http://sport.caithness.org/ Sport news stories for the county of Caithness, Scotland en-gb PHP Sport Index by Niall Fernie Copyright 1998-2012 Caithness.Org niall.fernie@gmail.com (Niall Fernie) 720 http://sport.caithness.org/images/logo_rss.gifhttp://sport.caithness.org/ http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=278 A group trying to set a Guiness World Record and raise money for a brain tumour trust are heading your way tonight, but they need some help. Trying to contact the local athletics club/TA or any group of reasonably fit people who might venture out in the storm. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=278 Sport.Caithness.Org Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=277 Scorries' second half form nets all three points - Reporter Noel Donaldson Wick Academy......3.......Lossiemouth.......0....... (h.t. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=277 Sport.Caithness.Org Tue, 8 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=276 The Duncraig Educational Trust is open now for funding applications for grants up to £1000. Councillor Bill Fernie, chairman of the Education, Culture and Sport Committee of Highland Council who also sat on the group making the awards said," The Duncraig Trust has already helped with funding for a wide range of young people and in 2012 the emphasis will be on young folk looking to improve their performances towards the Commonwelath Games but this will not preclude other areas completely so it is well worth looking at the criteria to see if you qualify to apply." The Duncraig Educational Trust Scheme can offer financial assistance to young Highland people who can meet the essential criteria for the scheme. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=276 Sport.Caithness.Org Wed, 2 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=275 My name is Kris Hamilton, I am a personal trainer for Hamilton Optimum Training - H.O.T, Based in Caithness Through cutting edge training and methods with scientific backing, alongside extensive nutritional knowledge I can aid you in achieving your goals. This can include everything from losing fat, gaining muscle mass to training for a marathon! I have also competed internationally for Scotland in rugby and trained with some of the best players in Scotland. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=275 Sport.Caithness.Org Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=271 The Olympic Flame will be visiting the Highlands as part of the Olympic Torch Relay. The Olympic Flame will be carried by people from our region as it travels through our local communities. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=271 Sport.Caithness.Org Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=269 The dates for Wick Gala Week 2012 were confirmed today. The week will begin with the Crowning of the Gala Queen at 7pm on Saturday 28th July 2012. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=269 Sport.Caithness.Org Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=270 Shona Robison this week kicked off plans to deliver Scotland's first National Performance Centre for sport. The Minister for Commonwealth Games and Sport announced that up to £25 million from the Scottish Government's Young Scots Fund would be ploughed into the initiative. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=270 Sport.Caithness.Org Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=267 A consultation on the development of a safety system for adventure activities in Scotland has been launched by the Minister for Commonwealth Games and Sport, Shona Robison. The Scottish Government is considering the best way forward for Scotland in light of the UK Government's plan to replace the statutory Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) with a new voluntary code of practice. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=267 Sport.Caithness.Org Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=268 Kick start your New Year with a fitness programme with a difference. Wick Tora-Kai Karate Club is now running Beginners Classes for all ages 12 and upwards every Monday night at 7.00 pm in the Assembly Rooms. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=268 Sport.Caithness.Org Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=266 Pictured with John Hilton (2nd right) are Mike Ritchie (2nd left), Mike's son Michael & his daughter Kimberley. This family trio have all achieved the grade of 2nd Dan black belt in Shotokan karate. ... http://sport.caithness.org/article.php?id=266 Sport.Caithness.Org Fri, 6 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT