STRATHMORE
STRATHMORE
Strathmore RFC is a great example of a vibrant club that carries out a tremendous amount
of good work both on and off the field. A number of Club Representatives took the time to
give us an insight into the way they operate.
Murray Duguid, Chairman
Strathmore Sharks JRFC & Vice
President (Juniors) Strathmore
Rugby Club
“I have been involved with
Strathmore Sharks for around
8 years. I used to play at
Strathmore with the schools but
moved away with work. When I
came back to Forfar, my son was
old enough to play and I then got
involved in coaching the kids and
playing again for the 1st and 2nd
team. It’s a family friendly club,
with a great atmosphere.
Going to Murrayfield for the
Scottish Cup final’s day when
Strathmore played has to be one
of my top memories. I did not play
but I was there with the ball boys
and mascot. That, along with the
Guinness World Record attempt
day we tried at the club, for most
passes made without dropping
the ball, it was a laugh from start
to finish, no record though.
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Getting and retaining qualified
coaches is one of our biggest
challenges. The SRU rules on
qualification levels is increasing
for coaches and although I do
not necessarily disagree with the
requirements, it may put a lot of
parents off getting involved as
it requires a bigger commitment
than they are willing/able to offer.
It is also a challenge to gain
Financial backing from sponsors
as Angus is mainly a football
county, with a recession, it is
getting harder and harder to find a
sponsor for the club.