point of the season and putting us
2nd in the league. A few intrepid souls headed out for a social after the match and a good time was
had by all!
We're still waiting for MOM and DOD awards to be given. TOTW go to Ross. Pics are now on line.
04/09/11 The S&N Odyssey
Some of you may be vaguely aware that we have a gang of eight going out to the World Cup....of the
eight however two are forerunners...going out to scout, prepare and squeeze every ounce of
enjoyment out of the event for 8 whole weeks! Many of you will be familiar with Sandy and Norrie's
previous blogs however this year we've upped the technical ante and we're allowing them to post
news, information, drivel and down right lies directly on line to their own blog (yes, yes...crazy we
know!). You'll be able to follow them from their departure from Heathrow on Tuesday 6th September
on their Blog....you can even leave comments on their postings - though they will be moderated to
stop the totally outrageous being published! If you're one of our Facebook followers (search for
SPRFC Fan on FB to find us) then we will post up notification of blog entries to help you know when to
return to soak up more of their alcohol laden ramblings!
04/09/11 Congratulations
Congratulations to Stevie F and Helen on their engagement - we wish them every happiness as they
plan their life together.
04/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm!
We have our first home league game against Moffat at 3pm on Saturday. Hopefully folks won't be too
tired from staying up to watch Scotland!! Please get your availability over to Craig ASAP. It would be
great to see a strong support out to cheer the team on in their first league home game so come on
down to Lochinch and join in the fun!
In other news Renfrew have pulled out of the league as a separate club and will be combining with
Mid Argyll to assist them particularly in away matches. This means we now have two 'bye' weeks
within the season.
04/09/11 This Week
The promised rain held off and it was good match weather for our first league game of the season as
the team headed over to Bishopton for the first time in many years. The ground was wet underfoot
but this wasn't a deterrent to the team who pushed into the attack from the off and never really
stopped for the whole match. Despite dominating the match Bishopton went ahead by 3 points and
with none of the MIB moves coming to fruition the score stuck there for quite a while giving the
support no end of nervous tension. Finally the work was rewarded when Tay popped over the line
with the ball and the score was then converted. No further scores over the course of the match
(though a few near misses) and we ended up the 3- 7 winners!
In a nice double header to start the season MOM and TOTW go to Stevie Farmer, DOD (Dick of the
Day) goes to Sandy G for having his New Zealand card easily 'stolen' from him. Pics (courtesy of
Lewis and Mazi) are now on line.
01/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! It's never
too late so get yourself over for a session!
We kick off the league at 3pm on Saturday over at our old friends Bishopton! Please be aware that
there is likely to be a volume of football traffic so leave enough time to travel. It would be great to see
a strong support out to cheer the team on in their first league and first away match of the season!
01/09/11 This Week
In the opening match of the season the team took on Strathendrick at home in a Bowl game. Good
weather and a full team set the day off to a great start and the team dominated the first 15 minutes of
the game. Sadly towards the end of the match the tide turned the other way with a disappointing and
perhaps unreflective score of 3-29. Onwards and upwards however as we march into the new season
from this coming Saturday. No news has been given on a MOM, DOD or TOTW - however we did
have one of our Misc Awards given out - with Heid securing the 'Sartorial Elegance' award for his post
match attire! Pics and a match report are both now on line
24/08/11 Discounts for SPRFC
Norrie has a couple of great offers for everyone at SPRFC Fan. Firstly many of you will know that
Norrie is licensed to conduct weddings, baby naming ceremonies and funerals - if you'd be interested
in booking an independent humanist ceremony then please visit the website and you'll also get 15%
off!
You can also get a 15% discount off the cost of hiring the gorgeous Glenlivet Lodge if you fancy a few
days or even a week or two away. Both offers along with the web addresses have been added to our
links page.
24/08/11 Next Week
Pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at
6pm! It's never too late so get yourself over for a session!
We kick off at 3pm on Saturday in our first season fixture. We're taking on Strathendrick at home in
the cup - playing on the far pitch to give the grass on the main pitch another couple of weeks to
recover from the drainage work that has been completed over the break. Availability to Craig as soon
as possible please. The webmistress is off elsewhere so updates following the match won't happen till
around Tuesday!
Last chance for the caption Competition - which will come to a close at the end of August
14/08/11 Pre-Season Cancellation
Unfortunately Uddingston 2s have had to pull out of our pre-season friendly on Saturday at Lochinch.
So instead of a match we're going to hold a training session kicking off at 2pm which will finish in time
to be changed pressed and dressed for the Scotland v Italy match.
14/08/11 Next Week
Pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at
6pm! It's never too late so get yourself over for a session!
We're also hosting Uddingston 2s for a pre-season friendly on Saturday at Lochinch. We'll be playing
on the far pitch to give the grass on the main pitch another couple of weeks to recover from the
drainage work that has been completed over the break. Availability to Craig as soon as possible
please. Everyone who can play (and turns up) will get on the park for at least part of the game!
Don't forget the caption Competition - which will come to a close at the end of August - so get your
entries in now!
14/08/11 Clydebank 10s
Numbers were tight, and after the first match we were down to just 10 to continue on, but the team
held out and took on all three teams in the group - Loch Lomond, West of Scotland and Lanark.
Despite some flashes of brilliance it just wasn't to be our day with all three matches ending up in a
loss and the team heading for the showers and a burger by 4pm.
A big thank you to the guys who played on the day Lewis, Liam, Ross (Gibby), Grant, Steve, Robert
(Heid), Chris (Obama), Ian, Ryan (Twilight), Darren (mk II) and Ross. Despite having three men of the
ginger persuasion on the field we didn't actually enter into the space time vortex, so we think those
rumours might not be true. Big thank you also to Bob who sorted out the kit and the balls as usual -
it's a thankless task and we're lucky to have someone who does it so faithfully week after week! And
thanks to the Clydebank boys who helped out for the final game!
Match photo's are on line and, as usual, make the team look like they know what they're doing! LOL!
We also had some live 'intra match' reporting of scores going on to the Facebook page - so if you
haven't 'liked' us yet get along and do it if you want to be kept up with scores as they happen!
02/08/11 Pre Season Training & Social
Pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at
6pm! Pics from last week's training will be on line shortly. There won't be a touch/training session on
Saturday (06/08/11) as there is a pre-season social at the Scotland v Ireland game. Plan is to get the
train through, have a few beers, watch the game, have a few more beers and then come home.
Contact Alan, Craig, Heid or Euan for details!
23/07/11 Pre Season Social - 6th August
There is a pre-season social planned for the 6th August at the Scotland v Ireland game. Plan is to
get the train through, have a few beers, watch the game, have a few more beers and then come
home. See Alan for tickets and Heid and Euan for social details!
23/07/11 Pre Season Training & Saturday Touch
Pre-season continued this week with sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Pics from all of
them (session 6, 7 and 8) are now on line and a big 'well done' to all of those who showed up -
especially on 'drenched' Thursday! The Saturday touch and training session was held in glorious
weather and with a few 'offspring' around having a great time playing in the grounds while training was
going on.
The water main burst again during the week leaving us without any water to the facility on Tuesday
and Wed but was fixed on time for Thursday and Saturday training - hopefully that's the last of it for
us!
17/07/11 New Facebook Pages
Get along and tag our new pages in Facebook to get the very latest news including intra-match
reporting once the season starts! If you already have a Facebook account then simply search for
SPRFC Fan and 'like' us to join in the fun!
17/07/11 Pre Season Training & Saturday Touch
Pre-season continued this week with sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Pics from all of
them are now on line and a big 'well done' to all of those who showed up! There are still a lot of
familiar faces missing - it's never too late - so get yourself along to this week's sessions.
A water main burst in Pollok Park on Tuesday leaving us without any water to the facility, but training
still went ahead though we were unable to open the bar. Big 'up' to Westy who climbed a tree (with
some assistance) on Saturday to retrieve one of our balls!
Again a reminder that the clubhouse is open on both training nights from 7pm to 9pm and as well as
the usual bar service, teas and coffees are available and also cold filled rolls at the bargain price of
£1 each! Families and hingers on are welcome to use the facility if they fancy coming along and
visiting the rest of the fabulous features in Pollok park on these longer 'summer' evenings!
11/07/11 Pre Season Training & Saturday Touch
Pre-season continued on Thursday as the Eager/Exhausted Eight ran themselves ragged. Pics are
now on line. There is also a game of touch and some training happening on a Saturday. Be down at
Lochinch for 1.30pm to join in the fun (especially if you haven't been able to get to one of the
midweek sessions!
A reminder that the clubhouse is open on both training nights from 7pm to 9pm and as well as the
usual bar service, teas and coffees are available and also cold filled rolls at the bargain price of £1
each! Families and hingers on are welcome to use the facility if they fancy coming along and visiting
the rest of the fabulous features in Pollok park on these longer 'summer' evenings!
07/07/11 Caption Competition
New Season - new competition. These will run monthly going forwards so get your entries in fast! We
already have a few pics lined up but if you have any stashed away you think would be fun then send
them on to us! We also have the winner from the last pic that was up - just to round things off. No
surprise that Craig takes the prize again!....
05/07/11 Pre Season Training & Clubhouse Opening
Pre-season training kicked off with a 'bang' and quite a lot of 'whimpering' tonight as the 'Dirty Dozen
went through their paces (including the hideous Deer Leap run). Much fun and hilarity though and
surprisingly no vomiting. The first set of pics are now on line. There are still a lot of familiar faces
missing though! Get yourself down to Lochinch on a Tuesday and Thursday at 6.00pm (changed
and on the pitch) to join in the fun.
The clubhouse is open on both training nights from 7pm to 9pm and as well as the usual bar service,
teas and coffees are available and also cold filled rolls at the bargain price of £1 each! Families and
hingers on are welcome to use the facility if they fancy coming along and visiting the rest of the
fabulous features in Pollok park on these longer 'summer' evenings!
05/07/11 Forum, Facebook and Twitter
This season we're upping the ante on our 'web presence' with the addition of a Facebook site for the
team and plans to Twitter inter-match updates for anyone who is not able to be at the games. More
information will follow.
As always our forum is the place to get the latest news on the MIB! To join in with the craic and
general shenanigans registration is simple and quick, though you will have to wait for an administrator
to approve your application however this rarely takes longer than 24 hours at most. Any problems
then contact us at admin@sprfcfan.com
05/07/11 Congratulations
Big congratulations to Nellie and Rhi who welcomed Cameron into their family on the 26th May He
arrived weighing in at a healthy 10lbs 4oz (obviously destined for the pack like his dad!) - we wish
them all the very best!
Congratulations also to Kenny McL who pulled a fly one and got hitched to the lovely Arlene on the
15th June. Best wishes to the happy couple from everyone at SPRFC!
05/07/11 League Fixtures
Next season's league fixtures are now out and available on the calendar. There are still friendly
matches, PSUK matches, 2XV matches and social events to be added so keep checking back.
05/07/11 Interested in playing rugby?
Strathclyde Police Rugby Club is looking to recruit new players ahead of the 2011/20120 season
starting in September. Whether you are looking for a new club, haven’t played in awhile or never
before you will be made more than welcome. Pre season training is at 1800 hrs every Tuesday and
Thursday. This is an ideal opportunity to get fit and meet new friends. Please contact us at
players@sprfcfan.com if you're interested in finding out more.
05/07/11 Up From the Ashes
The website has undergone it's revamp and like a phoenix is born again from the ashes of last
season to battle on anew for one more year! We think that we've tested everything - but it's always
possible that we've missed a spot or two - if there are any broken links or things that don't work quite
the way they should then let us know at admin@sprfcfan.com
30/06/11 Round Up
Season is done and dusted and the 2010/11 website has been archived. Quick final update.
McLaren won the league in their final game at Lochinch by 1 point, much to the disappointment of the
Paisley fans who had joined us en masse. Final TOTW went to Westy. Pictures from the match are
on line. Abbamania in the evening of the 7th was a great night with all those attending having a ball!
The AGM saw all the officials returned to their duties, with Hartley stepping up to fill in during October
next year when the New Zealand tour is underway. The appointment of team captains will be made
during Pre-season training. The minutes from the AGM will be available in the players area. Pics
from the dinner game and the dinner are on line. The Dinner was fantastic with Peter Wright keeping
everyone entertained. Well done to Craig Aikman being awarded the Player of the Year and the
Clubman of the Year awards - a classic and utterly deserved double!
Big thanks to everyone who helped out at family day on the 12th June.
The game on Wednesday 1st February at home against South Yorkshire in the PSUK Cup had to be
cancelled. Despite our best hopes (and the opposition team travelling) one corner of our pitch didn't
get the sun in time to soften the ground and made that section of the pitch unplayable. As a result
the game had to be cancelled and as this is already a rearranged fixture with the opposition travelling
to us it means that we forfeit the game and drop out of the PSUK cup for this year which is gutting!
A big thank you to South Yorkshire who were up at 6am travelling to make the fixture and who were
equally disappointed that there was no game. Thankfully we were able to feed them before sending
them back down the road. Hopefully we'll have a chance to meet them again in a future tournament.
The SPRA Sports Colours Awards will take place in The Central Hotel on Friday 23rd March this
year. This is the Strathclyde Police Sports awards ceremony, as well as a very nice meal and a good
chance to socialise across the SPRA sections. The rugby section will, as in previous years, have a
couple of tables at this event so please see Alan Watson for the very reasonably priced ticket(s)
ASAP.
30/01/12 News Update
The home game scheduled against Lanark on the 28thJanuary has been postponed due to the
frozen ground at Lochinch. This means that our next game (weather Gods permitting) will be on
Wednesday 1st February at home against South Yorkshire in the PSUK Cup. Training will take place
on Tuesday as normal.
20/01/12 News Update
The away game scheduled against Cowal on the 21st January has been postponed due to the
ground conditions of the oppositions pitch. This means that our next game will be on the 28th
January at home against Lanark. Please contact Craig with your availability as soon as possible!
Training will take place on Tuesday as normal.
15/01/12 Next Week
Training is on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner off Haggs
Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of the facility!
This coming week we're playing an away game against Cowal with a 2pm kick off over in Dunoon.
There will be transport from Lochinch - speak to Craig with your availability or for a place on the bus
(es) as soon as possible!
Along with the boy's tour which is now only weeks away there are a couple of ladies social nights
being arranged for the 11th and 18th February. All females associated with the club or with the
players are more than welcome to come along and join in - speak to Suse or Zoe (barmaid) for more
details.
15/01/12 This Week
Cold, still but dull conditions were the order of the day at Lochinch where we were hosting the boys
from the Isle of Arran plus their supporters. Both teams went into the match whole heartedly and
some robust rugby was seen on both sides with honours fairly even for much of the match however it
was the speed of the Arran backs that eventually put paid to the home team's hopes with their well
timed tries. It was great to see some old faces on the pitch playing for us notably Chris, Marcus and
the immortal Cheesy, as well as some of the newer faces. One Arran player had to be carried off with
an ankle injury and we wish him a speedy recovery. Pictures are now on line.
Man of the Match is still to be confirmed (we'll update as soon as possible) and TOTW (thighs of the
week) went to Ross McA. DOD was awarded to Tom P for his 'ball surfing' moment that resulted not
in a stomach injury but a hurt leg (though Valium's 'falling over nothing' very nearly got him the award)
- as always, don't blame us we don't pick 'em - we just publish 'em!
09/01/12 Next Week
Training will recommence this week on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round
the corner off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full
advantage of the facility!
This coming week we're playing a home game against the Isle of Arran with a 2pm kick off - if you're a
player get your availability to Craig as soon as possible!
09/01/12 This Week
The weather for once was smiling and despite some team hiccups we managed to troop out on time at
2pm for the match against our old muckers Cowal. As the wind picked up over the course of the
match so did the scoreline for the MIB with the final result a very satisfying 33-10 with the much
needed bonus point secured for the team. Pictures are now on line.
Ian W was Man of the Match, TOTW narrowly went to Stevie. DOD was awarded to Kenny for arriving
late, getting on at half time and dropping the first ball that came his way, social DOD goes to Gary for
failing to notice that he was getting in a 5-door car and trying to bring the front seat forward to get in.
One of our 'speshul awards' was given out to Davy for his vomiting efforts at the side of the pitch!
12/12/11 Updates
Training is now off till after the new year and we'll let you know the date it resumes as soon as we
have it!
Our first foray into the PSUK cup for this year against South Yorkshire was unfortunately cancelled
due to the weather as was our match against Mid Argyll whose pitch was unplayable as well as
journey conditions being too hazardous.
The Christmas night 'in' is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. There are a very few
tickets left at £10 a pop with all proceeds going to charity (the night includes a buffet too) - see, text
or email Sandy G asap!
We also wish all the players, ex players, fans, family, Lochinch staff, friends and hingers oan the very
best of Christmas Joy!
04/12/11 Next Week
Training will continue this week (hideous weather permitting) on Tuesday night at Craigholme All
Weather pitches just round the corner off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at
6pm to allow us the full advantage of the facility!
On Wednesday we have our first foray into the PSUK cup for this year with a home game against
South Yorkshire. Kick off is at 2pm and all support would be very welcome down at Lochinch.
This coming week we're playing an away game against Mid Argyll all the way up at Lochgilphead with
a 2pm kick off - if you're a player get your availability to Craig as soon as possible!
The Christmas night out is still happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual
Chancers Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. There are
a very few tickets left at £10 a pop with all proceeds going to charity (the night includes a buffet too) -
see, text or email Sandy G asap!
04/12/11 This Week
The weather once again drove all but the hardiest of the spectators indoors as we took on Bishopton
at home. Despite a bit of a slow start the team eventually got into gear and started to put points on
the board with the final score coming in at a very useful 26-0 giving us a much needed bonus point
into the bargain,
Grant was Man of the Match, TOTW went to Brian. There are only a few match pictures available
given that the webmistress chickened out at the first driving rain shower and headed back into the bar
(and who can blame her!).
01/12/11 Next Week
Training was cancelled this week but will continue next week (hideous weather permitting) on Tuesday
night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner off Haggs Road. You need to be
changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of the facility! This week we're playing
a home game against Bishopton with a 2pm kick off - if you're a player get your availability to Craig as
soon as possible!
The Christmas night out is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. Tickets are still on
sale but going very fast!
01/12/11 This Week
This week we had our postponed fixture away against Lanark and it's hard to imagine more inclement
conditions. Freezing rain driven by a vicious wind left the players virtually blue. A tough fought
contest with Lanark taking the honours by 15-0 and a hot bath for everyone to stave off hypothermia!
Man of the Match again went to Ron 'Weasley' Alloway and Dick of the Day has been awarded to Heid
for making everyone think that he had a neck injury when in fact it was his ribs. There are sadly no
match pics available at the moment as the usual photographers were either playing or absent.
23/11/11 Next Week & Some Diary Dates
Winter Training continues on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner
off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of
the facility! This week we're playing our postponed game against Lanark with a 2pm kick off - if you're
a player get your availability to Craig s soon as possible! Travel arrangements will be confirmed
closer to the day
The Christmas night out is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. Tickets are still on
sale but going very fast!
All postponed fixtures have now been put into the calendar so make sure you update your own diary!
23/11/11 This Week
This week we had our return fixture against Moffat - travelling down the M74 on a pleasant autumnal
afternoon. Given that we had beaten the team 29-0 at home there was a quiet confidence that sadly
didn't translate into co-ordinated play on the day. With heavy underfoot conditions the team just
never picked up any pace and, though there were periods of better play, overall the performance was
disappointing with Moffat winning by 24-13.
After enjoying the hospitality of the opposition in The Coachman the fast bus zoomed off home
leaving the slow bus to make it's meandering way later on and a good time was had by all!
We don't have news of any awards from the match but will update when they are given. There are a
few match pics available.
13/11/11 Next Week & Some Diary Dates
Winter Training continues on Tuesday night at Craigholme All Weather pitches just round the corner
off Haggs Road. You need to be changed and ready to go at 6pm to allow us the full advantage of
the facility!
This week we're playing away at Moffat with a 2pm kick off - if you're a player make sure you've let
Craig know you're availability as soon as possible - please don't make him waste his time chasing up
unanswered texts or calls!
The Christmas night out is happening on the 17th December at Lochinch. It's the annual Chancers
Gig (Sandy's Band) with all proceeds from tickets going to a very worthy cause. Make sure you get
your tickets early as this event is ALWAYS a sell out!
The date for our first foray into this years PSUK cup has been confirmed as Wednesday 7th
December with a 2pm kick off. We're starting in the top 16 this year having been 'seeded' due to last
years performance. The match is against South Yorkshire.
13/11/11 This Week
Well we're not entirely sure what to make of Saturday's going ons! On the plus side the weather was
gorgeous with a crisp sunny autumn day in full glory. Braidholm were unable to field a full squad
(having at first 12 then 13 player) but everyone decided to play on anyway with uncontested scrums.
Braidholm had taken the lead with an unconverted try and a drop goal when an incident resulted in
the yellow carding of an opposition player and shortly after that a second yellow card was given after
a collision with the referee led to some heated words. The referee then decided that he was
abandoning the match, much to the amazement of all who were there. No doubt it will all come out in
the wash as the dust settles.
This left both teams somewhat bemused, but Norrie stepped into the breach and refereed a friendly,
with the teams balancing up their numbers to allow everyone to have at least some game time. As
the match was abandoned before 60 minutes of play it will now be rescheduled for later in the
season. No match awards or other sundries this week and hopefully we will return to some kind of
normal service by next week. There are a few match pics available though.
11/11/11 Winter Training
The dark nights are once again upon us, meaning outdoor training at Lochinch is not possible. We
have once again secured the use of floodlit facilities nearby at an all weather park. The park is at
Craigholm School, which is on Haggs Road, round the corner from Cartha. We have the park every
Tuesday night from 6 - 7pm. Changing facilities are available.
We need to be changed and ready to get on the park at 6 sharp, to maximise the hours time we have
for training together! We also need folk to make the effort to be there or it makes this a pointless
exercise, and also a waste of money, as we have to pay for the use of this facility! So make sure you
try and attend as often as possible, and drag others along with you!
11/11/11 News Update
Unfortunately Cowal /were again unable to make the fixture on Saturday (29th) so the match has now
been rescheduled for the 7th January. This week we're playing Braidholm at home at 2pm (change in
kick off time due to change in the clocks) and as always everyone is welcome to come along - if you're
a player make sure you've let Craig know you're available.
The big Halloween party went off with a bang (and the occasional fearful whimper) with pretty much a
full house including some interesting costumes - and lack of....not that we're naming names Ross and
Ross...! Great night had by all and a lot of money raised for a great cause. Well done, once again,
to Zoe for excellent organisation!!
Ryan from the Wed team along with Mike and Sam from L&B were all playing as part of the British
Police team in the Irish Combined Police v British Police match on Wed 2nd November. A fiercely
fought contest resulted in the British Team securing a 24-18 win in what will become an annual fixture.
Our intrepid tourists have returned from Kiwiville more or less in one piece - you can read the
conclusion to their trip (or the whole thing if you like) in the blog which has had nearly 4000 hits!
24/10/11 Next Week
Indoor training is still under discussion and hopefully will be resolved for next week - again this doesn't
stop you doing a bit on your own or phoning up some of the guys for a fitness get together!
We have our postponed match against Cowal on Saturday (29th) with a 3pm kick off (this is the last
3pm kick off for 2011). Please get your availability to Heid (aka Robert McA) ASAP - don't make him
waste time chasing you .... it only takes a second to respond to a text, call or email!
The big Halloween party will take place in the evening and there are a handful of rapidly dwindling
tickets still available! It's just £5 with proceeds from the night including a super raffle and auction
going to worthy charities as always! ~The night is always an absolute belter so make every effort to
be their if you can!
09/10/11 This Week
The rain held off and the wind stayed fairly gentle for the match giving both teams a fair crack at the
whip for our league fixture against our old mates Hyndland. Though the game started slowly with
points coming from penalties it eventually ramped up with the MIB taking the honours 21-11 and
racking up a badly needed 4 points. Big thanks to all the guys who turned up and played!
For anyone who thinks that the league table looks a bit askew from last week .... it IS ..... point
deductions for teams that have failed to show have now been put on the board and it's caused a real
shift around in overall points and leaves us sitting second top in the table (having gained 4 points
from this week's game, but losing 3 points for failing to show for the Lanark match). Every game
between now and Christmas is critical to give us a good basis to move into the 2012 matches and
maintain the good start to finish at (or near) the top of the table.
Unfortunately during Saturday's match Bob was knocked flying by a multiple tackle that happened
right on the touchline, but we're pleased to report that nothing was broken and though there is a
ligament injury to his leg he should make a full recovery and we hope he's fighting fit again very
soon! MOM went again to Ron 'Weasley' Alloway. DOD went to Bob for getting tackled on the
touchline and taking out the water bottles and carrier in the process (yes, we know it's cruel...however
once we know someone is ok it's obligatory for them to be slagged off) and TOTW (or rather tan of
the week) went to Ian W. Once again don't blame us... we don't choose 'em! Pics are now on line.
15/10/11 This Week Next Week
It was hugely disappointing today to have to call off the match against Lanark at the very last gasp!
The half term break and required working shifts (both messing with the availability of regular team
members) was primarily to blame, but it does highlight a need to make every effort to be available
when you can be and to let either Hartley or Craig know well in time!
Next week we are at home against our old pals Hyndland with a 3pm kick off. Please make every
effort to respond to calls, texts or messages about availability as quickly as you can.
There will be no training this week with new arrangements to be confirmed shortly for indoor training.
This of course doesn't prevent you getting down to the gym, going for a run or taking part in any
other physical activity and giving it some big licks to keep yourself in playing shape!
09/10/11 Caption Competition
The Caption Competition has now been finished and a new one is up. You can see the winning entry
from Craig here, plus the best of the rest and we also have the previous competition results up - well
done to Kenny McN (sorry we didn't realise we hadn't posted them yet...!).
There's now a new picture up so get on over to it and see if you can't think of something funnier,
wittier and cleverer than all of your team mates....come on....surely it can't be THAT hard!!
09/10/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! This
Saturday we're away to our old mates Lanark with a 3pm kick off. Please get your availability to
Hartley (Robert A) ASAP - don't make him waste time chasing you .... it only takes a second to
respond to a text, call or email!
Halloween is rapidly approaching and the 'must attend' part of the SPRFC calendar. Competition for
'best costume' is always fierce - so get preparing now. Tickets are available from barmaid Zoe but the
event is usually a 'sell out' on the night so we'd recommend getting in sooner rather than later!
09/10/11 This Week
It was a weird day for weather.....with mild, rainy conditions and an infestation of midges.....but it was a
good day for rugby! Sadly the planned league game against Cowal had to be cancelled as they were
unable to produce a front row, however Cumbernauld 2s stepped into the breach with an offer of a
friendly and the team were suitably grateful - needing to banish the blues of last week's performance
and get back to our winning ways! And they did it i in style with a 22-10 victory over the visitors,
comprising of 3 tries, 2 conversions and one penalty. MOM went to Ron 'Weasley' Alloway. DOD
went to Twilight for forgetting his pants and having to go to work commando and TOTW went to Al W.
Pics are now on line.
05/10/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! This
Saturday we're taking on Cowal at home with a 3pm kick off. Please get your availability to Hartley
(Robert A) ASAP - don't make him waste time chasing you .... it only takes a second to respond to a
text, call or email!
On Friday night there's a Rat Pack Tribute evening at Lochinch at 8pm. Your £10 ticket includes a
buffet and the entertainment for the night. Show your support for the club and bring along some pals
or the better half for a great evenings entertainment!
Now the rest of the reprobates have joined Sandy and Norrie in New Zealand you'd be mad to miss
out on their ever decreasing circle of antics on Sandy and Norrie's blog - there's more than 1000
people checking in with what they are up to so go on over and see what the fuss is about!
05/10/11 This Week
The day didn't start well with the unmentionable World Cup result - though a good breakfast, cooked
by Zoe, was had by all - and it didn't really perk up on a rugby front! There were a few other
obstacles on our way....torrential rain, late call offs, a van with only 5 seats (instead of 16) and a
player who managed to miss the boat....quite literally....by seconds!
However a team of 16 plus some 6 supporters did make it across to Arran and a slightly surprising
early kick off at 2.20pm. Sadly the game was most definitely not to go our way, with underfoot
conditions that mostly resembled a children's water slide and a team that just couldn't seem to put it
together (except in defence) we ended up losing to a young and feisty Arran side by 21 - 0. A bit of a
bitter pill to swallow, but something we hope to redress in the return fixture in January.
MOM wasn't given out. DOD went to Johnny for the amount of times he seemed to hit the deck
clutching some kind of injury! Two special Misc awards were given, one for two weeks ago 'Press Ups
On the Touchline' which was shamelessly fished for by Hartley and the 'Timex Award' which goes to
Davy A for missing the boat! TOTW, voted by the ladies, go to Darren. Pics are now on line.
20/09/11 Dates for Your Diary
We've got some social and other stuff on the horizon so get the dates in your diary and sort out your
time off to come along and join us!
01/10/11 8.30am England v Scotland screening at Lochinch with breakfast on offer (at a very
reasonable price). Friends, hingers etc all welcome to view the match and have some scran! The
team will then head off to play the Isle of Arran!
07/10/11 8pm Rat Pack Tribute Evening (Sounds also from Matt Munro, Bobby Darrin and Michael
Buble) £10 per ticket Finger Buffet Doors open 7pm Show commences 8pm
29/10/11 7.30pm Halloween Party - always a favourite with a highly competitive costume award!
03/11/11 An Evening of Clairvoyance with Roy Dodd Psychic/Medium Tickets £6 Doors Open 7pm
Show commences 8.30
17/12/11 Chancers Christmas Party - an annual bash at the clubhouse hosted by the indescribable
Chancers including our very own Sandy G, one not to be missed!
20/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! We don't
have a match this Saturday, instead there will be an extra training session on at 2pm at Lochinch.
Please make every effort to be there so we can continue to build on the success of the first three
games of the season!
With the rest of the NZ MIBs getting ready to set off don't forget to check out Sandy and Norrie's blog
- even if it curls your toes with jealousy!
20/09/11 This Week
Well the season does keep getting sweeter it's true! Firstly an intrepid team set off down to
Birmingham mid week to compete in the British Police 7s. Despite a ropey start things improved and
the team ended up in 3rd position out of their Pool of 5 - 2 wins and 2 losses. Having dragged
themselves off to the changing rooms for a shower (with the prospect of a beer and some food on the
horizon) the team were a little disheartened to discover that they had to get dressed again and go out
and play in the plate. They were up to the job though and secured a place in the plate final! It was a
cruel game, where despite having the majority of the possession they ended up losing to Humberside
by 26-31! Still it was a great showing and here's hoping that next year we can finally bring the cup
home!
On to Saturday and though the match started with a nasty injury to Euan McM the team continued to
show the form of the last few weeks by beating Mid Argyll by 38-3, securing another bonus point and
the top position in the league! Well done to all that played and we wish Euan a speedy recovery with
his broken bits!
MOM was split between our first league winner Stevie Farmer, Grant Gibson and Robert McAteer who
all gave a little bit above and beyond. The MOM award for last week has now been given too with
Gibby (Ross G) taking the honours. DOD is given to Bob and Johnnie for their strapping of Euan's
poor leg....though, due to girlie screaming, Euan nearly got it - however the severity of the injury has
given him an 'out' (again don't blame us we don't make these decisions we just publish them!).
TOTW go to Tay. Pics are now on line.
04/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm!
We've got a team heading down to Birmingham/Stourbridge for the PSUK 7s Tournament on
Wednesday 14th September. Updates will be posted on to the Facebook page.
We take on Mid Argyll at home at 3pm on Saturday. Please get your availability over to Craig ASAP.
It would be great to see another set of strong support out to cheer the team on so come on down to
Lochinch and join in the fun!
Don't forget to check out Sandy and Norrie's blog - even the Scotland Captain Al Kellock has posted
a comment - you'd be mass to miss it!
09/09/11 This Week
Oh it was a good one! The weather stayed dry, the support was vocal and plentiful, the team were up
for it and the main pitch was back in use after the drainage work over the summer. On sparkling form
the team started to put together some of the missing pieces from the week before and by half time
were 10 - 0 ahead. Building from the off in the second half with plenty of passion and drive, the final
score came in at a hugely satisfying 29 - 0 giving us our first bonus point of the season and putting us
2nd in the league. A few intrepid souls headed out for a social after the match and a good time was
had by all!
We're still waiting for MOM and DOD awards to be given. TOTW go to Ross. Pics are now on line.
04/09/11 The S&N Odyssey
Some of you may be vaguely aware that we have a gang of eight going out to the World Cup....of the
eight however two are forerunners...going out to scout, prepare and squeeze every ounce of
enjoyment out of the event for 8 whole weeks! Many of you will be familiar with Sandy and Norrie's
previous blogs however this year we've upped the technical ante and we're allowing them to post
news, information, drivel and down right lies directly on line to their own blog (yes, yes...crazy we
know!). You'll be able to follow them from their departure from Heathrow on Tuesday 6th September
on their Blog....you can even leave comments on their postings - though they will be moderated to
stop the totally outrageous being published! If you're one of our Facebook followers (search for
SPRFC Fan on FB to find us) then we will post up notification of blog entries to help you know when to
return to soak up more of their alcohol laden ramblings!
04/09/11 Congratulations
Congratulations to Stevie F and Helen on their engagement - we wish them every happiness as they
plan their life together.
04/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm!
We have our first home league game against Moffat at 3pm on Saturday. Hopefully folks won't be too
tired from staying up to watch Scotland!! Please get your availability over to Craig ASAP. It would be
great to see a strong support out to cheer the team on in their first league home game so come on
down to Lochinch and join in the fun!
In other news Renfrew have pulled out of the league as a separate club and will be combining with
Mid Argyll to assist them particularly in away matches. This means we now have two 'bye' weeks
within the season.
04/09/11 This Week
The promised rain held off and it was good match weather for our first league game of the season as
the team headed over to Bishopton for the first time in many years. The ground was wet underfoot
but this wasn't a deterrent to the team who pushed into the attack from the off and never really
stopped for the whole match. Despite dominating the match Bishopton went ahead by 3 points and
with none of the MIB moves coming to fruition the score stuck there for quite a while giving the
support no end of nervous tension. Finally the work was rewarded when Tay popped over the line
with the ball and the score was then converted. No further scores over the course of the match
(though a few near misses) and we ended up the 3- 7 winners!
In a nice double header to start the season MOM and TOTW go to Stevie Farmer, DOD (Dick of the
Day) goes to Sandy G for having his New Zealand card easily 'stolen' from him. Pics (courtesy of
Lewis and Mazi) are now on line.
01/09/11 Next Week
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at 6pm! It's never
too late so get yourself over for a session!
We kick off the league at 3pm on Saturday over at our old friends Bishopton! Please be aware that
there is likely to be a volume of football traffic so leave enough time to travel. It would be great to see
a strong support out to cheer the team on in their first league and first away match of the season!
01/09/11 This Week
In the opening match of the season the team took on Strathendrick at home in a Bowl game. Good
weather and a full team set the day off to a great start and the team dominated the first 15 minutes of
the game. Sadly towards the end of the match the tide turned the other way with a disappointing and
perhaps unreflective score of 3-29. Onwards and upwards however as we march into the new season
from this coming Saturday. No news has been given on a MOM, DOD or TOTW - however we did
have one of our Misc Awards given out - with Heid securing the 'Sartorial Elegance' award for his post
match attire! Pics and a match report are both now on line
24/08/11 Discounts for SPRFC
Norrie has a couple of great offers for everyone at SPRFC Fan. Firstly many of you will know that
Norrie is licensed to conduct weddings, baby naming ceremonies and funerals - if you'd be interested
in booking an independent humanist ceremony then please visit the website and you'll also get 15%
off!
You can also get a 15% discount off the cost of hiring the gorgeous Glenlivet Lodge if you fancy a few
days or even a week or two away. Both offers along with the web addresses have been added to our
links page.
24/08/11 Next Week
Pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at
6pm! It's never too late so get yourself over for a session!
We kick off at 3pm on Saturday in our first season fixture. We're taking on Strathendrick at home in
the cup - playing on the far pitch to give the grass on the main pitch another couple of weeks to
recover from the drainage work that has been completed over the break. Availability to Craig as soon
as possible please. The webmistress is off elsewhere so updates following the match won't happen till
around Tuesday!
Last chance for the caption Competition - which will come to a close at the end of August
14/08/11 Pre-Season Cancellation
Unfortunately Uddingston 2s have had to pull out of our pre-season friendly on Saturday at Lochinch.
So instead of a match we're going to hold a training session kicking off at 2pm which will finish in time
to be changed pressed and dressed for the Scotland v Italy match.
14/08/11 Next Week
Pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at
6pm! It's never too late so get yourself over for a session!
We're also hosting Uddingston 2s for a pre-season friendly on Saturday at Lochinch. We'll be playing
on the far pitch to give the grass on the main pitch another couple of weeks to recover from the
drainage work that has been completed over the break. Availability to Craig as soon as possible
please. Everyone who can play (and turns up) will get on the park for at least part of the game!
Don't forget the caption Competition - which will come to a close at the end of August - so get your
entries in now!
14/08/11 Clydebank 10s
Numbers were tight, and after the first match we were down to just 10 to continue on, but the team
held out and took on all three teams in the group - Loch Lomond, West of Scotland and Lanark.
Despite some flashes of brilliance it just wasn't to be our day with all three matches ending up in a
loss and the team heading for the showers and a burger by 4pm.
A big thank you to the guys who played on the day Lewis, Liam, Ross (Gibby), Grant, Steve, Robert
(Heid), Chris (Obama), Ian, Ryan (Twilight), Darren (mk II) and Ross. Despite having three men of the
ginger persuasion on the field we didn't actually enter into the space time vortex, so we think those
rumours might not be true. Big thank you also to Bob who sorted out the kit and the balls as usual -
it's a thankless task and we're lucky to have someone who does it so faithfully week after week! And
thanks to the Clydebank boys who helped out for the final game!
Match photo's are on line and, as usual, make the team look like they know what they're doing! LOL!
We also had some live 'intra match' reporting of scores going on to the Facebook page - so if you
haven't 'liked' us yet get along and do it if you want to be kept up with scores as they happen!
02/08/11 Pre Season Training & Social
Pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday this week, changed and ready to go at
6pm! Pics from last week's training will be on line shortly. There won't be a touch/training session on
Saturday (06/08/11) as there is a pre-season social at the Scotland v Ireland game. Plan is to get the
train through, have a few beers, watch the game, have a few more beers and then come home.
Contact Alan, Craig, Heid or Euan for details!
23/07/11 Pre Season Social - 6th August
There is a pre-season social planned for the 6th August at the Scotland v Ireland game. Plan is to
get the train through, have a few beers, watch the game, have a few more beers and then come
home. See Alan for tickets and Heid and Euan for social details!
23/07/11 Pre Season Training & Saturday Touch
Pre-season continued this week with sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Pics from all of
them (session 6, 7 and 8) are now on line and a big 'well done' to all of those who showed up -
especially on 'drenched' Thursday! The Saturday touch and training session was held in glorious
weather and with a few 'offspring' around having a great time playing in the grounds while training was
going on.
The water main burst again during the week leaving us without any water to the facility on Tuesday
and Wed but was fixed on time for Thursday and Saturday training - hopefully that's the last of it for
us!
17/07/11 New Facebook Pages
Get along and tag our new pages in Facebook to get the very latest news including intra-match
reporting once the season starts! If you already have a Facebook account then simply search for
SPRFC Fan and 'like' us to join in the fun!
17/07/11 Pre Season Training & Saturday Touch
Pre-season continued this week with sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Pics from all of
them are now on line and a big 'well done' to all of those who showed up! There are still a lot of
familiar faces missing - it's never too late - so get yourself along to this week's sessions.
A water main burst in Pollok Park on Tuesday leaving us without any water to the facility, but training
still went ahead though we were unable to open the bar. Big 'up' to Westy who climbed a tree (with
some assistance) on Saturday to retrieve one of our balls!
Again a reminder that the clubhouse is open on both training nights from 7pm to 9pm and as well as
the usual bar service, teas and coffees are available and also cold filled rolls at the bargain price of
£1 each! Families and hingers on are welcome to use the facility if they fancy coming along and
visiting the rest of the fabulous features in Pollok park on these longer 'summer' evenings!
11/07/11 Pre Season Training & Saturday Touch
Pre-season continued on Thursday as the Eager/Exhausted Eight ran themselves ragged. Pics are
now on line. There is also a game of touch and some training happening on a Saturday. Be down at
Lochinch for 1.30pm to join in the fun (especially if you haven't been able to get to one of the
midweek sessions!
A reminder that the clubhouse is open on both training nights from 7pm to 9pm and as well as the
usual bar service, teas and coffees are available and also cold filled rolls at the bargain price of £1
each! Families and hingers on are welcome to use the facility if they fancy coming along and visiting
the rest of the fabulous features in Pollok park on these longer 'summer' evenings!
07/07/11 Caption Competition
New Season - new competition. These will run monthly going forwards so get your entries in fast! We
already have a few pics lined up but if you have any stashed away you think would be fun then send
them on to us! We also have the winner from the last pic that was up - just to round things off. No
surprise that Craig takes the prize again!....
05/07/11 Pre Season Training & Clubhouse Opening
Pre-season training kicked off with a 'bang' and quite a lot of 'whimpering' tonight as the 'Dirty Dozen
went through their paces (including the hideous Deer Leap run). Much fun and hilarity though and
surprisingly no vomiting. The first set of pics are now on line. There are still a lot of familiar faces
missing though! Get yourself down to Lochinch on a Tuesday and Thursday at 6.00pm (changed
and on the pitch) to join in the fun.
The clubhouse is open on both training nights from 7pm to 9pm and as well as the usual bar service,
teas and coffees are available and also cold filled rolls at the bargain price of £1 each! Families and
hingers on are welcome to use the facility if they fancy coming along and visiting the rest of the
fabulous features in Pollok park on these longer 'summer' evenings!
05/07/11 Forum, Facebook and Twitter
This season we're upping the ante on our 'web presence' with the addition of a Facebook site for the
team and plans to Twitter inter-match updates for anyone who is not able to be at the games. More
information will follow.
As always our forum is the place to get the latest news on the MIB! To join in with the craic and
general shenanigans registration is simple and quick, though you will have to wait for an administrator
to approve your application however this rarely takes longer than 24 hours at most. Any problems
then contact us at admin@sprfcfan.com
05/07/11 Congratulations
Big congratulations to Nellie and Rhi who welcomed Cameron into their family on the 26th May He
arrived weighing in at a healthy 10lbs 4oz (obviously destined for the pack like his dad!) - we wish
them all the very best!
Congratulations also to Kenny McL who pulled a fly one and got hitched to the lovely Arlene on the
15th June. Best wishes to the happy couple from everyone at SPRFC!
05/07/11 League Fixtures
Next season's league fixtures are now out and available on the calendar. There are still friendly
matches, PSUK matches, 2XV matches and social events to be added so keep checking back.
05/07/11 Interested in playing rugby?
Strathclyde Police Rugby Club is looking to recruit new players ahead of the 2011/20120 season
starting in September. Whether you are looking for a new club, haven’t played in awhile or never
before you will be made more than welcome. Pre season training is at 1800 hrs every Tuesday and
Thursday. This is an ideal opportunity to get fit and meet new friends. Please contact us at
players@sprfcfan.com if you're interested in finding out more.
05/07/11 Up From the Ashes
The website has undergone it's revamp and like a phoenix is born again from the ashes of last
season to battle on anew for one more year! We think that we've tested everything - but it's always
possible that we've missed a spot or two - if there are any broken links or things that don't work quite
the way they should then let us know at admin@sprfcfan.com
30/06/11 Round Up
Season is done and dusted and the 2010/11 website has been archived. Quick final update.
McLaren won the league in their final game at Lochinch by 1 point, much to the disappointment of the
Paisley fans who had joined us en masse. Final TOTW went to Westy. Pictures from the match are
on line. Abbamania in the evening of the 7th was a great night with all those attending having a ball!
The AGM saw all the officials returned to their duties, with Hartley stepping up to fill in during October
next year when the New Zealand tour is underway. The appointment of team captains will be made
during Pre-season training. The minutes from the AGM will be available in the players area. Pics
from the dinner game and the dinner are on line. The Dinner was fantastic with Peter Wright keeping
everyone entertained. Well done to Craig Aikman being awarded the Player of the Year and the
Clubman of the Year awards - a classic and utterly deserved double!
Big thanks to everyone who helped out at family day on the 12th June.
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