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The results of the recent 100 Club draws are now as follows:
March
£200 Alan Mitchell
£100 Ruth Ramage
£50 Hugh P Nash
April
£200 Jim Ramage
£100 Jim Bulloch
£50 John Hamilton
May
£200 Urmila Ratnasabapathy
£100 Murray Clayton
£50 Ruth Ramage
Further draws will take place this month.
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Good Morning from a frustrated West Lodge,
Once again the Scottish Government pronouncements mean that we have to re-evaluate and take stock of the current situation.
The announcements yesterday effectively shuts down our Bar from 6.00pm on Friday until 25th October. That date of the 25th October is not set in stone and that might mean that we will be not be unable to re-open on that date. Senior rugby training also cannot take place after tomorrow but all under 18 and below can continue as before. The proposed start date of meaningful contact games due on 31st October will now not take place. All Indoor group activities for adults are now stopped but those for under 18 can continue.
This is hugely disappointing for the Club but we have to believe that this is for the greater good and will assist to make the future brighter. The Club bar will be open tonight for the big footie match Scotland v Israel from 7pm to 10pm.
As you might be aware we are taking advantage of this fallow period to improve the fabric and fittings of the Clubhouse. There are a number of items mainly clothing dotted about the club which we intend to dispose by Monday 19th October if not claimed by their rightful owners. You have been warned!
As part of the review of Club overheads, particular attention has been paid to the energy costs. The Club uses LPG (no mains gas available) and electricity and we spend circa £32,000 per annum. We have involved Zero Energy Scotland in the process and are looking at ground and air source heating as an alternative. This is a complicated area and the team looking at it, ask if there is anyone out there that has specialist knowledge of this type of energy source or other alternatives. The aim is to get someone to guide and assist us in order that we can over the long term have an energy source that will benefit the Club.
You might be aware that you have not received your subscription notice for season 20/21. These are in the process of being produced and will be with you in the next 10 days. The good news is that there are no increases in any of the rates so there is no need to change standing order amounts. Our Subscription Convenor, Kenny Agnew, is trying to modernise our system and has introduced Google forms for new members at the recent Junior days.
I wish all members and their families health and safety during these trying times. We need to obey the rules and hopefully we can return to “normal” sooner than later.
Graeme
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BEER GARDEN RE-OPENING
Our bar opening hours going forward will be:
Friday: 4.00pm – 10.00pm (last orders 9.30pm)
Saturday: 2.00pm – 10.00pm (last orders 9.30pm)
Sunday: 2.00pm – 10.00pm (last orders 9.30pm)
To minimise contact, until further notice, the bar will only be accepting cardpayments. No cash.
The club will look a bit different and will operate quite differently given the current climate so please be alert when using our grounds.
As always, the use of the club is for MEMBERS ONLY (a member can sign
in up to two guests at any given visit). We have a COVID SUMMER
SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP. Become a social member until end of September
2020 for only £30. Please email president@whitecraigs.org or
secretary@whitecraigs.org for further details and to sign up. Please ensure you have joined and paid ahead of arriving at the club.
Tables will be on a first come, first served basis initially with no ability to book. When at capacity, a queue will be created outside the front of the clubhouse.
Please sign our register when arriving so we can record who is present on any given day.
Please follow the one-way system, walkways and distances marked through the grounds as this is vital to maintain government recommended social distancing. We have signage and markings throughout to help maintain this.
We have hand sanitiser pumps located throughout the club and ask that members attending practice good hand hygiene and if possible, bring their own sanitiser and wipes with them.
Please do not move any furniture on the grounds as these have been moved in line with the government guidelines. Please note that the Children’s Playpark will be closed until further notice.
We ask that you are patient with us and our staff during this difficult period as we are all learning how best to operate in these uncertain times.
Please drink responsibly and act responsibly. Anyone not acting in accordance with social distancing members or conducting themselves appropriately will be asked to leave.
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Whitecraigs Rugby Club
U18 Coach
Whitecraigs Rugby Club is seeking an ambitious and experienced coach to take charge of our U18 boys’ team. We see this as a vital role in developing and retaining players, readying them for the transition to senior rugby.
Whitecraigs are a well-established club with top class playing and social facilities. We have a thriving Junior section with good numbers at all age grades. The Club 1st XV currently play in Tennent’s National League Division 2 and 2nd XV in the West Regional Leagues. Training sessions are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings with games on a Saturday.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the U18 coaching team. Whilst working with the senior coaches to ensure continuity and a clear pathway to senior rugby, you will develop and execute training which is effective and relevant to the player and squad development.
Applicants should have
Interviews will be carried out with selected candidates and remuneration will be based on experience, qualifications and travelling costs.
To apply for this position please send your CV together with a covering statement detailing your suitability for the role to Craig Percival, President; president@whitecraigs.org
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Wednesday 15th July 2020. Interviews will be arranged shortly thereafter.
COVID-19
Our 2nd Whitecraigs Weekly Lock down Challenge pitting all our teams against each other in a squat competition.
Submit the videos and photos to us all day and the winner will be announced later. #whitecraigs #themighty #morethanarugbyclub #whitecraigsfamily #covid_19 #stayhome
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Good Evening from a crisp West Lodge,
Club rugby hopefully returns this weekend after the horrendous spell of weather we have endured over the past month.
The 1st XV take the trip along the M8 to take on promotion candidates Stewarts Melville which is certain to be a tough game for our lads. One thing is for sure is that, we may be stuck at the wrong end of the league, the team will not give up and keep trying no matter the opposition. One of the great things about Stew Mels is that the great Lions and Scotland Captain is very active in the Club and looks after the Senior rugby sides. It is heartening to see his efforts in putting something back into his Club.
The Rhinos make one of their rare appearances with a home game against the GHA Lions and the Cartha Camels (not their real name just made it up) – sounds like escapees from Edinburgh Zoo are playing at West Lodge at 13.00. Anyone wishing a game please bring your boots or if you wish a beer and want to watch marginally faster than walking rugby, you will be made very welcome. I am sure the bar will be busy with not so great chat and tales from yester year. All great fun and it is what our sport is all about.
Thanks to all those who pitched up for the Disco 70’s Fever. By all accounts a great night and greater marker for the Panthers ABBA Tribute night on the 28th March. Tickets from behind the Bar. Please support these Club functions as we need the money and also it builds Club spirit.
Scotland play France on Sunday at 15.00 and the new TV in the lounge has gone down well and the sound issues have been rectified. We have now connected the tv to the overhead speakers so the whole room will hear the game.
Only a brief message this week so enjoy the weekend and try and pop in to the Club on Saturday and Sunday, You will be very welcome.
Graeme
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The lounge will be getting fitted with a new 65″ TV in the coming days and will be ready for this weekends six nation games. Come down and enjoy the game, 2.15pm KO.
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Good Evening from a wintry West Lodge, It has been a while since our last newsletter but we will commence again but not every week. One of the issues with a newsletter is that you need news! There has been a drop off in Club information getting to me so if any section in the Club wants their news to be circulated to the members, please e-mail secretary@whitecraigs.org.
The awful weather recently has meant there has not been much rugby played in January. The 1st XV return to action (hopefully) on Saturday with an away game to Hamilton with a 3pm kick off.
Believe it or not the 2ndXV have their last scheduled game of the season at home on Saturday against Dalziel at home with kick off at 3pm. The 2nd XV have already won their league in convincing style and congratulations to them.
The under 18 team have a cup fixture at home against Cartha at home on Saturday with a 2pm kick off. On Sunday the u16s play GHA and u15s play West of Scotland both cup games with a 2pm kick off.
I am delighted to announce that Kenny Agnew has stepped into the breach and taken over the role of Membership Convenor from Mike Lamont. Many thanks to Mike for his years of patient and diligent work getting our membership system into a manageable system. Thanks Kenny for volunteering and there are plenty of other roles that need filled, so do not be shy contact Percy or myself – YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU!
A couple of social items – on the 29th February we are having a 70’s disco Fever night with tickets available through the our usual social media. The ever growing women and girls section, Panthers are having a ABBA tribute night on the 28th March again with tickets being available through social media.
I am sad to report the passing of David Bean, last weekend. David was a long time member of the Club but his sporting prowess lay with the bat and ball. He played cricket for many years with Hillhead High School FP and was a regular attendee at our Spot of Lunch Club. His funeral will take place the Linn Crematorium on Tuesday 18th February at 12 noon. Our sympathies are with his wife Lynne and the remainder of his family.
Finally, please use our sponsors and mention that you are from the rugby club, it makes a massive difference when our sponsorship team are trying to renew with them.
Have a great weekend.
Graeme
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We are pleased to announce our new KITVENDR Store now open!
The team at KITVENDR and Whitecraigs have worked hard over the last few months to bring you this exciting merchandise range.
Use the link below to visit the new store.
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We are excited to show you a sneak peak of our KITVENDR merchandise range.
Our merchandise launches online Tomorrow!
Keep an eye out tomorrow morning more info.
This is a great way to support the club and also get our brand out there in the community.