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BBC News
3 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
O'Donnell embracing 'exciting & interesting' Askou approach
Stephen O'Donnell is enjoying the challenge of learning fresh "exciting and interesting" demands under Motherwell's third manager of the two years of relative stability under Stuart Kettlewell - who departed in January - Motherwell appointed their second manager of 2025 when Jens Berthel Askou replaced Michael Dane has a similar attacking philosophy to his predecessor but his desire to play the ball out from the back has been more faces a big test on Tuesday when Motherwell host Greenock Morton in the Premier Sports Cup needing victory to guarantee progression to the second adapting to the new boss, O'Donnell said: "We found it with the old manager when he came in. It was a different kind of style, different ideas and the gaffer has probably amplified that a wee bit more."I find it exciting and interesting. You're learning different ideas and different ways in which people think of the game. You're always trying to learn and I think that's something I'm capable of doing. I'm excited to continue to learn."I've been enjoying it, trying to work on different things. The most important thing is that we are seeing progression on the pitch and in the style, and hopefully getting the wins that make that progression easier."
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Gourock Beaver leader marks four decades of volunteering with her group
A MUCH-LOVED Gourock Beaver leader has marked four decades of service and inspiring youngsters with a special presentation from her colony. Leader of the 1 Gourock, Margaret Marrs (known as Aunty Mags), has been with the group for 40 years and her fellow leaders have called an 'inspiration' to so many youngsters over the years. A celebration for the 75-year-old was held in June where Margaret was presented with her 40-year service award as well as flowers and gifts from the group. Joe Malloy (left) and Heather MacArthur (right) presenting flowers to leader Margaret Marrs (Image: Contributed) Fellow leader Heather McArthur says Margaret is 'nothing short of a wonder' and is the kind of 'magical soul' every Scout group dreams of having led them. Heather said: 'All of the children adore her, and she has dedicated so much time to the group, so we are all so thankful for her. 'She is just like the gran of the group, and everyone looks up to her, she is the perfect role model to have. 'It's a long time for her to be volunteering so we wanted to show her how much she means to us. 'Every group needs a Margaret.' Other News PICTURES: Picnic in the park hailed huge success for Port Glasgow New Parish Church Athletes of all abilities encouraged to join Inverclyde's triathlon next month Greenock street pastor's work recognised at King's Garden Party Alongside being presented handmade cards from all 37 Beavers, District Youth Lead for Greenock and District Joe Malloy also handed over the service award to Margaret – a reminder Heather says to their Beavers that youth leadership is something to aspire to. After celebrating with her colony of beavers, the leaders and volunteers, as well as Margaret's husband Joe held an afternoon tea party filled with the leaders' favourite cakes.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
75 years ago: Superintendent, swimmers and youths taking a swing (1950)
In our latest look at the Tele's archives, we go back 75 years to tales of superintendents, swimmers, and fights at Port Glasgow dance halls... "SUPER" IS LEAVING Captain G.A.F. Norfolk, RN, who has been superintendent at the Fort Matilda Torpedo Factory for the past two years, is leaving Greenock shortly to take up a sea appointment. (Image: archive) He is to command HMS Black Swan on the China station. This is a new picture of the RNTF Superintendent, Mrs Norfolk, and their dog Rusty. GOUROCK SWIMMER GOES FOR GOLD AROUND 25 entries have now been received from various parts of the country, including England, for the Dunoon to Gourock summer swim. Gourock swimming pool has become a popular training venue for some of the competitors, and yesterday 16 of the would-be "champions" put in a few hours at the pond. At the weekend there were 14 swimmers in the river having a try-out. One of the best performances was given by 15-year-old Audrey Rendell of Broomberry Drive, who swam to the Cowal shore and then back to Gourock. She is considered one of the local favourites for the big event. Mr Neil Gillies, Gourock pond-master, is training a number of the competitors for the swim. PORT PARTY DISTURBANCE FINES of £2 were imposed by Bailie Caldwell at Port-Glasgow Police Court this morning, when six youths pleaded guilty to a charge of conducting themselves in a disorderly manner and committing a breach of peace. Mr D. Main, Depute Fiscal, stated that the incident took place at the entrance of the Hibernians' Hall, Clune Brae, while a dance was in progress. The committee had been troubled by a crowd of hooligans known as the Alley Boys and the accused were barred from dancing in the hall. Other Archive News 50 years ago: Greenock boy given driving award by Formula One champion (1975) 50 years ago: Up to 12,000 kids attend Inverclyde holiday play centres (1975) 50 years ago: IBM workmates combined to create Inverclyde masterpieces (1975) The accused came to the door and started bawling and shouting and kicking the door. This disturbance went on for fully five minutes before the police were informed. When the doorman opened the door to let a number of dancers out, the accused rushed in. They were later ejected. The doorman alleged that one of the juveniles said: "You are a to put his hand in his pocket, which gave him reason to believe that he had something concealed there. "The dance had been run efficiently, but is was lads like these who 'cause trouble," he commented. These articles were first published on July 19, 1950.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
We love Bridgerton so much we designed our house to look just like the film set!
Like many married couples, Robert and Lynn Rideout regularly unwind by watching TV together. However, while Mrs Rideout is engrossed in the storylines of the characters in period dramas such as Daphne Bridgerton in Bridgerton and Downton Abbey 's Robert Crawley, her husband is solely focused on the locations and sets. Such is their love of the furnishings and style of the shows, they have redesigned their house in keeping with that particular opulent look. In the five years since they bought the house in Greenock, Renfrewshire, they have travelled across the UK and France seeking out period pieces from reclamation yards, auction houses, charity shops and even skips. Today their home – the former mansion of a sugar merchant and ship owner – stands testament to that dedication. Hair stylist Mrs Rideout said: 'We've been all over. We went to Liverpool to get one of the fireplaces. We also have an armoire from France.' The couple paid around £300,000 for the home but were recently told it could go for double that now. Mr Rideout is a joiner and did '90 per cent' of the work. He said: 'We watch the property market all the time and we've never seen a house like this.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
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PICTURES: Future tennis stars in the the making at Greenock summer camp
SUMMER is off to a swinging start for a Greenock tennis club as dozens of youngsters take to the court for the first time. Fort Matilda Tennis Club's annual summer camp is well underway with up to 60 young players attending daily sessions no matter rain or shine. The six-week programme has a successful first few weeks with most morning and afternoon sessions being at capacity, the busiest year head coach Stephanie Swan says she has ever seen. (Image: George Munro) (Image: George Munro) The 38-year-old has been coaching players at Fort Matilda since 2019 but has been playing on the Newark Street court her whole life. Stephine says the summer club always sees a mix of abilities attend with some youngsters already keen players and other trying out a new sport, wanting to pas her love of the game down to others. Other News PICTURES: Picnic in the park hailed huge success for Port Glasgow New Parish Church Athletes of all abilities encouraged to join Inverclyde's triathlon next month Seafield House residents put their cowboy hats on for a summer rodeo party She told the Tele: 'It is a really accessible group for all ages and skill levels as well as giving children something fun to do during the summer holidays. 'They are learning lots of different skills, not just tennis because playing incorporated coordination, teamwork, and determination. 'We hope that the children not only come away from the camp with a love of tennis, but also having made new friends and having had a fun time.' (Image: George Munro) Eilidh McLaughlin and Stephanie Swan (Image: George Munro) The camp has been offering sessions for all ages with the morning group having around 45 children aged 5 to 14. Afternoon sessions for toddlers aged 3 to 5 have also proved popular as little ones and their families get to spend an hour on the court to play games and spend time together. Coach Eilidh McLaughlin has been helping out with the older players at the summer camp and says it is good to see them start to play matches. 'It's great to see people build up their confidence," she said. 'We have all abilities and all standards here and we try help coach everyone to do their best while having fun.' (Image: George Munro) (Image: George Munro) (Image: George Munro) Eilidh says working with the youngsters reminds her of when she was little and first started out playing. She added: 'It has also been nice to see kids who have taken an interest because they have been watching Wimbledon and then keep coming along after summer.' (Image: George Munro) (Image: George Munro) (Image: George Munro) Alongside Stephanie and Eilidh there is a team of five other young volunteers taking time out of their summer to share their love of tennis. Visit to find out more about the summer camps and book children into remaining slots.
