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Stewartry Stewartry FOLLOW US ONLINE TWITTER.COM/RUGBYCLUBMAG Jennifer Mc Dairmant recently told Rugby Club Magazine, “Saint & Co took over the club accounts two years ago and also became a club sponsor. As a company we have a strong affiliation with rugby with many of our staff either playing or supporting this great sport. It’s great to hear that Stewartry have been recognised for their great community work and myself and all the staff at Saint & Co wish everyone at the club the very best of continued success!” Alistair Mather and his company Mathers Ltd have had a long and positive association with Stewartry RFC. He told us, “As we are in the farming business we know many people around the Dumfries & Galloway region and a lot of our customers and friends are around Castle Douglas. As an ex rugby player myself I’m aware of the hard work and community service the club provides and as a sponsor we are very keen to contribute to this great club. The club’s hospitality has always been second to none and they have been a great example of how to run their affairs successfully. Myself and all the staff at Mathers would like to wish everyone at Stewartry RFC the very best of continued success as they approach their 50th anniversary!” “I started as an U18 player with friends joining the club as there was not a lot of Rugby at the school back then. My main position was back row, usually No 7 and I still turn out for the odd xmas game and played on occasion for the 2nds. I’ve enjoyed watching the guys playing this season with some very good flowing rugby. I also sponsor the club and have done for many years with hmy company Swalwell holiday GP. Best wishes to everyone for the rest of the season.” Paul Swalwell Duncan Coulthard hails from Twynholm and has early memories of the club before they moved to Greenlaw, explaining, “I always like to keep an eye on how the club is doing and by all accounts a strong start has been had. I have enjoyed being a social member of the club and have on many an occasion been party to their excellent hospitality. Garry and Tanya Russell recently spoke to Rugby Club Magazine about the positive relationship with Stewartry RFC. Garry said “I can’t speak highly enough about the team of people who manage the club on and off the pitch and their dedication to providing a real hub of the community where people can relax and have fun. Unfortunately, myself and Tanya don’t get down as often as we like but it’s always good to hear that the club is doing so well.” Tanya said, “Like Garry, running the business and looking after the children takes up most of our time but I am very happy to say that our son Harvey, who is about to turn 11, loves his rugby and has been a member of another local club Dumfries from being preschool age, hopefully his sister may follow suite! It’s so important that sports clubs provide an outlet for children and families to exercise, keep healthy and have fun and Stewartry provide all of these things to a very high standard. We have sponsored the club for seven years or more now and love to support them when we can. Best wishes to everyone at Stewartry Rugby Club for many more years to come!” As a hub of our local community they provide a place for young, old and friends alike to come together in fun and friendship. Hayton Coulthard have sponsored the club for well over twenty years and enjoy helping out when we can. Good luck to everyone at Stewartry Rugby Club for many years to come, keep up the good work!” 36 Issue 88 www.rugbyclubmag.com 37