Congratulations to Blantyre Celtic U14’s Greens for their remarkable performance, securing their first league points with a 2-1 win against Clark Drive. The girls showcased excellent teamwork and determination, with standout contributions from Sophie Daly and Indi Moffat, while Emilie earned the “Goal of the Match.” Keep it up!
Jacob Naismith has become the 63.5kg British Boxing Champion after a successful event in Cardiff. Competing against top athletes, he added another gold title to his achievements. Congratulations to Jacob from his family, friends, and the Telegraph community for this remarkable accomplishment!
Rivals Gym is set to open at Springwells Neighbourhood Hall in Blantyre, revitalizing the previously neglected building. With over 80 people interested in their upcoming Jiu-Jitsu program, Rivals offers a respectful training environment for all skill levels. The program launches in June 2025, focusing on self-defense through grappling.
Blantyre Celtic CFC’s girls excelled at the Bellshill tournament, remaining undefeated throughout five games and securing the trophy. A club spokesperson praised their outstanding performance and teamwork, highlighting the quality of football played. They expressed gratitude to Bellshill for hosting a well-organized event. Congratulations to the team!
Blantyre’s ‘Sporting Memories Group’ invites all ages to a social evening on Wednesday, May 28th, at the Livingstone Memorial Church. The event, starting at 7pm, will explore Scotland’s sporting history and feature special guest Mr. Chick Young. It’s a chance to reminisce about memorable sporting events.
Callum Bell from Blantyre recently showcased an impressive boxing performance, winning by unanimous decision after dominating every round and achieving a standing 8 in the final round. This week, he also made history as the first champion for ‘Unit ABC’ in Lesmahagow, highlighting both towns in the sport.
Jude Bonnar from Blantyre has recently debuted with Celtic Football Club, showcasing his impressive talent in the sport. His success marks another achievement for local athletes, highlighting the promise of young talent from the area making strides in football. Congratulations to Jude for this significant milestone!
Local student Seth Hill from Blantyre has made the U18 Scotland Rugby League team. Competing in the 4 Nations games, Seth aims for a professional rugby career while studying at Calderside Academy. His family seeks community support through a fundraising event, “Bingo Bongo,” on May 9, 2025, at Woodhead Bar.