Rugby

After 11 rounds of the postal winter league programme, Halkirk “A” outscored the Division One leaders Pentland “A” and are now only one point behind.

It’s so far, so good, for the Krakens after they racked up their second successive win in their qualifying group of the National Shield.

Tamzin Rosie, Cailynn Williamson, Sophie Miller and Carla Edwards have been showcasing their talents as part of Caledonia youth rugby squads.

Caithness under-18s clinched a quarter-final place in the Saltire Energy Caledonia Bowl on Saturday with a stylish 41-7 win over Ross Sutherland.

Ellon’s 54-26 victory over Caithness at Millbank leaves the Greens still battling to avoid the prospect of what would be a first-ever relegation.

Krakens face Oban Lorne in their second National Shield group match this weekend after getting their campaign off to the perfect start at Peterhead.

Emmie Barter knows what it’s like to experience success on the rugby field – and now she is determined to make her mark as a heavy events athlete.

The Krakens and the Greens face north-east opposition this weekend on cup and league business respectively, against Peterhead and Ellon.

Caithness under-18s lost 22-5 to Highland Falcons at the weekend in their opening group game in the Saltire Energy Caledonia Youth Bowl.

The Greens have increased their advantage over bottom team North Police without playing, after their scheduled clash was called off last week.

The emerging strength in depth of Caithness senior rugby ranks was on display as Caithness Seconds ran amok against visitors Skye at the weekend.

The Greens can take a big step towards preserving their Caley 1 status if they come out on top against bottom side North Police on Saturday.

Everything clicked for Caithness Seconds as they produced a five-star performance in their Caley North Region Division 3 encounter at Fraserburgh.

Caithness Krakens duly clinched the Caledonia North Region League 2 title with a no-frills 41-10 victory over Orkney Dragons at Millbank.

Caithness Krakens are set to emerge from their winter hibernation to formally clinch the Caledonia North 2 title when they entertain Orkney Dragons.

The Greens are scheduled to host Ellon this weekend as they continue their drive to secure their place in Caledonia League Division 1.

Cameron Boyd reported a clean bill of health after the Greens’ Boxing Day outing, with their home league match against Ellon coming up on January 11.

Caithness scored a double success on Boxing Day at Millbank, with the Greens taking the Sinclair Cadzow Memorial Trophy and the Krakens winning too.

Millbank is set to stage the latest instalment of the annual festive rugby fixture between Caithness and the Exiles/Students.

Home comforts again yielded maximum returns for the Greens, who can now enjoy the festive period having lifted themselves clear of bottom spot.