General news from the club
The Galashiels Squash Club Championship pits the Best Squash Players form all over the Borders against one another. Tony had seen off Brian Magowan of Melrose and Selkirks Iain Laing 3-0 in the early rounds before being tested by Peebles Richard Hebb in the Semi- Final 15-11, 15-11, 15-7. Sam Collin had defeated Richard Taylor …
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Last week witnessed an exhilarating clash between Lockerbie and the Border Reivers in what has become a bi-annual tradition for the clubs. With Lockerbie recently clinching the Dumfries and Galloway League title and the Border Reivers securing the Champions spot in East of Scotland League 3, anticipation was high as both teams entered the friendly …
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The recently concluded Grange Open 2024 witnessed a thrilling showcase of squash talent, featuring some big names in the sport vying for supremacy on the court. Held at the Grange Squash Club, the tournament showcased intense matches and unexpected outcomes, captivating spectators and players alike. Among the notable contenders was Galashiels Squash Club Coach and …
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In a thrilling showdown marking the culmination of the East of Scotland League season, the Border Reivers squash team emerged triumphant, securing their status as champions in a resounding victory over Waverley 3s. The stakes were high as the Border Reivers needed just 7 points to clinch the coveted title, and they delivered with …
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In a highly anticipated clash at Waverley Squash Club, the Border Reivers 2s faced off against Waverley 4s in the latest East League 4 match. Matches between these two teams are generally close fought affairs and the expectations were the same for this one. Despite their best efforts, Reivers players Nick Jupp (Ancrum), Del Sharratt …
Scores, Border Reivers first. Iain Laing v Fraser WestgarthThe Opening match of the night, proved to be the most exciting match of the night, with the youth v experience very much being tested. Iain Laing boasts over 40 years of squash experience and was taking on the 14yo Fraser Westgarth of Tyne. Westgarth had recently …
Alan Jobes 0-3 Steve Howie (10-15, 4-15, 10-15)Richard Taylor 1-3 Neil Shepherd (16-14, 0-15, 7-15, 10-15)Del Sharratt 0-3 George Freidel (7-15, 10-15, 7-15)Darren Quinn 2-3 Colin Boswell (15-10, 1-15, 15-13, 9-15, 6-15)Nick Jupp 0-3 Robert Russell (7-15, 9-15, 10-15) This was a resounding victory for Dalgety Bay as they push for Promotion form East League …
Border Reivers v Deer Park After the Border Reivers 2s secured a convincing 18-2 victory the previous night, the Borders First Team faced the pressure to return to Gala with a triumph against Deer Park. The match unfolded with intense competition, showcasing the skill and determination of both teams. The script seemed to be written …
Read more “First Team responds to Border Reivers 2s Victory with a Convincing Performance”
One of the fiercest rivalries in the league, this promised to be a tasty encounter. Border Reivers 2s looked to reverse the 15-8 scoreline in the match at Livingston in November and despite absence of Top Seed Alan Jobes, border Reivers 2s went in fairly strong. The match kicked off with Reivers Darren Quinn squaring …
In a gripping showdown between the Edinburgh Sport Club 7s and the Border Reivers, it was the latter who emerged victorious in a series of intense matches that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. The match, held at an electrifying atmosphere at the Edinburgh Sport Club, showcased the exceptional skill and determination of …
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