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West Lothian Schools Pipe Band were crowned World Champions in their grade
West Lothian Schools Pipe Band were crowned World Champions in their grade The talented band members picked up the top trophy in the Novice A section for the first time, after being runners-up for the last four years. West Lothian Schools Pipe Band were crowned World Champions in their grade at the World Pipe Band Championship in Glasgow last weekend. (Image: WSH]) West Lothian Schools Pipe Band were crowned World Champions in their grade at the World Pipe Band Championship in Glasgow last weekend. The talented band members picked up the top trophy in the Novice A section for the first time, after being runners-up for the last four years. It rounds off a fantastic year for the band, who also retained their Scottish Champions trophy in the Novice A category in Dumbarton last month. The band were formed in 2007, and have previously won a number of trophies in the last 18 years, including UK and European Championships. West Lothian Schools Pipe Band's pipe major Graham Drummond said: 'We are absolutely delighted to be named as World Pipe Band Champions in the Novice A grade this year. 'The band have been working so hard to take the top prize after coming so close for the previous four years. They deserve this title for all the effort they have put in and we are pleased to bring the trophy back to West Lothian for the first time.' Article continues below Executive councillor for education Andrew McGuire added: 'Many congratulations to all the amazing Westies on becoming the Novice A World Champions for 2025. 'The young people involved put in a huge amount of work to get to this stage, so it's a reward for all the tough nights of practice and rehearsal. 'Thanks also go to their superb tutors and supportive families, who have helped the young people to achieve this fantastic result.' The 'Worlds' – the premier contest in the global piping competitive calendar – brings together the best pipers and drummers on the planet to compete in the ultimate 'battle of the bands'. The event is delivered by culture and sport charity Glasgow Life on behalf of The Royal Pipe Band Association with support from EventScotland, part of VisitScotland's Events Directorate. This year's spectacular showcase of skills and talent saw 15 countries represented by 207 bands, 53 of which were from overseas destinations including Australia, Oman to Zimbabwe. Scotland entered the biggest national contingent – 122 bands. Northern Ireland had the second largest, with 25 bands, and next was the USA with 14 bands. 'The Worlds' attracts thousands of spectators to Glasgow every summer and attendance at this year's exciting two-day contest was over 35,000. Scottish Government failing West Lothian stroke survivors according to leading charity READ MORE: Audiences all over the world were also able to view highlights from the championships on both days via live streaming. This year the major event included a dedicated youth competition. More than 1,500 under 18s competed in this new feature of 'the Worlds' which celebrated and recognised young talent in piping and drumming, and showcased the incredible talent and skills of the next generation. Colin Mulhern, Chief Executive of The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association, said: 'We are grateful to all of the competing bands, supporters and spectators who joined us for our 2025 championships. 'This year's 'Worlds' proved to be a fiercely-fought contest and our 2025 World Pipe Band Champions Inveraray & District Pipe Band deserve huge congratulations for winning the global title for a second year running. Article continues below 'Every one of the bands can take great pride in their wonderful performances. They gave us a splendid competition and demonstration of their dedication to excellence, and their outstanding skills and talent.' Don't miss the latest news from the West Lothian Courier. Sign up to our free newsletter here.
BBC News
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'I thought the boys were excellent'
West Bromwich Albion midfielder Jed Wallace praised the quality of his side's "excellent" display in Saturday's 3-2 win at who is entering his fourth season as Baggies captain, scored their second goal just seconds after coming on as a substitute after 74 minutes to put his side 2-1 up."Three points is three points; I think the manager made it very clear that it's about us and how we perform and I thought the boys were excellent," Wallace told BBC WM."They've got some very good players for this level, but so do we and I think you saw that today, the quality that we showed, the boys really dug in."Wallace also praised the impact of West Bromwich Albion's new defensive pairing of Nathaniel Phillips and George Campbell."Nat has been immense, I think I knew as soon as we signed him that he'd be a big player and a big personality for us; you can see that he's as brave as anything," he added."And for George, I can't imagine there's many like [Wrexham striker] Kieffer Moore in the MLS that are that physical and that challenging, and he stood up to it really well."Listen to the full interview and more on BBC Sounds
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Wales back Murray signs new Scarlets contract
Wales full-back Blair Murray has signed a new Scarlets contract to stay with the side until at least 23-year-old joined Scarlets for the start of the 2024-25 season and was the side's highest scorer with 11 tries. Born in Hawera on New Zealand's North Island, Murray qualifies for Wales through his mother, who is from made his Wales debut against Fiji in November 2024 and has won 10 international caps so far."I enjoyed my first season," said Murray."I'm grateful for the opportunity the Scarlets gave me to come to Wales, and it's been awesome that the coaches have had the confidence in me to go out there and do my thing. "I'm loving it here which made extending my contract until 2028 an easy decision." Murray is the latest player to commit to Scarlets, following Macs Page, Tomi Lewis, Eddie James, Joe Roberts, Sam Costelow, Kemsley Mathias, Taine Plumtree, Johnny Williams, Sam O'Connor, Ioan Nicholas and Jac Price in signing new have also signed Wales internationals Jake Ball and Joe Hawkins, scrum-half Dane Blacker, flanker Tristan Davies and full-back Ioan Jones."Blair had an incredible first season, we knew he was a good footballer and was a real running threat when we signed him, but I don't think any of us imagined the impact he would have," said Scarlets head coach Dwayne Peel."He is the type of player who fans come to watch, someone who can light up a game and his attacking intent fits into how we want to play."For him to sign a contract extension for the next three seasons is a real statement from him and from the club, and we feel there is a lot more to come from him."
