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Awards recognition for ORFC Youth Rugby volunteer

22/3/2025

 
Congratulations to Lucy Rendall Flett!

Lucy has been awarded Volunteer of the Season for Youth Rugby – Caledonia North by Scottish Rugby at Murrayfield!

A true inspiration both on and off the field, Lucy dedicates her time to coaching the U16 boys’ team, while also serving as their pitch-side medic, mentor, and rugby mum.
Her dedication, passion, and commitment to the sport and her players make her truly deserving of this recognition.

Read more at Scottish Rugby
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Vacancy: Community Rugby Coach

21/3/2025

 
*** APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED ***
Orkney Rugby Football Club are looking for a Community Rugby Coach to assist the Rugby Development Officer.

Candidates must have an interest in delivering rugby, have good communication skills, be flexible and have a positive attitude.

The role will focus on delivering high quality coaching sessions in schools, clubs and organisations to leave a lasting impact on the local community. The role is suited to someone with a passion for coaching and rugby.
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Owen Spence – Glasgow Warriors U16 Selection!

19/3/2025

 
Huge congratulations to Owen Spence on his selection for the Glasgow Warriors U16 squad! A well-deserved achievement after all his hard work and dedication.

Owen found out on Monday evening that training was happening tonight, so after a full morning at school, he headed straight to the airport at lunchtime, caught his flight, and will be hitting the training pitch this evening.

Then, it’s straight back to school tomorrow - because exams don’t wait!
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A huge shoutout to all our high-performing athletes who regularly travel off-island for training and games, balancing their sporting ambitions with school and other commitments. It takes serious dedication, and we’re proud of every single one of you!

Owen is proudly sponsored by Orkney Shooting Holidays - a huge thank you to them for their support in his rugby journey. If you’re interested in sponsoring one of our high performing athletes, please contact [email protected]

Hubert Haundsmidt Memorial Cup 2025 Match Report

18/3/2025

 
On Saturday, March 15th, the annual rugby showdown between Westray and the BaBas for the Hubert Haundsmidt Memorial Cup took place in Westray.

Despite mixed weather conditions, players and spectators alike enjoyed a day of competitive and entertaining rugby.

The Ba Bas made the brave journey across the water on the Nordic Sea that morning—a possible warning sign for Westray of the determined opposition they would soon face
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Photos: Julian Preston

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U14 Girls Rugby | Great North Challenge in Ellon 8-3-25

18/3/2025

 
On the 8th of March, the U14 girls’ team coached by Sean Corrigall were South playing in Ellon for the Great North Challenge, meeting up with teams from Mackie, Ellon, Lochaber, Ross Sutherland and Garrioch RFCs for a day of rugby. Orkney was by far the strongest side number wise.
The girls played three 7 aside games – drew against Ellon in the first game, lost to Mackie in the second game and finally took the win against Lochaber in the 3rd – before splitting in two 15 aside teams for a final full pitch game.

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Youth Rugby Match Report | U18 National Youth Bowl Final 15-3-25

18/3/2025

 
U18 Boys National Youth Bowl Final
Pickaquoy, Saturday 15 Mar 2025
Orkney RFC 10, Gala Wanderers 36

The Orkney U18s campaign towards the National Youth Bowl Final has been a long one. They have played up and down the country in order to secure their deserved place in the final.
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Photos: Bruce Flett
The squad began their unbeaten run last September against Boroughmuir in Edinburgh with a 34-17 win, followed the next week beating East Kilbride 50-0 in Kirkwall, with Orkney finishing top of our pool group.

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Autumn International 2025 Ticket Applications now open

17/3/2025

 
Club members are now able to apply for tickets for the 2025 Autumn Nations Series games in November.

You will need an online ticketing account with Scottish Rugby in order to apply.

Please note that the club's allocation is based on the number of tickets that members apply for - THERE ARE NO "SPARE TICKETS". So, "If you don't ask now, you won't get later!"

DEADLINE for entries is Monday 21 April.

For full details and application form, please visit the International Tickets page
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Gala RFC U16s v Caledonia Saltires U16s - 16-3-25

17/3/2025

 
Owen Spence and Balfour Norquoy were called up for Caledonia Saltires U16 in regional matches being played at Gala RFC on Sunday 16th March.
The Saltires played three 30 minute games against Glasgow, Borders and Edinburgh.
The Caley side came away with three wins where the team showed some great skill and physicality. Owen and Balfour both contributing well to these wins.

What's On?

17/3/2025

 
What's On: 24-30 March

Monday, 31 Mar
  • Girls U12/14s Training 17:30-18:30 at ORFC. Beginners & returning players from P6-U18 welcome.
  • Senior Women's & Girls U16/18s training 18:30-20:00 at Market Stance

Tuesday, 1 April
  • U18s & Senior Men’s training 18:30-20:00 at KGS

Wednesday, 2
  • Warm-up Wednesday 15:30 at ORFC
  • U13-U16 Boys Training 18:00-19:30 at ORFC

Thursday, 3
  • Girls Training 17:30-19:00 at ORFC
  • U18s & Senior Men’s training 19:30-21:00 at KGS

Friday, 4
  • Senior Women's training 18:30-20:00 at KGS

Saturday, 5
  • Girls U14 Friendly v Shetland. 12:30-14:00 at ORFC
  • Family Bingo night at ORFC - 17:00 for eyes down at 17:30
  • Internal Rugby match v Westray (TBC)

Sunday, 6
  • No Kirkwall Minis or Rookies this week
  • East Rookies 10:30-11:15 at Burrayfield
  • East Minis 10:30-11:30 at Burrayfield
  • West Rookies 11:00-12:00 at Dounby Primary School
  • West Minis 11:00-12:30 at Dounby Primary School

Check Fixtures Page / Calendar for future events & directions to games

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U16s win Caledonia North league 2024/25!

13/3/2025

 
CHAMPIONS!

Huge congratulations to our Orkney U16s, the Inspiresport Boys’ U16 Caledonia North League Winners 2024/2025!

An incredible achievement by a hardworking and dedicated squad - your efforts on and off the pitch have paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder!

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A massive shoutout to our incredible coaching team - head coach Graeme Ramage, along with Trevor Spence, Stewart Spence, and Lucy Flett for their unwavering dedication, guidance, and passion in developing this team.

And, of course, a special thank you to Tracy Stanger, our amazing ‘momager,’ whose behind-the-scenes organisation keeps everything running smoothly and helps make achievements like this possible!
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