Training for Secondary Pupils

Great news - Montrose junior rugby is now offering training for Secondary pupils from North Angus and South Aberdeenshire. The training times are Tuesday 6pm to 7.30pm and Sunday 11.00am to 12.00pm at Union Park, Montrose.

For more details go to : www.montrosejuniors.blogspot.com

Panmure Tournament

Well done to everyone who took part in the Panmure Tournament today. The quality of rugby and commitment from both the P4/5s and P6/7s was first class. While some results didn't go our way, we continued to play hard and kept our heads up. While we don't normally pick out individuals, there were outstanding performances in both teams. Ross was player of the day due to his amazing tackling and Angus was put in a skilled performance in both attack and defence to pick up the award for the P4/5s.

At the end of the tournament, when we were all asked to line up, there was only one group that kept quiet and stayed in the line - Montrose. Well done, this is every bit as important as your performance on the pitch so all coaches and parents were delighted.

Training next week in Montrose - see you then.

Banff Players in Montrose

Banff Minis made their first trip to Montrose, bringing Micros, P4/5s and P6/7s. The conditions were nothing short of perfect with warm weather, blue skies and soft ground. Banff had a lot of last minute call-offs but it was great to see so many Montrose players offering to play for Banff. With out these volunteers, we wouldn't have had competitive rugby today so a big thank you to anyone who played for Banff.

You can see some photos from the day here.

Thanks also to all of the coaches and helpers who supported the day and special mention to the kitchen helpers who seemed to sell everything they could put their hands on!

It is training next Sunday at Union Park at 10.00. If you are away during the holidays, have a great time.

Banff Games On!

The forecast for tomorrow is looking good (if a little cold) so the matches are on. We have had to make an early call as Banff have a bus booked and they are coming a long way.

Please get wrapped up and make every effort to come along tomorrow and make sure we give them the full Montrose hospitality!

If you can’t make it, please email us. See you at Union Park at 10.00am.

First Ever Micros Tournament

Teams from Blairgowrie, Brechin, Carnoustie and Strathmore came to Montrose for our first ever tournament for Micros. Around 80 children from P1 to P3 played non-contact ‘Tag’ rugby and the focus was on having fun. With strong numbers, Montrose fielded two teams and also provided players to other clubs. At the end of the session, there was an assault course for all of the players.

Thank you to all of the players, coaches, home bakers and other volunteers for helping to make the day such a success.

Matches at Brechin

50 players from Montrose Mini Rugby made their way to Brechin to play in their first matches of the 08/09 season. Micros (P1/2/3), P4/5 and P6/7 age groups were all represented and there was strong support for the Montrose players.

The micros played non-contact 'tag' rugby and there was an excellent display of skills, despite their young age. In the P4/5's we fielded two teams against a spirited Brechin side. Strong running and good passing was demonstrated by all the Montrose players and we can look forward to another successful season at this age group. Our P6/7 team started quickly and maintained a very high standard of rugby throughout. Philippe Magalon, P6/7 coach described the performance as "sublime"!

There are some more action shots from the game at http://picasaweb.google.com/MontroseMinis/MatchesAtBrechin. These have been shrunk down but if anyone wants bigger foles for printing, just let Duncan know. If anyone else has some good photos to upload, please email them to montroseminis@tiscali.co.uk.

Training Today

The weather isn’t great at the moment but the forecast if for it to improve. We will go ahead with training and if it takes a turn for the worse, we will stop early. If you choose to come, please make sure players are well wrapped up.

Canada Match - Last Call

We now have over 70 people going to the Scotland v Canada match in Aberdeen on 22nd November. We will be confirming our allocation with the SRU on Tuesday (2nd September). If anyone hasn't already let Caroline know and still wants to come, please send an email to montroseminis@tiscali.co.uk on or before Monday.

Welcome Back!

It was great to see so many familiar and new faces at training today. The fact that the sun was shining was an added bonus!

With over 40 players, 7 coaches and load of parents helping in the clubhouse, we are off to a fantastic start.

If anyone still needs forms or any other information, please contact us.

New Coaches for Montrose

Five more coaches from Montrose have completed the SRU combined Foundation Coaching and Refereeing course.

Kenny Christie (Angus Rugby Development Officer), Stuart, Chris, Ailsa, Harald, Sam and Bob Easton (SRU Referee Development Manager)

Well done to them all - we look forward to seeing you at training!