THE grand opening of Ross High RFC’s upgraded changing facilities kicked off a two-day rugby bonanza at the club’s Blawearie Road home – and
raised more than &pound1,000 for charity. The &pound127,000 makeover of the club’s changing rooms was unveiled last Friday evening before crowds of spectators flocked to witness a thrilling game featuring the Scottish Legends team against Ross High. Famous names playing on the day including former Scotland stars Scott Hastings, Rowen Shepherd, Tom Smith and Craig Chalmers, and despite the best efforts of the Ross High team, the Legends walked away victorious at the end of the match with a final score of 38-21. Said Mr Glynn: “It was a close call but the skill level of these guys, even though they’ve retired, was awesome and really great to watch.” SRU president Jim Stevenson was among the guests. On Saturday, local youngsters were put through their paces in a rugby academy, followed by a family barbecue and tasty derby match between Ross High Legends and Preston Lodge Legends, in which Ross High eventually clinched victory with an 29-14 triumph. Said Mr Glynn: “The opening of the new changing rooms went superbly and we had a really good turn out on both days.
“I’d like to thank all the people who helped in the build up to the event and the people who turned up on the both days to support the club.”