Hockey: Runners stride out to raise funds
PERTHSHIRE Hockey Club's 10k and 5k fundraiser last Sunday made over £1,300.
PERTHSHIRE Hockey Club's 10k and 5k fundraiser last Sunday made over £1,300. Half the funds raised from generous supporters of PHC will help sustain and develop the club with the other half donated to Macmillan in support of their new patient care unit in Perth.
There were 14 entrants for the 5k and 13 for the 10k.
Leading the track for the boys in the 5k race was Euan Holmes. For the girls in the 5k, the first back had a joint time as Amy Forbes and Rachel Halkerston crossed the finish.
In the 10k race, Rob Hoare left the rest behind him representing the best effort for the men's team, with Helen Thompson making it back first for the women's team.
Special mention has to go to Robin Nicholson attracting one quarter of the total funds raised, to Sarah Stevenson for running on her birthday, and to the marshals who gave up time.
To all the runners – please collect all money raised and have it in by September 20, either by bringing it to training or to Saturday matches.
If the athletes collect that little bit extra in donations the club could reach the £1,500 mark.
Further thanks go to Fraser Niven for organising the entire event.
Every member of the club benefits from all money raised at these events and, in this case, charities.
Last Saturday a ladies' team took part in the Bell Trophy at Kinross. In their group they had convincing wins against Madras (3–0) and Kinross II (5–0), but lost to Kinross I (2–0). In the final they again lost to Kinross I but this time by the solitary goal. Considering it was a mixed first and second team, it was a great effort.
The men's 1st XI played a friendly against a combined first and second Harris team at Strathallan School. The home team had a convincing 6–2 win against the Dundonians, introducing debutants Stephen Miller in goal and equally promising youngster Alan Thom at right back. Neil Robertson also brought in new recruits Gregor McIntosh and Andrew Comrie. It was a fine performance and lets hope the form continues into the National League programme. The scorers were Ross Henderson, Scott Turkington, Michael Robertson, Michael Mitchell and two for Michael Swan.
Tomorrow the ladies' teams are both away, with the 1st XI travelling to Kinross to play their first team and will be hoping to avenge the result last weekend. The 2nd XI plays against Dundee University II.
The men's 1st XI take on Dunfermline Carnegie starting at 2.30pm, at Rosyth, while the other two men's teams have a practice match starting at noon, at Auchterarder.
This Wednesday outdoor training for the men – and any ladies wishing to join them – moves under the floodlights to Strathallan School, from 7.30–9pm. Also, on Tuesday the ladies section begins training indoor at the Bell's Sports Centre. This is from 7.30–9pm and will continue weekly to December 16.
Any past, present and new players – male and female – are welcome to come along, simply turn up on the evening or contact Stephen Pedgrift, tel 01738 561833 and 07780 623354 or Tracey Greer, 01738 562990 and 07867 975658 for a lift or directions.
Youth hockey continues at Perth Academy: P4 and P5: Tuesdays, 5.30–6.30pm. P6 and P7: Wednesdays, 5–6pm. S1 to S3: Wednesdays, 6–7pm.
S4 and youngsters playing senior hockey, are encouraged to go to senior training as detailed above.
The outside tennis courts will be used until the October holidays.
But if the weather is inclement, the Games Hall is available, so please bring equipment for outdoor and indoor.
Shin guards must be worn and also remember to bring along a non-fizzy drink and appropriate clothing for the weather. The cost for the sessions will be £2 per night and players should arrive 5-10 minutes before each session starts so that money can be collected.
If you are interested contact either Sandra Robertson – mini hockey co-ordinator, tel 01738 624689 or Ialene Mitchell – youth hockey convener, tel 01738 630154; or email: imperth@gmail.com