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| HEDGEHOGS START WITH A WIN |
| Mon 14th Feb 2011 |
 The first game for Moray's newly formed 2nds XV got off to a flying start with a hard fought 43 - 7 win against Inverness Craig Dunain on Saturday.
The friendly fixture was played at Morriston in excellent conditions for running rugby and to the credit of both teams that is exactly what they did for the full 80 minutes.
 Moray dominated the first half running in four tries from John Hestor, John Stewart, Alex Stronnach and Martin Donaldson with two conversions from Dale Smith. 24 - 0 at half time.
The second half was a far more even affair with three Moray tries coming from Hestor, Steven Cruikshank, and Joe McColl with Smith adding two more conversions.
 After long periods of pressure Craig Dunain deservedly crossed the line to make the final score 43 - 7. The score line did not reflect the close nature of the contest but the overall dominance of the Moray pack allowed their backs to take full advantage of space out wide.
 Moray's coach, Angus Henderson was particularly pleased to be able to play the fixture from a 22 man match-day squad. This was an encouraging sign for what is hoped to be the first of many 2nd XV fixtures providing an excellent opportunity for senior fringe players and juniors to pick up much needed game time, as well as those players old, and new, to the game to get involved.
The next 2nds fixture is planned for Saturday 26th February and anybody interested in taking part is asked to come down to training or contact Craig Forster on 07831588517 for more details.
 Hedgehogs' squad (against Inverness Craig Dunain) from:- John Stewart, Lewis Higgins, Colin Sharp, James Taylor, Dale Smith, Stuart Ruthven, Niall Reece, Steven Cruikshank, Alex Stronach, Dougie Belford, John Hestor, John Holliday, Joe McColl, Martin Donaldson, Ewan Simpson, Murray Strang, Marco, Dean Walker, Mitch Temple, David Baird, Ashley Lake, Laurie McCutheon.
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| Aberdeenshire |
12 |
46 |
| Highland 2nd XV |
11 |
46 |
| Moray |
12 |
40 |
| Ross Sutherland |
10 |
22 |
| Banff |
12 |
19 |
| Mackie |
10 |
10 |
| Aberdeen Grammar 2nd XV |
9 |
1 |
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Last 1st XV Game |
| 1st XV Season (2021/22) |
| Banff 33 - 39 Moray |
| 5th Mar 22 - KO: 15:00 |
| Venue: Duff House |
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