The end of the season is in sight for the 1xv with today’s fixture away to Hamilton and Dunfermline at home next Saturday the remaining hurdles.

Whitecraigs positioned safely in the league met a highly charged Hamilton Bulls with a big home support facing relegation today with anything less than a win result.

A special mention to Craig Percival today playing Number 5. Craig ‘Percy’ Percival has now played all 15 positions over his very experienced 180+ caps career at Whitecraigs.

Hamilton made a strong start to the tough task required. The Whitecraigs defence working hard to choke the Hamilton attacks. Hamilton had a beneficial share of the possession with intense, gritty play and penalties awarded.

The first half was a battle with only two tries scored, both by Hamilton to end 12-0.

The second half continued in the same manner. Whitecraigs creating chances but Hamilton holding onto more of the possession. On 70 minutes the score was close 19-14 and a sense on tension circulated around the Hamilton supporters, Whitecraigs were back in the game and an edgy 10 minutes remained. Hamilton scored on 80 minutes to win with bonus points to avoid relegation.

Whitecraigs remain 6th in the league table and chasing 5th place in next weeks home finale.

Looking forward to a large support next week to cheer on the team!

The 2xv had a convincing 48-7 victory over Cartha in their final game of the season securing a highly commendable 2nd place finish in the Arnold Clark West Region Reserve League Division 2.

Next Fixture:

1xv
Arnold Clark National League Division 4
HOME v Dunfermline
Kick off 3pm