BOBcast – Episode 15 – “USA Open – now closed”
This time we chart Oban golfer Bob MacIntyre’s fantastic progress through his debut at the US Open and leading onto the Scottish Open in a few weeks time.
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News
Outstanding entries for musical composition competition produce tight finish in shinty shoot-out
Results of the final of the musical shoot-out were revealed at 2.15pm on Saturday afternoon
Lochaber
Shinty sponsors give backing to ‘phantom’ cup final
‘We want to show our support for the sport, and the Camanachd Association, at an
extremely difficult time,’ said George Fraser, chief executive of Tulloch Homes.
Lochaber
Athletics Club announces virtual racing for younger athletes
This is a participation challenge and rusty runners can jog or walk sections if they have to. Runners should be accompanied by a parent or parent nominated support.
Lochaber
Training up and running at Lochaber RFC
The club has also made a ‘coming back to rugby’ video to let everyone coming back what to do and what to expect when signing in.
BOBcast
BOBcast Podcast Episode 14 “Viva Espanola – Howdy USA”
As Oban’s Bob MacIntyre pulls out all the stops for a fantastic recovery in Spain – the team talk about his progress in the Andalucía Masters and the upcoming US Masters at Winged Foot.
Lochaber
Fort FC players get back to regular training after lockdown
Training has resumed at Fort William Football Club following the easing of coronavirus lockdown regulations.
Sport
Skye runner Donnie sets new record
Inverness-based athlete completes challenge almost eight days quicker than the previous record set a decade ago.
Lochaber
Round of thanks to Scottish Government from Lochaber Phoenix Boxing Club
Due to social distancing Kate wasn’t actually able to climb into the ring, or spar with any of the members, but was able to hear at first hand their excitement and enthusiasm with an open invitation to return for a full blown training session at any time!
Lochaber
Celtic shirt boost for Kinlochleven football
As yet there is no closing date as it is hoped to announce the winner at a Celtic v Rangers supporters football match, which due to Covid-19 restrictions has yet to be arranged.
Sport
Bayern see off PSG in Lochnell FC Skillorama
With the easing of restrictions, the club are now looking forward to resuming outdoor sessions.
Football
Supporters Club help charities reach their goals
A 5,000 donation from the Celtic FC Foundation has been split between New Hope Kitchen and the St Vincent de Paul Society who will use it to help vulnerable members of the community through the current coronavirus situation.
Sport
Stedfast anchor fails to hold
FOOTBALL: Oban Saints 5, Stedfast K 1 – Central Scottish Division 1B
Sport
Plans in place for 2021 Camanachd Cup Final
The Tulloch Homes sponsored event will return to The Dell, Kingussie for the first time since 1999 and for its 125th anniversary.
Shinty
Shinty season to be localised in light of COVID
The Camanachd Association commended the important role that clubs continue to play during the pandemic to engage their members and support their communities.
Oban
Taynuilt mourns death of Dougie MacCallum
Dougie always had an interest in shinty and was a frequent attender at Mossfield, Oban, for matches.
Sport
Rugby stars reach The Sneck tyred and triumphant
At the time of writing the Tries2Trials team had exceeded their £5,000 target by £2,260, the total of which will be split between the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and Unite Against Cancer.
Sport
Rugby quartet swap boots for bikes
Ruaridh Jackson, Ryan Grant, Richie Vernon and Andrew Easson will leave Campbeltown on Friday August 21 when they take on the Caledonia Way
Sport
Wanted: local heroes for Volunteer Sports Awards
Nominations for the 2020 LiveArgyll Sports Awards close at midnight Friday July 17.
Other Sports
Atlantis family unite in face of pandemic
The overwhelming demonstration of Oban’s community spirit has been of particular note to the Atlantis Leisure team during the current lockdown situation.
Sport
Rugby club put plans in place for uncertain future
With an influx of youngsters coming up from the Under 18s squad Oban Lorne RFC are looking at a reformation of four individual teams within the club for training and selection purposes.
Sport
Taekwon-Do club continues to make positive impact
Launched and run by 43-year-old Simon Canning, Loch Ness Taekwon-Do opened its Dojang doors last March and has enjoyed a successful first year since.
Sport
Flash bang wallop – school sports pictures required
Principal Teacher of PE Murray Hamilton is keen to display old Oban High School team photographs along with current ones as well as establishing a sporting Hall of Fame type gallery in the new building.
Sport
Planning continues ahead of 2020 Mull Rally
Mull Rally clerk of the course Andy Jardine remains focused on installing the foundations for the October 8-11 event but stressed that nobody will travel to Mull until there are clear and precise government guidance to say they are permitted to do so.
Gallery
Peter and Christina take World titles on Easdale
Stone skimming championship continues to grow as islanders welcome hundreds to 23rd event
Gallery
Oban ovation as last cruise ship sails into the sunset
Groups are already working hard to ensure next season is equally successful
Gallery
Curtain call for 45th Lochaber Music Festival
The 45th edition of the festival drew to a close last Thursday.
Gallery
Gala Queen Megan reigns over successful maritime day
Fun Day helped raise cash for two charities dear to the heart of the town: RNLI and The Fishermen’s Mission.