Trio are scrum-thing special
Dalziel Rugby coach Ian Lilly says the sky is the limit for three young stars after they were picked for an elite rugby training camp in France.
Rhys Campbell from Law and Motherwell boys Andrew Forrest and Ross Duguid – who are set to progress to the club’s under-18 squad this season – are being put through their paces at an advanced training school, hosted at Perpignan Rugby’s HQ.
For a fortnight, the 15-year-olds will train under the guidance of some of Europe’s top coaches, including former Dalziel player and coach Colin Ireland, who has been shaped careers of many Scottish international players.
Dalziel has supported the boys’ tour along with the generous backing of a variety sponsors.
Ian Lilly, head coach of Dalziel U16, thanked all those who helped to fund the trip.
He said:“the three lads have been an integral part of a close-knit team that has weathered a very challenging season where we faced – and competed brilliantly – against some tough sides.
“All of our players have shown real mettle, resilience and heart. We’re all rooting for Ross, Rhys and Andrew and we know they’ll take that mentality to France and be a credit to themselves, their families and Dalziel.”
President Duncan Morton said: “The boys were selected to join the Glasgow Thistles touring cohort, which includes players from across west central Scotland, on the basis of their ability, attitude and leadership credentials.”