Inverness made the trip to the granite city with a good mix of youth and experience for the opening fixture of the 2010 season. Due to a number of late call off's and unavailability the side was a long way from being as strong as it could be. However, despite this, it was Inverness who took the lead of in 17 minutes following some intense pressure for the Aberdeen side in the opening period of the match. A long range effort from Allan McLeod in the middle of the park deceived the Aberdeen keeper and struck the back of the net to make it 1-0 to the Highland Capital side. For the next ten minutes Inverness pushed the Aberdeen defence and were unlucky not to extend their lead, while at the other end of the park, the town defence, marshalled by vetran Clive Girvan did sterling work to defend the slender one goal advantage. However, Aberdeen made their breakthrough in the 27th minute when former Skye player Kenny MacLeod converted to equal the scores. Nine minutes later John Sean gave Aberdeen the lead. The score remained 2-1 going into the interval, due in no small part to a fine display of goal keeping from Adam MacMaster in the Inverness goals.
During the second half the experience of the Aberdeen side became more evident, and this was rewarded in the 59th minute when they increased their lead through Chris Bowerman. Eight minutes later former Beauly played Stevie MacKenzie added his name to the goal scoring list to make it 4-1. Kenny MacLeod then went on to complete his hat-trick with goals in the 74th and 86th minutes.
Although a disappointing score line to begin their League campaign with, Inverness can make many positives, in particular fine displays from the young Inverness players. In the end the experience of the Aberdeen team was the difference between the sides.
February 28th 2010
Inverness Shinty Club Confirm New Strip Sponsor
Inverness Shinty Club are delighted to confirm that their new strip sponsor for the 2010 and 2011 season’s will be the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service.
Confirming the sponsorship deal club President George Campbell said, “It is a real boost to have attracted such a high profile sponsor as the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service to Inverness Shinty Club. We are indebted to them for the sponsorship and we look forward to working with them over the coming two years to help raise awareness of the need for everyone to give blood.”
The deal sees Inverness Shinty Club’s first and second team strips being supported by the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service and the deal incorporates pitch side advertising for the sponsor at each home game which Inverness have.
Gillian McCauley, Recruitment and Publicity Officer for the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service said, “We are delighted to be the new strip sponsor for Inverness Shinty Club. It is imperative to raise awareness of the constant urgent need that we have for blood in hospitals across Scotland and so would encourage anyone over the age of 17 that is in good health to come forward and register as a blood donor.”
Gillian added, “It’s fantastic that we are able to raise awareness and support our local Shinty Club at the same time.We wish the club every success for the forth coming season.”
Inverness first team will start their Marine Harvest North Division One campaign next Saturday when they entertain Skye Camanachd at the Bught Park, with the second team making the trip to the Granite City to face Aberdeen University to launch their Marine Harvest North Division Three programme.
Thanks to Phil Downie for the Photos
February 21st 2010
Kids shinty training has been cancelled for today due to a Frozen pitch. Apologies to everyone, but safety if most important.
February 20th 2010
Both Friendlies for this weekend have been cancelled.
The first team were due to travel to Taynuilt and the second team to Cannich.
February 10th 2010
Inverness v Ballachulish
12 noon, Stadium Pitch
Inverness reserves v Ballachulish reserves
Cancelled
Following the match refreshments will be availble for the travelling teams at Inverness Ice Rink. All players supporters and spectators are welcome to come along.
February 9th 2010
Kids training has now re-started at the Bught Park on Sunday afternoons, following a prolonged winter break due to the snow. For Further details please see our Youth Page
2010 Fixtures
A full list of Inverness fixtures are now available, just follow the link on our fixtures page
January 2010
All at Inverness would like to wish the Shinty community and beyond a very Happy New Year!!!
Training is now back in full swing for the 2010 season, and so far response has been positive, but there is always room for improvment.
Training sessions are currently held on a Thursday evening from 8pm ~ 9pm at Culloden Academy. All players are requested to attend on a regular basis. Anyone interested in joining the club would also be welcome to come along and participate.
Training will move outside as soon as we have light nights again.
We are also to pleased to announce that the club now have a sponsorship deal with the Fit-4-less gym in Harbour Road. The first team squad are now enjoying their complimentary memberships by having a hard workout on Wednesday evenings, as well as being able to train on their own.
