Crieff & Strathaearn name squad for Plate Final
Posted: 28/Apr/07
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Captain: Cameron Kennedy D.O.B. 11.01.82, Ht 6ft1, Wt 14st, Position Wing Forward . From South Ayshire , studied Fish Farming at Barony College Dumfries. Cameron has represented the Midlands District. His previous club was Carrick RFC from Maybole, where his father has been involved for nearly thirty years. Cameron Enjoys his rugby immensly and has a real passion for the club. It is his first season as captain and has relished the position. Cameron now stays in Kenmore near Aberfeldy, where he writes poetry and goes for walks.

Vice Captain : Dave Lyle. D.O.B. 18.02.83 Ht 6ft2, Wt 14st, Position Stand off . Educated at Morrisons Academy and a degree in building and surveying from Heriot Watt . Presently works on his dads farm outside Braco. Dave has been an integral part of the team for the past two seasons. He has a great tactical mind and all ability to break tackles and put his players into space. Dad played for Gala , Stirling County and Crieff .Young brother Fraser side lined with injury .

Alan Webster D.O.B 12.05.68 Ht 5ft7, Wt, 13st, Position Hooker/Wing forward Educated at Crieff High School , “ Webbie “ is presently playing his 21st senior season with the club having started as a Midi . He adds some real experience to this young side, and as a former Captain, is hugely respected by all at the club. He is a `heart on the sleeve` style player and is really enjoying Crieff’s open brand of rugby this season. As well as playing for Crieff Alan has also represented the Midlands District team. Alan lives in Crieff and is a Heating Installations Manager.

Ross Coventry D.O.B. 25.09.80 Ht 6ft Wt 16st Position Prop
Ross has really come into his own this season and is undoubtedly playing his best rugby this season. Has played for the Blue and Golds for a number of seasons. He was instrumental in disrupting opponents scrums in the two previous rounds of the plate. As well as his scrummaging Ross has ability in open field, essential in the Crieff style of rugby. Ross lives in Auchterarder and runs a fencing company.

Nial Ramsay D.O.B 13.01.84 Ht 6ft2 Wt 15st, Position Second Row
Nials rugby has progressed hugely in the last 4 seasons, and is now a main stay of the starting 15. He has a great deal of commitment to the club, travelling a large distance to training twice a week.
Nial`s big hits and high work rate are legendary within the club. Educated at Breadalbane Academy in Aberfeldy, he still lives there and is an Assistant Manager for a Caravan/ Chalet Complex in Kenmore

Jamie Alsop D.O.B 26.09.73 Ht 6ft1, Wt 15st, Position Second Row/ No. 8 Jamie is another player who adds great experience to the team. He has an aggressive style of play and is a key line breaker and ball carrier for the team. Jamie is also an ex-captain, with great leadership in
the pack. Originally from Yorkshire , has played for Huddersfield, Camborne School of Mines, Camborne, Muscat, Cornwall, Gariochand and the Midlands District. So it is fair to say our Yorkshire tike has been about a bit. Jamie lives in Muthill and is a Quarries Manager.

Kenny Butler D.O.B 15.09.68 Ht 5ft7, Wt 14st Position Scrum Half
Kenny is a die hard Crieff man who always gives 100%. He attended Morrisons Academy and has a good rugby brain. One of the teams best trainers, his commitment is something that everyone can learn from. He has played for Haddington, Oban and Peterhead. Kenny lives in Auchterarder and is a Managing Director of his own company.

Jason Hill D.O.B 12.03.90 Ht 6ft3 Wt 15st Position No.8
Jason has been a key player in the development of this young Crieff team. He has just finished at Morrisons Academy, where he had a tremendous try scoring record, and now intends to take a gap year. Jason has aspirations of travelling to New Zealand to play rugby. Those that have played with him or watched him will know that he has great potential. He has proved himself as an excellent broken field runner and really enjoys his rugby. He presently represents the under 18 Caledonian Reds team.

Craig Gordon D.O.B 12.10.67 Ht 6ft Wt 15.5st Position Prop
As with all Crieff’s front row Craig was inspirational in the last two rounds of the plate. A powerful ball carrier for the team, he leads from the front and never gives up. Another ex-Captain with great experience and passion for the club, in a game Craig always does the right thing. Craig lives in Auchterarder and is a Managing Director of his own company.



Pierre Leger D.O.B 15.07.68 Ht 5ft10 Wt 16st Position Prop
Parisian Pierre moved to Crieff 12 years ago, and has played for the club since. He is a solid scrummager, but has pace and ability to go with it, as he used to play on the wing. Nowadays it is not only strength but Gaelic flare. Pierre is another great club man, and does anything that is asked of him. He was supposed to be touring with the seconds and although paid up, has decided to represent the Blue and Golds on this momentous day, which is something that the squad and coach are thankful for. Pierre lives in Crieff and works within the Gourmet foods industry.

Peter Cook D.O.B 27.05.66 Ht 5ft11 Wt 16st Position Prop
Peter came to Crieff this season as a good player but in getting fit has surpassed all expectations to become a great prop and key first fifteen player. Another solid scrummager with great motivational qualities he is always one to put his body on the line. Peter has played for Howe of Fife, Dunfermline and Alloa. Lives in Crieff and is a pharmacist.

Sean Horan D.O.B 01.08.86 Ht 5ft6 Wt 14st Position Hooker
Sean is now in his 3rd season with Crieff and has been a great asset for the club. A convert from the Perth youth squad , since coming to Crieff a has really made a name for himself. Incredible ability to take ball against the head, as well as being a tenacious terrier in open field. Sean would do anything for the team, He was unfortunately injured in the quarter finals against Cumnock and has missed a couple of games since. Now fully fit and raring to go much to the relief of Crieff fans. Sean lives in Muthill and is a joiner.

Mark Dow D.O.B 23.10.76 Ht 6ft6 Wt 17.5st Position Second row
The big man of the team. This is Marks first season with Crieff and after playing a few games in the second fifteen was drafted into the firsts, where he continues to improve.. He helped in the Semi final win against the Aberdeen Students by adding some much needed weight. Originally from Kent he has previously played for Charleton Park and Blackheath. He now lives in Greenloaning outside Braco and is a HR Consultant For the Royal Bank of Scotland.





Scott Adams D.O.B 05.10.87 Ht 6ft1 Wt 13.5st Position Utility back\ Back row .Scott Adams another Crieff High School product has had a tremendous season. Always looking to learn and improve his game. Scott can always be counted on, and for that reason has massive respect within the club. Scott has also given a lot back to the club and whilst doing his SVQ, coached the midis and helped get interest in the club from all the local schools .He did this as well as train and play with the first fifteen. Scott lives in Braco and is studying Sports and Exercise Science at Falkirk College.

Duncan Clow D.O.B 17.08.88 Ht 6ft3 Wt 15st Position Back Row
Duncan is another youngster that attended Morrisons Academy. Don’t be fooled by his age, Duncan is an experienced player who exudes aggression and ability. Since coming to Crieff he has really added a new dimension, with his ball carrying ability and tackling. As well as Perth and Crieff Duncan has also represented Midlands District and Tayside. Duncan lives just outside Perth and plans to go to Aberdeen Uni next year to study Geography.

Adam Lambert D.O.B 26.02.87 Ht 5ft11 Wt 14st Position Centre
Adam is a hard abrasive centre who has an abundance of pace power and skill. He is key to getting the young Crieff team on the front foot and has a great vision for the game. He has represented the Scottish Exiles under 19`s, Durham University, Durham County Mens and Caledonia Reds. He is presently studying Physics at Durham University. Lives in Aberfeldy and is always keen to pull on a shirt and give his all for the club.

Lawrence Howell D.O.B 20.01.62 Ht 5ft11 Wt 13.5st Position Centre
A former back rower Lawrence brings some grunt and experience to the back line. He is a defensive powerhouse, and is excellent at organising the defensive line. Lawrence is a PE teacher at Morrisons Academy, providing a valuable link between the School and the club. Originally from Wales and a former RAF man he has played for the RAF, Saudi, Merthyr Tydfil, Perthshire and Kinross.

Stuart Guntley D.O.B 08.09.88 Ht 5ft9 Wt 12.5st Position Wing
In his first season with the club Stuart has proved, what a potent runner he can be, his jinky runs prove hard for defences to handle. He has been helped to develop this season by having a great rapport and understanding with fullback Craig Wishart whom he has played with all season. Stuart is another product of Morrisons Academy, and is presently studying Sports Marketing at Stirling University, but would love to be a producer of Gangsta Rap. He and the rest of the team have been well supported by his parents, Kevin and Diane who have recently moved to Crieff.

Adam Murdoch D.O.B 26.02.90 Ht 6ft3 Wt 12.5st Position Wing
The young man of the team. Don’t be deceived though, Adam has tremendous pace and finishing ability and is strong in defence and has a great understanding of the game and the manner in which the Blue and Golds like to play it. Adam lives in Methven.

Jamie Coffey D.O.B 21.01.87 Ht 5ft11 Wt 13st Position Centre
Jamie attended Morrisons Academy, and since then has been an integral part of the team. The most notable thing about the way he plays his game is his tackling. He also has a great pass off either hand and has an eye for a gap. Jamie can also play Stand off, and take pressure off the Dave Lyle with well struck touch kicks. Jamie is studying Physiotherapy at Robert Gordon University, but always makes himself available for the Blue & Golds .

Craig Wishart D.O.B 19.02.85 Ht 6ft Wt 13.5st Position Fullback
Craig is a product of Crieff High School and our youth system. He was an instrumental player for the under 18`s and is now an experienced, very reliable full back for the first fifteen. Craig is also an extremely talented runner with a mean side step and pace to burn. Craig is studying medicine in Edinburgh and hopes to become a top class surgeon one day. Despite his heavy workload Craig is always available and has not missed a game this season.

Duncan Rutherford Age 17 Ht 5ft10 Wt 12st Position Scrum half
Duncan is Crieff’s newest acquisition from the Morrisons rugby factory. Improving all the time, Duncan has a superb pass off either hand that immediately gets the backs on the front foot. He has plenty confidence and has already brought a number of new moves to the Braidhaugh. Next year Duncan plans to go to Aberdeen University to study Law.





Team Management

Coach : Phil Murdoch, an ex-Crieff and Perthshire player. Phil has come in half way through the season and instilled great believe and direction in the Crieff players. He has been completely focused on the type of game Crieff have to play. He is tremendously well respected, as recent numbers at training suggest.

Assistant Forwards Coach and Club President: Bob Krr, an excellent prop in his own right not so long ago, has given a lot of support to Coach Phil and Captain Cameron. Has a great understanding of the game, and always has valuable input.

Fraser Lyle: Assistant coach and brother of stand off Dave Lyle. Fraser is one of our most talented prospects. He is studying at Aberdeen after leaving Morrisons. He is in trials for the Scottish University side, Played 60 minutes at stand off in the quarter final against Cumnock with a broken hand. His try was the difference on the day, but his injury has ruled him out for the rest of the season. Truly heroic, well done Fraser, all the lads wish you could be out on pitch playing.

This article was posted on 28-Apr-2007, 12:39 by Hugh Barrow.