Kinross Newsletter

Sports NewsKinross Ladies Hockey Club35th Anniversary YearWith two weeks of training so far under ourbelts already the season is already lookingpositive. The benefits of having two coaches running thetraining sessions together are already being seen, allowingbasics and more advanced skill training to be worked on atthe same time. The numbers attending training have beenencouraging despite the earlier start this year when manyare still on holiday.The hockey season kicks off on Saturday 5 Septemberwith the Corporation Cup, followed the next week by theBell Trophy Tournament (which we go into as currentholders!). The league season starts on Saturday19 September with home fixtures for both teams; allspectators will be welcome, with pass back likely to 1pm.This season is particularly special to Kinross Ladies, as wecelebrate our 35th year as a club! To celebrate we areholding an Anniversary Celebration at the WindlestraeHotel on Saturday 26 September, from 7.30pm. It willalso be a fundraising event in memory of Greig Smith, whosadly died of cancer earlier this year. Greig’s twin sisterJenni plays for Kinross Ladies, and has also representedScotland at under 16 level for the past 2 years. Tickets forthe Dinner are priced at £35, which includes music, foodand a glass of wine. The proceeds will go to Rachel House,where Greig was treated very well. Tickets are availablefrom Morag Donaldson (01577 863356) and Nel Davidson(01577 840400).If you are interested in coming along to training, join us atthe all weather pitch at KGV playing fields at the Muirs onWednesday evenings. Training starts at 6.30pm sharp, soplease be there in good time. You will need to bringtrainers (no metal studs allowed), and a bottle of water orjuice is a very good idea. There is a £2 training fee for eachsession. If you would like any further details please checkthe website at www.kinrossladieshockey.co.ukSOFT FURNISHINGSQuality hand-finished Curtains and Blindsexpertly made from your own fabric.Specialising in hand-pleated, interlinedcurtainsFull fitting service available32Kinross Curling ClubAfter an all too short summer the curlingseason is upon us once again. The openingbonspiel will be held on Thursday 24September at 7.45pm. The format will bePast President, Dave Beveridge, vs President, AlistairWood. Skips will be in contact with the rinks in due course.Keep up to date with all Club news on the website whichwill be updated regularly over the playing season.With the proposed National Curling Academy on ourdoorstep, now is a good time to take up the game orrekindle a past involvement. The Club are always interestedin new members to further promote the sport. If interestedor looking for more information, please contact ClubPresident Alistair Wood on 01577 862749.Kinross CavaliersBasketball ClubThe Club held its final session on Tuesday30 June, when we said goodbye to all our S2members. We had a fun games night to end the term, andpresented our ‘graduates’ with a team photo as a souvenir oftheir time with the Club.The Club resumes on Tuesday 25 August, running from6pm to 8pm, in the Games Hall at Kinross High School. AllP7 to S2 boys and girls are welcome. The cost is aregistration fee of £10 for the year, and £2 per session.If you’d like to get involved, please e-mailkinrosscavaliers@btinternet.com or call 01577 840399 or01577 862623.Kinross Curling SchoolOn Monday 21 September at 7.45pmwe are holding a Free Come and Tryfor those who would like to try the sport of curling. Ifinterested and you come along, please bring with you a pairof clean-soled trainers that you have carried into the rink,wear a pair of loose fitting trousers and bring an extra fleecejust in case you feel the cold.Monday After School for children 8 years to pre Highschool starts up again on Monday 28 September from3.30pm – 4.30pm.Thursday After School starts Thursday 1 October from4.00pm – 5.15pm.Kinross High After School from 1st year upwards starts onMonday 28 September, time 4.30pm – 5.30pm.Contact: Ena Stevenson, Kinross Curling DevelopmentOfficer, tel 01383 850257, email enastevenson@aol.comFree quotationsContact Jeanne Sledmore onTel 01383 724607Mob 07799 204739Subscriptions to the NewsletterUseful for readers living outside the distribution area of theNewsletter, a subscription service is available.For further details see www.kinrossnewsletter.org orphone Glenn Neve on 01592 860808 or emailsubscriptions@kinrossnewsletter.orgGARDEN STEPS & MOREBricks, blocks, mono block& stone work etc. –Steps, paths, walls, patios, paving,Repairs/pointing etc.Specialists in stone workfor advice and a free estimate callWilliam Morris01592 84009507866 961685 (mobile)