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Mother and daughter time is well spent on the pitch for six rugby lovers

6/12/2025

Gary Heatly

We know that families love gathering and spending time with other families during December in the lead up to Christmas, but three local rugby loving mothers and daughters met up on the pitch at the end of November to spread some good will and share in a great experience.

For hosts Turriff in the Arnold Clark Women’s Caledonia North Two stage two match which they won 31-19 last Saturday, mother Lyndsey Hester and her daughter Bella Hester and mother Bobbie Jack and her daughter Isla Geddes were playing.

Bobbie Jack, Isla Geddes, Cailynn Williamson, Charlene Nicolson, Lyndsey Hester and Bella Hester - Photo: Gary Heatly

And mother Charlene Nicolson and her daughter Cailynn Williamson were lining up for opponents Orkney Dragons…
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Match Report | Turriff v Orkney Dragons 29-11-25

2/12/2025

Turriff 31, Orkney Dragons 19
Turriff, Saturday 29 November 2025

It was back on the road for the Orkney Dragons as they travelled to Turriff for their final match of the season.

Photo: Nickie Milne

Turriff kicked off, and despite a strong defensive effort from Orkney—with early tackles from Sandra Davey, Nikita Scollie, and Cailynn Williamson, plus turnover ball won by Nikita and Angie Shearer—it was Turriff’s No. 8 Emma Riach who crossed the line first. Isla Jack added the conversion to give the home side an early lead.

Youth Rugby Match Report | U18s v Strathmore 29-11-25

2/12/2025

Inspiresport Boy's U18 Caledonia Youth League (Phase 1 &2) League Decider
Pickaquoy, 29 November 2025
Orkney 20 – 8 Strathmore
Man of the Match - Ben Sinclair

The decider for the league was to be played in Orkney after our U18s had finished top of pool 1 in the youth league and Strathmore had done the same in pool 2.

Photo: Darren McGee

Both teams have had a great run in their respective pool matches so what better way to decide the league with a contest of the 2 top teams.

It has been a wet week and the Picky outfield pitches were soft to say the least. It was going to be a mucky affair. Both teams have met over the years and the matches are always very even so we knew it was going to be a hard match to win.

Match Report | Orkney Dragons v Peterhead - 22-11-25

25/11/2025

Orkney Dragons 21 v Peterhead 58
Pickaquoy, 22 November 2025

After a month-long break while the league split was finalised, the Orkney Dragons returned to action seeded in the top three.

Their first fixture was a much-anticipated home clash with Peterhead—particularly after the previous away fixture was forfeited due to travel issues. .

With both teams chasing a league title opportunity, the stage was set for a fiercely competitive afternoon.

Farmer’s Lunch- Saturday 29 November 2025

12/11/2025

Join us for a fantastic day celebrating our local farming community at the Orkney Rugby Football Club on Saturday 29th of November.

We’re hosting a hearty Farmers Lunch before the big games - tickets are just £15, which includes a delicious grill lunch from Williamsons Butchers and Donaldsons Butchers, both proudly local, plus a drink of your choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).

Representatives from NFU Mutual, RSABI, and other members of the farming community will be there - it’s a great opportunity to meet up, enjoy good food, and support local rugby!

Tickets: £15 each (includes lunch & a drink)

Doors Open: 12:00
Lunch Served: 12:00 – 14:00
2nd XV v Highland: 13:30
1st XV v Strathmore: 14:00
Raffle: 16:30

Whether you’re a farmer, part of a young farmers’ group, or just have an interest in the farming world, we’d love to see you there. Come along for great company, great rugby, and a great cause!

*** Pre-bookings are now closed - tickets may still be available at the club ***

ORFC Supporters Club | Sponsors Day - Sat 13 December 2025

29/10/2025

The 1st XV home game against Garnock RFC on Saturday 13 December is sponsored by ORFC’s Supporters Club.

Any members wishing to join in the sponsorship should contact Derek Aim on 07754907343.

Cost: £50 each (plus £20 for kitty)

Match Report | Aberdeen University Women v Orkney Dragons - 18-10-2025

20/10/2025

On the back of their 2 home wins the Dragon’s were finally on the road (sea) for their first away trip of the season.

With a wee bit of shopping and breakfast stop it was off to play another new team Aberdeen University Women.

Photos: Charlene Nicolson

Farewell to Rab Muir - Friday 24 October 2025

19/10/2025

There will be an evening at the club on Friday 24 October to celebrate the life of Rab Muir who passed away in August.

Everyone is very welcome to come along to the clubhouse to pay tribute to the man, the teammate, the coach, and the friend we were all so lucky to have.

7pm for a 7:30 start.

Six Nations Away Tickets 2026

15/10/2025

*** FINAL REMINDER- Deadline Friday 17 October. No late entries can be accepted ***

Applications are now open for Club members for the 2026 Guinness 6N Wales & Ireland games!

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

Italy tickets are only available for direct purchase online.

DEADLINE for entries is Friday 17 October.

For full details and application form, please visit the International Tickets page

Match Report | Orkney Dragons v Garioch 2nd XV 11-10-25

14/10/2025

Despite a rough boat crossing and a last-minute switch to the centre pitch, the Orkney Dragons hosted Garioch 2nds in challenging conditions — damp, windy, and blustery.

This marked the Dragons’ second game of the season, with a number of new players and positional changes continuing to shape the squad.

Photo: Nickie Milne

The front row featured Cady Denoon stepping in at prop, flanked by the experienced Sandra Davey at tighthead and Skye Taylor making a strong return at hooker. The trio provided a powerful platform early on, with Cady and Sandra’s aggressive carries and Skye’s dynamic runs putting pressure on the opposition from the outset.