Spain Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Has anyone ever actually been involved in the game in any capacity? I notice that Inverness now has a properly set-up youth scheme where the Inverness schools all play each other. They also have a senior squad (adults and school leavers) that plays in the BAFL. I wish they'd had that kinda system in my day. There's a number of other teams in Scotland too. So has anyone ever been involved in anything like this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellfan09 Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 ive thought about going along to the hurricanes training a few times but its at the other side of the city from me on a sunday morning so ive never bothered, maybe one day... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountyFan Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 I used to play in Inverness when I was in school. The set up there is fucking fantastic, led by a guy called Robbie who should really be knighted for his contribution to local youths/sport. I'd urge anyone to go along. I played when I was 14-17, played mostly guard and we played 9-on-9 kitted. I know a couple of guys through that who played at uni and in fact still play I think. Great thing to be involved in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albertlegend Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 There are open try out in wishaw today ad next Sunday for the Clyde valley Blackhawks. Always been tempted to go along but never actually bothered Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie Les Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Id love to be able to play, but doubt there is a position to accomadate a 5,11", 10stone man who is slower thank a week in jail. Anybody have any info on Cecils roadshow thing he was talking about. I know its been run for a few years but what actually goes on? Is it worth going along too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd_is_God Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I played for 6 years at youth level. Got so far as to play for Scotland and GB Youth and to train with the Claymores when they had their elite school going on. Was decent. Couldn't really be bothered with it after getting too old for youth though. I had a break and was convinced to come back anf play one year of senior, but by then health issues / work commitments meant I wasn't enjoying it anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ledley 1877 Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Currently play in the BAFAL national for the Trojans, in my rookie year. Absolutely loving it!! Would recommend it to anyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albertlegend Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 What position are you playing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ledley 1877 Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 What position are you playing? Wide Receiver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macbeast Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Played three seasons with the Trojans had to retire due to injury (non football related) and would recommend it to anyone of any size shape or age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akredz Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 I played for 15 years for Edinburgh Eagles, Edinburgh Phoenix, Lothian Raiders and maybe even a couple of other incarnations I can't quite remember. I was also lucky enough to get to play for Great Britain and was too young and too stupid to realise what an idiot I was to stop going to the GB training because I couldn't arsed to travel to Birmingham. It's a fantastic game, and has created bonds with the guys on the teams I played with that still are strong. if you get the chance, play, or coach or help out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplistic Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Wide Receiver. What number you playing? Will be at Meadowbank on the 11th so I'll be sure to give you a boo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ledley 1877 Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 What number you playing? Will be at Meadowbank on the 11th so I'll be sure to give you a boo Haha I'm now a CornerBack. Turns out I'm better blocking a receiver than being one, No. 30....need a good win after an absolute pumping in the opening game! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
double0pie Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Played a couple of years for the Tigers youth team when it was kicking about, went from OLB to OG/DT in a season thanks to a job in KFC. Played a couple of seasons for the UWS Pyros in the uni league as well, played mainly at MLB but had stints at SS, OLB, DE, LG, LT and FB (Jack of all trades master of none eh? ). Loved the uni league couldn't recommend it enough if you are a student. (Pyros are the best though obviously ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplistic Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I'm considering giving playing a shot next year. Not sure what position I'd play but if you don't try you never will. I am meeting the Wolves on Sunday morning though to look to take over their twitter account for them. I do the twitter account for Spartans so hopefully will get some experience doing that for them. Get following @edinburghwolves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throwie 1877 Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I play for the Trojans too (Ledley 1877 is my brother). Play QB. Like my bro, in my rookie season, so I probably won't see too much action this year. Hopefully get a few snaps on Sunday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplistic Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Had to leave at start of 4th qtr but believe you guys won. Was a cracking game with some great touchdowns for both teams! Your QB/Coach seems like a rather angry person! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throwie 1877 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Yeah, we won 46-38. Much needed win for the trojans. Bit disappointed not to get game time, but got to expect that as a rookie. Yeah, he was losing the rag at the officials yesterday. Too many pass interference and personal fouls not called - on both sides of the ball! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplistic Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 He seemed to be losing the rag with his own players. Made a point to walk over and have a go at one of his WR then finger pointing at his linebackers when they came on. Your running back was superb though. Looked like it was going to be a blow-out but the Wolves have some decent players on attack too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throwie 1877 Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 It's just the way he coaches - we've been running those plays since January, so there's no real excuse to not being up to par. He just wants the linebackers to hit, I felt our defence was a bit laggy yesterday, as was our offence. If we continued to play the way we did in the first quarter, we wold've blown the wolves away. Our running back is quality, and he deserved his 5 TD's yesterday! The wolves Qb looks to be an excellent young player - big future ahead of him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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