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Hardy local riders brave the rain for combined training event
Hardy local riders brave the rain for combined training event
26 October 2021
Rain failed to deter a good number of riders from taking part in a recent competition held at Sibster Mains, Wick
All smiles at local RDA group awards
All smiles at local RDA group awards
26 October 2021
Local pupils have been enjoying weekly visits to the Caithness Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) Group over the last school term.
Listen: Balls & Whistles Episode 40
Listen: Balls & Whistles Episode 40
22 October 2021
This week ICT's title bid, Ross County's poor form, the MacTavish Cup final, success for the Highland Stags and a golfing prodigy are on the agenda.
Bain in blistering form to win Reay's October Medal
Bain in blistering form to win Reay's October Medal
20 October 2021
The winter season is now in full swing at Reay and despite the cooler weather there have still been some red-hot scores posted.
Dreams come true for Caithness rider at HOYS
Dreams come true for Caithness rider at HOYS
17 October 2021
A trio of Caithness riders taking part at this year's prestigious Horse of the Year Show all came home with rosettes.
Osborne holds his nerve in McVitie and Price final at Thurso
Osborne holds his nerve in McVitie and Price final at Thurso
12 October 2021
Steve Osborne took on Ed Wyllie in the final of the McVitie and Price Trophy, one of the oldest and most prestigious trophies at Thurso Golf Club.
Meghan Blackwood jumps to success in Scottish league
Meghan Blackwood jumps to success in Scottish league
12 October 2021
A talented Halkirk rider is among the top 10 showjumpers competing on the Scottish circuit at her level.
Single-hole victory for Reay team in Ulbster Cup final against Wick
Single-hole victory for Reay team in Ulbster Cup final against Wick
06 October 2021
Reay hosted the Ulbster Cup as each of the Caithness clubs entered two teams of four players to play fourball matches in a series of knockout ties.
Youngson ends long wait for trophy with Freswick Cup success at Thurso
Youngson ends long wait for trophy with Freswick Cup success at Thurso
06 October 2021
Thurso Golf Club's Freswick Cup, donated to the club in 1934 by Admiral Sir Edwyn Sinclair Alexander-Sinclair, was contested over two rounds.
Kart ace Jack is convincing winner at Golspie's latest Motorsport UK meet
Kart ace Jack is convincing winner at Golspie's latest Motorsport UK meet
02 October 2021
Castletown karting competitor Jack Ryan had a brilliant, incident-free weekend at the Motorsport UK September meet at the Golspie track.
Cowe is runaway winner in Stuart Campbell Open at Thurso
Cowe is runaway winner in Stuart Campbell Open at Thurso
02 October 2021
There was an excellent turnout of 60 players from Thurso, Reay, Wick, Golspie and Inverness for the Stuart Campbell Open played at Thurso Golf Club.
Listen: Balls & Whistles 37 – Loch Ness Marathon
Listen: Balls & Whistles 37 – Loch Ness Marathon
01 October 2021
There is loads to cover in the latest Balls & Whistles, including looking ahead to the return of the Loch Ness Marathon this Sunday!
Eunson rolls back the years to win Reay's Sandside Challenge Trophy
Eunson rolls back the years to win Reay's Sandside Challenge Trophy
29 September 2021
The final action of the summer season at Reay Golf Club saw some excellent scoring in warm autumnal conditions.
Elder statesmen Irvine and McLeod seize the impetus in J Waters Cup at Thurso
Elder statesmen Irvine and McLeod seize the impetus in J Waters Cup at Thurso
27 September 2021
The Thurso Golf Club J Waters men's foursomes knockout trophy is played over the summer, with victory this year going to Davy Irvine and Jim McLeod.
Gunn holds off all challengers in Thurso Summer League
Gunn holds off all challengers in Thurso Summer League
27 September 2021
Thurso Golf Club's Summer League sorts out the wheat from the chaff with only the best nine scores counting from 23 Stableford competitions.
Presentation to greenkeeper Frazer Sparling to mark 20 years at Thurso Golf Club
Presentation to greenkeeper Frazer Sparling to mark 20 years at Thurso Golf Club
26 September 2021
Thurso Golf Club's greenkeeper Frazer Sparling has received a presentation marking his 20 years at the club, having begun his apprenticeship in 2001.
Fun and games at Pony Club gymkhana
Fun and games at Pony Club gymkhana
25 September 2021
Young Ava Bain was on a winning streak at a gymkhana held at Blarmhor House, Halkirk, securing the most points overall on the day.
Listen: Balls & Whistles 36
Listen: Balls & Whistles 36
24 September 2021
There is a wide variety of sports in this week's episode, from the usual football and rugby through shinty to squash, cricket and jiu-jitsu!
Spectacular scoring as Reay summer season enters final few weeks
Spectacular scoring as Reay summer season enters final few weeks
22 September 2021
There was plenty of action on the Reay course during the past week as the summer season enters its final few weeks in September.
Mackay and Coghill set fastest times in Littleferry sprint events
Mackay and Coghill set fastest times in Littleferry sprint events
22 September 2021
Caithness Car Club hosted rounds nine and 10 of the Guyson Scottish Sprint Championship at Golspie's Littleferry circuit this month.