07/09/2026
Strathmore Rugby Club Youth Sharks Pathway to Senior
As we reflect on the opening two weekends of the national senior competitions for both our 1st XV and Caledonia 2nd XV, it is worth asking the question:
Is our pathway from youth rugby to senior rugby working?
Over the first two weekends of the season, we have seen the benefits of years of hard work, dedication and commitment from players, coaches, volunteers and parents throughout the club.
Across our two senior teams, 18 former Sharks players have represented Strathmore. That is a remarkable achievement and clear evidence that our youth pathway is producing players capable of competing and succeeding at senior level.
At Lasswade, we witnessed a special moment when a former Sharks U18 captain crossed for the winning try, underlining the impact our young players are now having on the senior stage.
This past weekend, 16 former Sharks players pulled on the black jersey to represent Strathmore once again. In another dramatic finish, it was a former Shark who secured possession in the closing stages, leading to the crucial penalty against Orkney. That created the opportunity for ever-present Fraser Mackay to calmly slot the winning kick at the death.
These moments do not happen by accident. They are the result of years of development, encouragement, friendship and hard work throughout our club.
We have a great deal to be proud of at Strathmore and of everything our Sharks programme has achieved. While some age groups may currently be experiencing a period of transition and, in some cases, a temporary pause, the foundations remain stron
With good people, hard work and a shared commitment to our club values, we will continue to develop, grow and bring everything back together.
The future remains bright for Strathmore Rugby Club, and we look forward to seeing the next generation of Sharks make their mark in the black jersey.
I WILL LET YOU DECIDE "IS IT WORKING" Strathmore Rugby Club
One Club. One Journey. One Pathway.
From Sharks to Senior Rugby. ๐ฆ๐๐ค๐