This Weekend @ Penicuik Rugby

We review a bad day at the office for the 1 & 2xv, celebrate international Women’s Day, josh’in around, Beeslack HS Rugby,  this weekends midi & Mini games and all the clubhouse opening times.

Grab a coffee, relax and read on…

Bar Opening Hours

Friday 7th March : Open from 8pm, where your host this evening is club vice President Andy Mitchell

Saturday 8th March : Open from 2pm for live M6N Ireland v France (2:15pm ko) then Scotland v Wales (4:45pm ko)

Volunteering Opportunity

If you have social media skills, or want to learn and get involved, we are looking for volunteers to join and take forward our social media channels.  If you have creativity and a passion that can make a difference please contact Robbie MacTaggart

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International Women’s Day (8th March )

On the weekend of International Women’s day, we hear from Our U14 coach Sonia Watson.

The Scottish Rugby Union launched its “Women in Leadership: Rugby and Networking” seminar series for women in East-based clubs on Saturday, March 1st. 

I was delighted to represent the club at this event, which provided a valuable opportunity to connect with women holding diverse roles within their respective clubs, including coaches, presidents, players, and secretaries.

The seminar featured an icebreaker followed by a panel discussion where speakers shared their experiences, highlighting their journeys, challenges, and successes in their club roles. We then engaged in networking, fostering collaboration and information sharing.

The day concluded with an invitation to attend the Edinburgh Women v Clovers game at The Hive. This was a highly positive experience and I gave praise to the event’s organisation and the networking opportunities, and expressed my enthusiasm for future seminars.

The soup and scones were very nice too (but would have preferred a Gin)

Our P7 girls attended the Scottish Rugby Girls Evolution event at Dunbar last Sunday. There were approximately 80 girls there from clubs in the lothians and the borders from ages 9-15. 

The Penicuik p7s did fantastic and represented themselves and the club really well. 

The series runs from aged 9+.  There is a further session on the 16th March(1pm to 3pm) which we are keen to attend, if you are interested please drop us a DM or email info@penicuikrugby.org

Girls Rugby in Penicuik

🏉 Exciting News! New Girls Rugby Section Coming Soon! 🏉

Calling all future rugby stars! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new girls rugby section for all age groups! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, we want YOU to join us.

Play for the rugby club where it all started for 50 capped Scotland & Barbarian legend Sarah Law

Interested? just click the link – https://penicuikrugby.org/girls-rugby-in-penicuik/

Treat that Lady in your Life!

We are running our own Bongo Bingo with a  RUIKY CUIKY BINGO, hosted by the fantastic Classic Nights to Remember.

Ladies of Penicuik, it’s time to gather your friends for an afternoon of excitement, laughter, cocktails and fabulous prizes!

We are hosting our very own Bongo Bingo event and you won’t want to miss it!

Saturday 5th April

£18.

(Price includes Entry fee, Bingo cards & pen and cocktail voucher to be redeemed at the bar)

Doors open 1pm, numbers start 1:45pm

Prepare for a bingo experience like no other, with plenty of glitz, glamour, and good times. We’ve got everything you need for an afternoon of pure enjoyment

✨  Play for a chance to win amazing prizes, from quirky to luxurious.  

💃 Show off your moves and win spot prizes during our dance breaks!  

🥂 Sip on your favorite cocktail prepared by the fabulous ‘A Round at Yours’.  

👯  Connect with friends old and new in a fun, vibrant atmosphere.

Tickets go on sale Sunday 9th February from behind the bar, see Robbie.. or our youth teams please reach out to your lead coach.

Don’t miss out on the fun and festivities! Grab your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable afternoon at the Penicuik Rugby Club.

See you there! 🎊 #GlamBingo #LadiesDay #PenicuikRugby #FunAndGames

200 Club winners – February 2025

Josh ‘in’ around

Our club development officer Josh is in and around our local schools.  Here’s what he’s been up to :-

Weekly Rugby Update: Get in the Game!

This week, I  had the pleasure of working with Sacred Heart and Mauricewood Primary Schools, building on the essential skills of ball handling and movement into space. These sessions not only help develop coordination and teamwork but also encourage confidence and enjoyment of the game at an early age.  

At Beeslack Community High School, we proudly participated in the East Emerging Schools Conference with our S1 and S2 boys. The team performed exceptionally well in all their games, showcasing their hard work, sportsmanship, and passion for rugby (full report from Beeslack PE below).  

Looking ahead, we are excited to attend the next conference in a couple of weeks at Currie. This event will feature our girls’ team and the S3 boys, giving them an excellent opportunity to develop their skills, compete, and represent the club with pride.  

Rugby is more than a sport—it’s a chance to grow, connect, and thrive. We strongly encourage parents to involve their children in these programs, whether they’re just beginning their rugby journey or looking to build upon their skills. It’s a fantastic way to promote fitness, teamwork, and lifelong friendships.

If you want to try rugby please DM us.

Beeslack School of Rugby

S1/S2 Beeslack Rugby Success

Tuesday 4th March we took our S1/S2 Boys to Meadowmill Sports Centre to participate in the EESC rugby competition. The S1 team played games against Drummond HS, Castlebrae HS, St David’s HS and Tynecastle HS winning all of the games. Special mentions go out to Jack, Dani and Reuben for great agility and speed. Lucas, Martin and Logan for great tackling and Mason, Zander and Cameron for strong carrying of the ball. 

S2 Boys joined up with James Gillespie’s High School and played against Tynecastle HS, Newbattle HS, Preston Lodge HS, North Berwick. Boys played very well, notable mentions go to Teegan for his try scoring and playing the new position of 9, Cameron for his strong carrying and tackling and Harry for his teamwork and passing. 

Thanks again to Penicuik Rugby Club for allowing us to use the strips.

Next rugby competition is EESC S3 Boys & U14 Girls X-Conference – Thursday 20th March

Youth Rugby

Midi Rugby

Our U13 face Midlothian neighbours Dalkeith on Saturday morning (10:30am ko).  Its a great testament to the coaches and also the players  that we have a full squad to choose from.

The players have been hard at it during their training on Monday & Wednesday evening, despite horrific weather conditions.

The next superstars of Penicuik Rugby would appreciate our members coming down to cheer them on!

Team

U16

Our combined Penicuik/Lasswade face Stewart’s Melville B at Hawthornden on Saturday morning (KO 10:30)

The coaches have been had the squad working well with training this week at Penicuik.  Its great to see an increase in the Penicuik numbers as we look to grow this section and look ahead to 2025/26

Team for Saturday

(P) Penicuik Player, (L) Lasswade Player

Mini Rugby

This Sunday we travel to Kings Park Dalkeith

Its a 10:30 meet for a 11am Ko

Please can everyone remember their gum guards.

Parking is available, on the streets around Kings Park, please note there is a time limit for the Morrisons Supermarket carpark

Easter Rugby Camp 2025

Dates : Monday 14th to Wed 16th April

Times : 8:45-12:45

Full Details to follow

Senior Rugby

1xv

Penicuik 14

Corstorphine 36

Penicuik started the game strongly scoring in the 5th minute with No8 Euan Reid charging over following an initial break by Haynes a series of phases

(click the link for score below)

Evan v Corstorphine

Penicuik should have doubled their lead moments later when a period of pressure on the Corstorphine Try line should have resulted in a 2nd try, however Penicuik tried to look for individual scores on the try line rather than utilizing the space that was outwide with the backs, ultimately the ball was knocked on over the line to let Corstorphine of the hook.

This was as good as it got for Penicuik with the larger Corstorphine side bullying the Penicuik team up front and making use of poor tackles, try scorer Reid had to be replaced on 30mins for a HIA, and was missed the remainder of the game.

Corstorphine scored 36 unanswered points before Connor Mitchell crossed in the final 10minutes to double our try count

(click the link for score below)

Connor v Corstorphine

22nd March v Hawick Quinns (Away) 3pm

29th March v Dunbar (Away) 3pm

Elsewhere in the league

Its congratulations to Dunbar who were crowned Arnold Clark East 2 champions for 2024/25 with a convincing 31-7 win down at Hawick.

The East Lothian side have set the standard this season with some fantastic displays and a good team ethos which has been grown through the years as this team have matured through aged grade rugby.

Good luck next season, and we look forward to our trip for the last game of the season shortly.

Trinty’s exit from the league was confirmed with a very narrow 18-21 defeat at home to Leith Accies. (But with all things…. watch this space for league reconstruction)

It was also congratulations to Broughton RFC in Arnold Clark League 1, who celebrated their own Centenary by winning the league and promotion to the National 4 with a good 52-14 victory over Ross High.

Screenshot

2xv

Penicuik 2xv 7

Haddington 14

This defeat was a deflating moment for the 2xv who were pushing the league the majority of the season.  The side continued to try and play rugby against a series of stop start moments and questionable penalties (which even had the opposite side questioning).

The big take aways from this game was looking back to where the side were at the beginning of the season with a number having never played rugby before, and a number of others having to step up and fill holes in the 1xv for injuries.

All the coaches have been massively proud of the team on Saturday and hopefully that is the last time the team sat flat in the changing rooms after a game.

Remaining Games

22nd March v Corstorphine (Home) 3pm

In and around the clubhouse

New Club Shop

Our new club shop in association with our clothing partner XXV is due to launch on the 10th March.

We are initially planning an open day on Sunday the 20th April where we will have sample sizes available to try on for both junior and senior, with facilities to order.

More details and times to follow

Penicuik Swap Shop

### Introducing the Penicuik Rugby Club Swap Shop! 🏉✨

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new WhatsApp community Swap Shop! This is your go-to place for all things rugby kit – a fantastic way to recycle, reuse, and get your hands on some great gear.

Whether you’re looking to pass on your gently used rugby kit or searching for that perfect piece to complete your collection, our Swap Shop has got you covered. It’s a win-win for everyone and a wonderful way to support each other within our rugby family.

**How It Works:**
1. **Join the Swap Shop**: Simply join the WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/FPRsSHgEuyO31PKyOz0IhI to become part of our vibrant community.
2. **Post Your Items**: Got rugby kit to give away? Post a message with a description and photo of the items you’re offering.
3. **Find What You Need**: Browse the posts to see if there’s something you need. If you find the perfect match, just reply to arrange the swap.

4. **Remove your post**: Once your item has found a new home, please delete your original post.

**Why Join the Swap Shop?**
– **Eco-Friendly**: Reduce waste by giving your old kit a new home.
– **Cost-Effective**: Save money by swapping instead of buying new.
– **Community Spirit**: Connect with other members of the Penicuik Rugby Club and support each other.

We’re all about fostering a sense of community and making rugby accessible for everyone. So dive in, share your kit, and find what you need to keep playing the game we all love!

Let’s keep the Penicuik Rugby spirit strong and sustainable. Happy swapping! 🌟

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History Boards

The boards are now on display in the changing room corridor, please feel free to come down and have a read

they can be viewed here – https://penicuikrugby.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/100-Years-of-Penicuik-Rugby-Club-A3.pdf

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