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Sporting round-up 24 February

24 February 2025

Last-minute trip cancellation reinforces calls for gymnastics facility

21 February 2025

A group of women in team uniforms pose for a photo in a sports hall, with a mix of red and blue designs on their outfits.

Sporting round-up 17 February

17 February 2025

A grassy sports field with white boundary lines, set against a backdrop of houses and a cloudy sky.

Gilbertson Park to become temporary home of rugby ahead of 3G pitch construction

16 February 2025

A person standing in a field with a herd of cows in the background.

Three league structure far better for referees, football president says

13 February 2025

Two people stand on a neatly mowed sports field with a building and hills in the background.

Start of construction on 3G pitch pushed back again

12 February 2025

Four athletes wearing medals stand together outdoors, dressed in navy sports jackets and shorts, smiling for a group photo.

Sporting round-up 10 February

10 February 2025

The Shetland Gymnasts were the first act to perform before a sold-out Mareel. Photo: Davie Gardner

Gymnastics club secures loan in search for dedicated club venue

10 February 2025

Six people standing indoors, smiling and holding a large blue and white flag with a cross design. They are wearing various blue tops.

Sporting round-up 3 February

3 February 2025

Scuba diver in black wetsuit photographing marine life near a rocky underwater ledge with seaweed.

Folk encouraged to take the plunge and join new freediving club

31 January 2025

Two soccer players in action during a match, one wearing a green and white kit and the other in a dark blue kit with white shorts. Players are focused on the ball.

Sporting round-up 27 January

27 January 2025

We want you – three-year project aims to grow netball in the isles

A full-time development manager will be sought to entice lapsed players back to the court

24 January 2025

Football association confident majority of clubs will back three-league structure

Whitedale FC have voiced their opposition to the move ahead of a vote

22 January 2025

Sporting round-up 20 January

20 January 2025

Person holding a large fish on the cover of Sea Angler magazine, featuring headlines about fishing tips, secret venues, and competitions.

Gunn making a splash in the angling world

Liam Gunn, who now lives in Aberdeenshire, has featured on the cover of Sea Angler magazine for a second time

19 January 2025

Soccer player in red jersey dribbles a ball on a field during a match, with teammates and spectators in the background.

Moreland eagerly awaits Scottish Cup test against Hearts

17 January 2025

Three people wearing outdoor gear and headlamps talk indoors, preparing for an activity.

Sporting round-up 15 January

15 January 2025

Shetland set for first ever taste of national learning disability games

9 January 2025

Two rugby teams in a scrum during a match on a grassy field, with a referee nearby.

Sporting round-up 17 December

17 December 2024

Two people stand on a neatly mowed sports field with a building and hills in the background.

New 3G pitch could ‘lift the ceiling’ for rugby and football in Shetland

13 December 2024

Allan eyes Island Games place as he prepares to leave Turriff

12 December 2024

Close-up of the white line on synthetic green grass of a sports field, possibly a soccer or football field, with the blurred background.

Updated

New 3G pitch given final approval by Shetland Islands Council

11 December 2024

Sporting round-up 10 December

10 December 2024

Gold for Gifford as she celebrates national fencing success

6 December 2024

Close-up of the white line on synthetic green grass of a sports field, possibly a soccer or football field, with the blurred background.

Legacy or ‘luxury’? Councillors narrowly pass 3G pitch project funding despite reservations

2 December 2024

Sporting round-up 2 December

2 December 2024

Close-up of the white line on synthetic green grass of a sports field, possibly a soccer or football field, with the blurred background.

Cost of 3G pitch rises by over £200k ahead of council decision

27 November 2024

Junior intercounty association looking for new committee members

15 November 2024

Runner in race attire standing with others at a starting line, wearing a bib labeled "James." Trees and spectators are visible in the background.

Sporting round-up 11 November

11 November 2024

A person standing in a field with a herd of cows in the background.

New football president excited to take over ahead of big year

3G pitch, Island Games and revamped leagues all on the cards for Jakob Eunson

8 November 2024

A group of cheerleaders performs a pyramid formation on a red floor with a backdrop of lights and balloons.

Gymnasts bound to best newcomers prize in Glasgow

7 November 2024

A rugby team poses under a goalpost on a grassy field. The players wear mismatched jerseys and appear celebratory. Houses are visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Sporting round-up 4 November

4 November 2024

A volleyball team poses in blue and white uniforms in a gym. Ten individuals stand and kneel, smiling at the camera.

Volleyballers do the double in Aith to continue fine start to season

1 November 2024

Two soccer teams compete on the field, with players wearing red and black uniforms. The goalkeeper is positioned near the goal post. Spectators are visible in the background.

Sporting round-up 28 October

28 October 2024

A man in a blue jacket smiles outdoors with blurred buildings and fields in the background.

Football association looking to fill five positions at AGM

Two teams have also shown serious interest in joining reserve league

25 October 2024

Two people smiling, one holding a shield-shaped award, standing in a gymnasium with empty seats in the background.

Youngest ever champion crowned at boccia championships

24 October 2024

A group of people poses with awards in a gym, featuring weightlifting equipment in the foreground and a Scottish flag on the wall.

First isles Viking Deadlift Championship a heavyweight success

22 October 2024

Sporting round-up: 22 October

22 October 2024

People playing table tennis in a large indoor room with multiple tables.

Sporting round-up: 14 October

14 October 2024

Person lifting a large blue sandbag during a competition, with spectators in the background.

Nisbet nabs silver at world’s strongest man competition

14 October 2024

Four individuals standing outside with arms crossed, wearing blue and black jackets with team logos, and smiling for the camera. A grassy field is in the background.

Women’s team ‘up for the challenge’ after Island Games draw

Coach Carrie Morrison says they want to lead team out at Faroe games in 2027 too

4 October 2024

Two sailors on a yacht celebrate during a regatta. The yacht is branded with various logos and the text "Quantum Sails," with a shoreline in the background.

Adamson ‘can’t really believe’ it after winning World Championships

2 October 2024

A group of soccer players in blue and white uniforms poses for a team photo on a grassy field, with trees and houses in the background.

Football teams set to find out Island Games opponents

30 September 2024

A soccer player stands confidently with arms crossed in front of a Dryburgh Athletic Community Club emblem.

Anderson aiming for first team action after going from Burra to Burgh

27 September 2024

A rowing team of eight people is paddling in a boat with a blue and white flag on a river.

Burra rowers win their class at Great River Race

22 September 2024

A group of soccer players in orange jerseys and others in casual attire pose together outdoors in front of a building, with a sign that reads "D.I.T.T. Building Supplies Building Contractors.

Invincible Whitedale reserves make it back-to-back unbeaten titles

17 September 2024

Olympic swimmer dives in for Lerwick visit

13 September 2024

A runner crosses the finish line under the UTMB arch at night, wearing a headband and bib number 5405. Another person in red at the side appears to be clapping. Buildings are visible in the background.

Elated Anderson celebrates after beating brutal Alps course

Bressay runner completes intense ultra-marathon

12 September 2024

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