Rugby Club Issue 48 | Page 47

STRATHMORE Stuart Gray, Club Captain “I joined the U18 team for the 2001-2002 season after being invited by a friend. I was impressed immediately by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I have played for the club ever since. The mood is very positive as the club is thriving at present with plans for an extensions underway, the club going through the Positive Coaching Scotland accreditation numbers in both the senior and junior sections strong. We are actively involved in the community. Senior players participated in a Forfar fun run in full kit this year and club members volunteered at an event at Glamis Castle recently. In addition, the club house and facilities are used by the local running club and by youth football teams.” I think the biggest challenge for us is the national issue of teenagers slipping away from sport in their late teens as they find other hobbies or those who move for work or university affecting our future playing numbers. The 1st XV is aiming to win the league this season with the 2nd XV aiming to build on last season’s finish. Overall the senior section are looking to continue to progress in the leagues with the back bone of the teams coming from local players.” 180 mm 124 mm Industrial and Agricultural Packaging Suppliers Phone: 01241 828681, Web: sgbaker.co.uk Proud to be associated with Strathmore Rugby Club www.rugbyclub.biz 47