If the Scottish want to remain competitive we must train harder then anyone else. This winter there are many events going on to ensure our physical fitness. Calgary Touch Association Once again the Calgary Scottish will be playing in the Calgary Touch Association's indoor league. This is an excellent chance for players to hone their offensive and defensive skills without the crushing hits of normal rugby. The CTA plays Thurdsay evenings at the ATCO center. (7:30-9:30) Cost is $5 per player.The schedule runs as follows;
Oct 12 19 26
Nov 02 09 16 23 30
Dec 07 14 21
Jan 04 11 18 25
Feb 01 08 15 22 For more information go the CTA's webpage; Calgary Touch Association Indoor Soccer Todd brought up an excellent idea for winter conditioning at the last meeting. He suggested that Scottish players play for an Okotoks soccer team. If you have any questions or are interested email Todd at: Indoor Soccer Sprint Training There will be sprint training held at Lindsay Park in the new year. Todd Muir is organizing it for the Calgary Scottish Rugby Club. Rough cost will be about $150+ but it's money well spent. The program teaches you how to be able to get to top speed and sustain it. More information to put up in the near future. |
