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Edinburgh Reporter
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Caitlin at the double for upwardly mobile Cougars
Caitlin Hadley was a double winner when Corstorphine Cougars held their annual awards. The second row picked up prizes as both 'young player of the year' and 'most improved player. Other notable winners were Tanya Griffith (players player of the year) and Lua Sundqvist (2nd XV player of the year). Head coach Eric Jones summed up the team's performances this season, saying: 'I am immensely proud of our journey through the Arnold Clark Premiership season. This year has been a testament to our growth, resilience, and the unwavering commitment of everyone involved with the club. 'We began with a clear objective: to build upon the foundations laid in previous years and to challenge for the Premiership title. Our squad, bolstered by the experience of former Scotland captain Lisa Martin, brought a new level of tactical acumen to our game . 'Throughout, our performances were marked by a blend of strategic kicking, robust defence, and cohesive teamwork. Lisa Martin's precision from the tee was instrumental, contributing significantly to our points tally and often providing the edge in closely contested matches. 'Several of our players received national recognition, reflecting the strength of our development pathways. Alex Stewart's performances earned her a call-up to the Scotland squad again and Adelle Ferrie was also capped. 'Our contribution to the Edinburgh Rugby women's squad and Glasgow Warriors squad for the 2024/25 Celtic Challenge was significant agai 'Off the field, the club has embarked on ambitious development plans, including the renovation of our facilities at Union Park. With support from Scottish Rugby's Growth and Participation Fund, we're enhancing our infrastructure to better support our players and the wider community . 'As we reflect on this season, it's clear that the Corstorphine Cougars are on an upward trajectory. The dedication of our players and the commitment of our coaching staff have all contributed to a memorable year. We're excited for what the future holds with a number of young players coming to Union Park.' Like this: Like Related
BBC News
25-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'Nothing can stop me now' - Ferrie ready for more caps
After describing her Scotland debut last weekend as "totally surreal", Adelle Ferrie says "there is nothing that could stop me now". The 27-year-old came on as a late replacement as the Scots opened their Women's Six Nations account with a 24-21 victory over Wales at Hive Stadium.A trip to play France on Saturday is next up for the national now got one cap, the Corstorphine Cougars second row is determined to make sure many more come her way."[It was] just totally surreal," Ferrie said. "A moment I have wanted for so long and you never know if it is actually going to happen, so it just felt unreal to be out there."I have worked so hard to get here, there is nothing I feel like could stop me now just to progress further. I take on everything, the coaches and players are feedbacking to me so there is no stopping me."I came to rugby quite late, I started playing when I was around 18 when I was at university so it is not like a dream I have had since I was a young girl. "Just really in the last four or five years it is something I have aspired to do but I have had coaches say 'this could be possible' so I really tried my best, worked hard to get it, to get that moment."There were times I doubted myself, even just a few months ago I didn't think it was going to happen this year."After a few conversations with coaches it came alive that it might actually happen."
