Gala Rugby

08/06/2026

Gala Rugby Club is delighted to announce that Lynda Stoddart has taken on the new role of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Lead.

This is the first time the club has appointed an EDI Lead, reflecting our commitment to making rugby a welcoming, respectful and inclusive environment for everyone.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is about ensuring that all members, players, volunteers, supporters and visitors feel valued and have the opportunity to be involved, regardless of their background, age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.

Lynda will help support the club in promoting good practice, encouraging participation from all parts of our community, and ensuring Gala Rugby Club continues to be a place where everyone feels they belong.

Please join us in congratulating Lynda on her new role and wishing her every success.

05/06/2026

Here are your 2026/27 Gala RFC Men's 1XV Fixtures for National League Division One.

01/06/2026

We rugby players are tough, but cold water doesn't care how fit or strong you are. Cold Water Shock can affect anyone🌊🚨

With the recent warm weather, many young people are heading to rivers, lochs, lakes and beaches to cool off.

👇 Here are some simple ways to enjoy the outdoors while staying safe:
👉 Never jump or dive into cold water without entering gradually first.
👉 Always check the area before swimming. Is it safe? Can you get in and out easily? Are there any hidden hazards beneath the surface?
👉 Walk in slowly and give your body time to adjust to the temperature.
👉 Focus on calm, controlled breathing.
👉 Swim with friends, but don't put yourself or others at risk.
👉 Don't stay in too long – hypothermia can develop even on warm days.
👉 Bring warm, dry clothes for afterwards.
👉 Be honest about your swimming ability and don't go out of your depth.

If you find yourself in difficulty, remember Float to Live:
🐬 Float on your back.
🐬 Tilt your head back and keep your ears in the water.
🐬 Relax and focus on controlling your breathing.
🐬 If you're in moving water, keep your feet up and pointed downstream.
🐬 Once your breathing is under control, call for help and, if possible, gently make your way to safety.

Enjoy the warmer weather, look after each other, and enjoy open water responsibly. 💙

Please share this post to help raise awareness and keep young people safe.

01/06/2026

Photos from our End of Season Awards - The 2026 Galae Finalae are available below.

Thanks so much to everyone who attended and supported the event, and a further thanks to all of our event sponsors on the night.

Mitchell Glass
Halfers Driving School
PMC Electrical Network
Mike Cairns Heating and Gas Services
The Borders Distillery
The Trophy Guy

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Ticket for our Gala Rugby 2026 Summer Camps are now available to purchase.

This years camps are open to Primary 1-7 from any school (not just Gala based Primary Schools), tickets are £20 Per Day or £75 for the whole week.

Buy your tickets now - www.galarfc.com/events

26/05/2026

Gala Red Triangle are fundraising for their tour to Portugal in 2027 and need your help! 🏉

🎟️ Book your table today by getting in touch with Ben on 07899 992203.

🏆 Simply comment below or contact Ben with your offer of raffle/auction/winners prizes and we will give you a huge THANK YOU on social media and on the night!

25/05/2026

Last Saturday, as part of our 150th Anniversary Season Galae Finalae, we brought the curtain down on a truly memorable year with our Annual Awards Evening, celebrating the players, people, and performances that made our 150th anniversary season so special.

Across our Men’s and Women’s squads, twelve awards were presented to recognise outstanding commitment, talent, and contribution throughout the season.

2026 Award Winners

Men’s Awards

• Men’s Players’ Player of the Year: Hamish Seggie
• Men’s Young Player of the Year: Hamish Seggie
• Men’s 2XV Player of the Year: Rowan Chalmers
• Men’s 7s Player of the Year: Ben Gill
• Men’s Player of the Year: Sam Smith

Women’s Awards

• Women’s Players’ Player of the Year: Kara Cairns
• Women’s Young Player of the Year: Stroma Beukes
• Women’s Most Improved Player of the Year: Freya McLeman
• Women’s 7s Player of the Year: Jessica Swinton
• Women’s Player of the Year: Gemma Stoddart

This season also saw the introduction of a brand-new honour, The 1875 Award.

Created to recognise individuals whose dedication, service, and contribution to the club have been truly outstanding and invaluable, this award reflects the spirit and history of our club across the last 150 years.

We are proud to announce the inaugural recipients of The 1875 Award:

• Steven Patterson
• Corey Polson

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners, and thank you to everyone who has played a part in making our 150th anniversary season one to remember.

23/05/2026

We can’t wait to welcome everyone to tonight’s Galae Finalae to see out our 150th Anniversary Season!

Some info for ticket holders:

Doors open at 6:00pm, all attendees should be seated for a 6:30pm start!

22/05/2026

Here is your Gala RFC squad for this Saturday's Melrose 7s.