Dickson dominates in Tarbert open
Georgie Dickson is celebrating after landing the top prize in Tarbert Golf Club’s open competition with a massive 44 Stableford points.
Sport
Sport
MacBrayne scores 17th Dunaverty championship
Ailie MacBrayne maintained her lead, landing the ladies’ championship title for the 17th time
Sport
Bowlers return to the green for memorial contests
Campbeltown Bowling Club’s members returned to the Stronvaar green in recent weeks to compete in a pair of memorial competitions.
Sport
Time trial cyclists hit the track at MACC
‘Not all of our riders are here to race hard but simply to enjoy the safe environment created by the sanctioned event.’
Sport
Stroke of genius from Robertson in Harbour Gallery Open
Inveraray’s David Robertson, a talented all-round sportsman, was in sparkling form
Sport
Virtual MOKRUN proves to be a real success
Local married couple, Kenny and Jennifer Campbell, were the male and female winners of the half-marathon race
Sport
Enjoy running a MOK – but please do so safely
‘We are asking people to ‘stay safe’ by not all running the race at the usual time and date, and to observe physical distancing when running’
Sport
Birthday boy Nicholas breaks Kintyre Way Ultra record
Nicholas Gemmell smashed the course record by 38 minutes
Athletics
Kintyre athletes run away with Crinan Puffer prizes
The popular race is typically run beside the Crinan Canal but it was held virtually this year because of the Covid-19 pandemic
Sport
Organisers forced to cancel live 2021 MOKRUN
Information will be provided in due course, by email via EntryCentral, to all participants who had secured a place.
Cricket
Cricketer Liam chases his World Cup dream
A young cricket star with Campbeltown connections has been starring for Scotland under-19s in the team’s quest to qualify for the World Cup.
Cricket
Carradale cricketers stump Argyll rivals Oban
With Carradale seemingly going well, three incidents occurred that appeared to tilt the game Oban`s way.
Cricket
Carradale knocks ’em for six with blazing batting
Batting first Kippen blitzed a seemingly unassailable total as Carradale appeared to wilt under the heat of the sun and the pressure of the final.
Sport
Watching Scotland just fan-tastic for Kintyre’s Tartan Army
Ahead of this summer’s delayed UEFA Euro 2020, the Courier hears from some Scotland fans about the ups and downs of following the national team
Sport
A brave new world for Campbeltown Pupils
‘With our acceptance into the WoSFL, we can offer a pathway for the youngest age groups right through to the under-20 side being trained by Stuart Crossan, into our first team’
Sport
Soccer centre scores new training equipment
‘As a community group, led solely by volunteers, this funding is a big help to us.’
Football
£100,000 SFA grant will help the amateur game
‘The news…was met with enthusiasm and gratitude by everyone at amateur level.’
Football
Sponsors kit out young Pupils players
‘The children are absolutely delighted with their new kit.’
Sport
Engines at the ready – Mach 1 Stages Rally gets go ahead
‘While the news is welcomed, there are going to be some changes to the way we organise and run the event this year
Sport
Returning to the hills — advice for walkers and climbers
‘With limited opportunity to climb in the hills over the last few months, [people] may have lost some hill-fitness’
Sport
Mixed martial arts club in the fight for Co-op cash
Core MMA Campbeltown is planning to use the funds to upgrade its equipment and facilities to improve the quality and diversity of the training sessions provided.
Sport
Scottish charities urge government to invest in walking
The manifesto’s aim is for Scotland to become a ‘healthier, cleaner, safer and happier walking nation’
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Swimmers getting back to their best
Kintyre Amateur Swimming Club make a much welcome return to the water.