Aberdeenshire Colts Rugby Football Club Youth Formed 2001
	Newsletter - 30/11/03 Training Next Sunday, 7th December, training will be indoor at St Machar Academy (10.15 - 12.00). We will then break for a rest over the Christmas period, resuming training on Sunday 11th January at St Machar Academy. Match Report - P3, P4 & P5's go to Mackie Twas a cold and wintry day in Aberdeen on that Sunday morn' of the 23rd of November. When we set off with limited numbers and some trepidation to take on the hoards from Mackie. Fortunately when we got to Mackie the sun was out and we got an excellent welcome from the Mackie boys and coaches. We all mixed in and started doing a warm up together. We then split into 3 teams of seven, with Mackie supplying us with some team members.There was no doubt that the Mackie teams were bigger, so it was clear that we would have our work cut-out. They went ahead initially but Neil & I knew it would be our day when Dom aka "pockets" muscled his way over for our first try. It was end to end stuff but man of the match for me was Liam. His tackling round the legs of far bigger boys was excellent. Add to that his try's and his all round work rate, he was a credit to us all. The second game initially was not so good, maybe we were tired from the first 20 minutes game or maybe, the 20 minute break between games had an effect but we did not start well and consequently we lost a few try's. At the risk of using a football term, it was a game of two halves. We came back strongly, scoring several try's through Liam & Mark. It was like a different team with far more effort from all. To sum up, it was a great day, well supported by parents and excellent hospitality from Mackie. Liam was our best player with several try's, lot's of good runs and great tackling - what more can I say. Dom worked hard, in at the heart of any wrestling match, winning us the ball and scoring a try when it was needed. With a bit straighter running, he will get more - I was tired out watching him run across the pitch. James whilst not his usual dynamic self, still weighed in with a full length sprint of the park leaving players in his wake on his way to scoring a try. Mark, worked hard, putting in a lot of tackles. For his size it was impressive to watch the way he kept his legs pumping in the tackle - time and again gaining extra yards dragging larger players with him. He scored 2 very good try's and came close to several more. Thanks boys for all the effort - Ian Clayton. Fixtures December 6 Sat 7 Sun Minis- Ellon train 13 Sat S1/S2 Gathering ?tbc 14 Sun Schools close 20th Aberdeenshire Kit CJ Sports will give all Colts a 12.5% discount (non sale items) on boots, clothing etc. if you mention you are from Aberdeenshire. Aberdeenshire Rugby tops, shorts and socks are now available from Kelly Strachan. Many items are in stock at the Club, ask for details or view price list here. Medical Remember to let your coach know if you require, or have brought your inhaler with you each week Welcome Welcome to the new season at Aberdeenshire! If parents have any questions about the Colts, feel free to speak to any of the coaching staff. Information There is a Colts notice board up in the club house next to the changing rooms, all contacts and any other relevant information can be found there. Tuck Shop Please remember to support the tuck shop after training on a Sunday morning. Juice and biscuit donations are always welcome. Coaches & Parents Night Out A Christmas night out has been arranged for all Colts coaches (and partners) and parents. We will be going to Miami beach (Codonas not Florida) on 13th December. Cost is £16.95 (£5 deposit required per person ASAP). We will be meeting at 6.20 if you fancy a go on the dodgems. Bowling shoes issued at 6.45. 2 games of bowling beginning at 7pm. Christmas buffet afterwards. Names as soon as possible to Clayton, Gordon or Neil. Archive News Section Return to current Newsletter