🏉 Welcome to Your Weekly Rugby Round-Up! 🏉

Whether you were pitchside cheering in the rain or catching scores from the sidelines of life, this is your one-stop scroll for everything Penicuik Rugby.

This week we kick off Xmas season, look back at the 1xv Leith game, tonights tractor route and all this weekends action.

It’s more than just match results—it’s the heartbeat of our club, our players, and our community.

So grab a cuppa, settle in, and let’s celebrate the grit, glory, and game we all love

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New Years Day News

This New Years Day we are launching our 1st ever Family Disco at Montgomery Park, hosted by the brilliant Classic Nights to Remember.

This will run 3pm to 8pm

Full details and tickets to follow during the week

Big Shout out to the marketing team at McKenzie Skip Hire for their Festive Logo this year!!  We say marketing team.. We mean Anna!

For all your waste management and recycling needs this Christmas give McKenzie Skip Hire a call on 0131 440 0301

We are looking forward to seeing the McKenzie Tractor in action this evening for the Tractor Light Parade!

The winners of the 200 Club Draw for November are:

1. S.Cunningham (No. 58 – £96.25)

2. M.Sharkey (No. 84 – £38.50)

3. D.Zavaroni (No. 22 – £19.25)

Entry to the Draw costs just £5 per number per month. The more who participate, the bigger the prizes and the greater the amount raised to help fund some of the club’s activities. If you would like to take part, please speak to Andrew Mitchell or Andy Law or email 200club@penicuikrugby.org

Beanie Hats

New Penicuik RFC Beanie Hats – Built for the Cold, Styled for the Club! 🧢

Our new Beanie Hats are now in stock, you’ll be notified shortly on collection/delivery arrangements.

We still have Hats available that would make an ideal stocking filler

https://penicuikrugby.org/store/

🎄✨ Penicuik’s Festive Parade Returns – Led by Our Own Alex Pettie! 🚜🎅

Click this link on how to donate – Tractor Lights

Join us this evening as Alex Pettie—former 1XV player, past club president, and this year’s Penicuik Citizen of the Year—takes the wheel of his decorated tractor to lead a dazzling parade of Christmas-lit vehicles (supported by the brilliant McKenzie Skip Hire) through the town. And yes, he’ll be pulling none other than Santa’s sleigh along the route!

The evening promises festive cheer and community spirit, all in aid of local charities. Our very own Penicuik RFC squads will be running alongside the parade with fundraising buckets—so every step, smile, and donation helps make a difference.

The Route map is below.  The parade will leave at 6pm, last year it took roughly 45 minutes to make the trip round the streets.

Clubhouse Bookings

Please note we have Christmas Parties booked on the following Fridays

Friday 5th Dec – Bingo, Baubles & Bubbles with Kirsty Hamilton Beauty (tickets available via KHB)

Sat 6th Dec – 50th Birthday Party from 7:30pm

Friday 12th Dec – Cuiken Primary School Xmas Party

Sat 13th Dec – Wxv Xmas Social

Sun 14th Dec – Hunters Xmas Party 2-4pm

Frid 19th Dec – Midi’s & Rugby Coaches.  Coaches are welcome from 8:30pm

Sat 20th Dec – Panthers Xmas Social (Please note the club will be closed from 6pm after the Glasgow v Edinburgh game)

Other Uses

Our bar facility is open from 7:30pm on Fridays, Saturday non match days 5pm and occasionally now on a Sunday afternoon (thanks to our awesome WXV & Panthers)

If you have an idea for a social event you’d like to share please speak to our social team Blair Gilligan and Craig Doyle.

Additionally if you have an idea that to encourage more members to fill the lounge on a Friday evening please speak to Robbie Mactaggart

MacWood Fuels Player Points

As the nights draw in and the temperature drops, Penicuik RFC’s attack has kept the scoreboard glowing all season long. Thanks to Macwood Fuels—suppliers of kiln dry logs, stave and kindling for your home fires—we’re proud to highlight the players who’ve lit up the pitch with their points-scoring power.

From scorching tries to cool-headed kicks, every score has added fuel to the fire of Penicuik pride. Just like Macwood’s logs, our players have kept the heat burning strong week after week.

So whether it’s warming your hearth at home or heating up the scoreboard at the weekend, remember:

All we need is fuel… Macwood Fuels! https://www.macwoodfuels.com

No change at the top as both Alan Haynes and Ally McCormick notched any points on the board, but with both selected this Saturday will we see a kick off challenge at Union Park??

However we have a new kid in town jumping up to joint 3rd spot.. well done to Reuben Harris who scored a brace against Corstorphine on Saturday to join fellow Midi player Logan on 25 points, and each tied on 5 tries.  Other movers seen Euan Hale continue his scoring streak touching down alongside Reuben to move onto 4 tries and 20pts.

With still games to go this year… who will end 2025 as the top dog???

This Season

Tries : 70

Cons : 37

Pens : 8

Total : 448pts

Top Try Scorer : Logan McCreath (U14)  & Reuban Harris(U14) 5

Top Goals : Ally McCormick 14

Top Appearances : Andy McLellan 9

This Week

Hunters Kids Rugby – Building Skills for Life!

Last Sunday

Our Hunters section, proudly supported by Oval 4×4 – Land Rover and Jaguar Specialists,(specialists in Land Rover and Jaguar service and repairs), made the trip to Portobello for the first time in many years.

Travelling to new grounds is always a special part of the rugby journey, and playing in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat made this visit even more memorable. The kids produced some fantastic rugby — great tries, strong tackles, and plenty of effort from start to finish.

But the real highlight wasn’t just the rugby. It was seeing every child smiling, laughing, and thriving in their rugby environment. Whatever challenges they may face at school or in everyday life, being part of a team and a supportive rugby community gives them a safe space to belong, grow, and shine.

That’s the power of rugby — and why introducing your child to the game could be one of the best decisions you make.

🏆 Players of the Match (fully MOT’d and roadworthy):

• P1/2 – Cooper

• P3 – Odrahn

• P4 – Albert

• P5 – Lewis

• P6 – Blair

• P7 – Harley

It was a special Sunday for the MacKay household as both Harley and his brother Cooper scooped up players of the week.. We hope the mantlepiece is big enough to hold both trophies!

This Weekend

This Sunday we head into Edinburgh and Union Park to face Corstorphine

Meet time is 10:45am for a 11am ko.

Set your Sat Nav’s to EH12 7EE – Please note, parking is around residential streets, so please watch your not blocking any private driveways

Fixtures Coming Up

14th Dec – Xmas Party

Coming Up

https://penicuikrugby.org/booking-christmas-party/

Last Weekend

From Dave & Geoff

🏉 Panthers On Tour – Sponsored by Perfect Clean

What a cracking Sunday morning for rugby as we crossed the border to Berwick. We travelled with eight Panthers and teamed up with three girls from Murrayfield Wanderers to form a strong squad.

Our opening game was against Kelso/Dalkeith, where we produced some good rugby and set up two tries for the Wandies girls. There were some big tackles going in and plenty of line breaks from our Panthers, but we struggled at the breakdown and eventually went down 6–2.

Next up was a combined Lasswade/Boroughmuir/Watsonians side. The girls were far more switched on, moving the ball well and finding space for strong runs. Despite still being second best at the breakdown, our defence held firm and we battled to a 5–5 draw, with Elsa adding another try to her growing tally this season.

After a fire‑up chat with all three coaches about our focus areas, the girls went back out against Currie. What a difference — they were ready for a fight. Ava and Eva worked tirelessly to secure ball at the breakdown, while Julia, Daisy and Molly put in some fantastic tackles. Layla showed brilliant awareness and footwork to score two tries out wide. Although we lost 6–2, the performance was outstanding and full of spirit.

Our final match was a play‑off rematch against Lasswade/Boroughmuir/Watsonians. The intensity stayed high and the girls carried the same attitude into the game. Ava, Eva, Daisy and Julia were relentless at the breakdown, while our defence was superb — strong line speed and big hits from Grace, Layla, Elsa, Eva, Molly and Daisy. In attack, we linked up brilliantly with the Wandies girls to cross for a couple of tries. The Panthers were ecstatic to finish the day with a 2–1 win.

After such a strong set of performances, choosing Panther of the Week was no easy task. Every girl worked their socks off, but this week the honour goes to Elsa.

Well done to all the girls — a fantastic effort and a brilliant day of rugby

Monday Training

Despite the damp conditions tonight, five of our Panthers swapped a warm, dry home for a mud‑soaked pitch — and what a session they put in!

We kicked things off with some stretching and running to get the girls warmed up, before diving into a couple of lively games of “Queen of the Ring.” Anatswa claimed the first round, while Layla showed her determination by taking the next two.

Dave then led a defensive drill, pairing the girls up so one made the initial tackle while the other secured the ball by pulling the carrier to ground and going back over. From there, we moved into an attacking drill in threes: fending off defenders and offloading to support in the first channel, tackling and clearing out with a pick‑and‑go in the second, and finishing with a kick‑and‑chase in the third.

To wrap things up, we played a 4‑on‑3 touch game — or at least we thought that was the end. In true Panthers style, the girls decided to finish the night with some mud‑sliding, proving once again that even in the toughest conditions, they bring energy, fun, and plenty of smiles

Wednesday

We had a really solid indoor session tonight, starting with a quick chat with the girls before getting stuck in. We opened with a reaction and evasion warm‑up in pairs, then moved into a couple of lively games of Tug of War, which went down really well.

Next up was the return of some Sumo Wrestling — great fun and some excellent effort on the mats. Building on Monday’s work, we then focused again on defending in pairs, sharpening up our technique and teamwork.

To finish, we played Sharks and Fishes, which brought plenty of energy and laughter to round off the evening.

This Weekend

Panthers on the Prowl – Girls Rugby Evolution Series This Weekend!

 Sponsored by Perfect Clean – keeping our rugby spotless and our standards sky-high!

This Sunday, our Panthers are at home and will welcome players from Boroughmuir, Lasswade & Watsonians to Montgomery Park.

Its a 12:40 meet for a 1pm start

Coming Up

Dates For Your Diary

20th Dec : Xmas Party

Last Weekend

Last Saturday our U14 Midi side continued their rugby journey, welcoming Corstorphine to Montgomery Park. The boys showed great determination, with Reuban crossing twice and Euan adding another fine try. Everyone put in a real shift, and the highlights video below captures the effort and spirit on display.

While the scoreboard didn’t fall in our favour, what matters most at this stage is valuable game time. Every footprint in the mud adds to their rugby mileage, and the more matches they play, the more progress they’ll see.

We are a little light on numbers and would love to welcome more players into the squad. No experience is necessary — expert coaching is provided by our Rugby Development Officer and our dedicated coaches, who themselves came through the Midi age grades before becoming established 1XV players.

If your child is looking for a fun, supportive environment to learn new skills, make friends, and be part of a team, rugby could be the perfect fit. Contact us for more details and join the journey!

This week marks a huge milestone for Penicuik Women’s Rugby! 💙❤️

We’ve officially received our brand-new match strip — and it’s more than just a jersey. It’s a statement of intent. The new kit represents Penicuik’s commitment to investing in women’s rugby, building a clear pathway, and creating a strong future for girls and women in the sport

It’s a proud moment that celebrates just how far we’ve come in such a short space of time. Here’s to new beginnings, bold strides, and the next chapter of women’s rugby in Penicuik
This isn’t just a jersey drop — it’s a statement.

We’re investing in our women’s side.

We’re building a future.

We’re proud to be part of the movement.

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This Week

This Saturday, our 1XV head to Union Park to face Corstorphine.

The early game in the season seen the Edinburgh men record a convincing 44-10 win at Montgomery Park.

Sitting 3rd in the league (but with 2 games on hand on 2nd) they are looking to improve on their 5 wins this season and are always a handful at home.

Start team is as –

Corstorphine Selection :-

Memory Lane

27/09/25 Penicuik 10 – 44 Corstorphine

01/03/25 Penicuik 14 – 36 Corstorphine

26/10/24 Corstorphine 38 – 13 Penicuik

18/11/23 Corstorphine 11 – 13 Penicuik

16/09/23 Penicuik 40 – 25 Corstorphine

18/03/23 Penicuik 17 – 45 Corstorphine

15/10/22 Corstorphine 36 – 26 Penicuik

16/03/22 Penicuik 31 – 17 Corstorphine

04/09/21 Corstorphine 32 – 23 Penicuik

23/11/19 Penicuik 6 – 34 Corstorphine

07/09/19 Corstorphine 14 – 0 Penicuik

08/12/18 Corstorphine 14 – 38 Penicuik

15/09/18 – Penicuik 30 – 18 Corstorphine

Bottom 3 run to the final game

Around the League

• Earlston move to 2nd on 30pts, however have played one more game than league leaders Livingston and 2 more than 2nd placed Corstorphine .

• Leith move to 4th after their win over Penicuik, 4 pts clear of Quins.

• RHS’s game v Corstorphine was abandoned due to a serious injury, and we hope the player is recovering well.  Earlston welcome RHS this Saturday

• Forrester travel to Hawick looking to build day light between ourselves.

• League leaders Livingston travel to Leith.

• If both Livingston and Corstorphine win all their games (with bonus pts) then their head to head on the 31st of January will likely determine if Livingston can Arnold Clark East Region League 2, or,  Corstorphine (who will still have to win all their remaining fixtures)

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