The President, George Clark and the two Vice-Presidents, Alex Scott and Allan Digance are growing moustaches this year for Movember.  The 'Muir Moustachios, as they are known,  have decided to put down their razors for the month of November to help raise awareness and funds for men's health - specifically prostate cancer.

What many people don't appreciate is that one man dies every hour of prostate cancer in the UK, more than 35,000 men will be diagnosed this year and that prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK.  Facts like these have convinced the trio that they should get involved and they are hoping that club members will support them.

To donate to their cause, you can either:

• Click on one of the following links:
  
  http://uk.movember.com/mospace/419488/ George Clark
  
  http://uk.movember.com/mospace/390640/ Alex Scott
  
  http://uk.movember.com/mospace/287152/ Allan Digance
  
  and donate online using your credit card, debit card or PayPal account
   

• Write a cheque payable to The Prostate Cancer Charity - Movember,
  referencing one of the  Registration Numbers 419488, 390640 or 287152 and
  mailing it to:
  
  Movember - The Prostate Cancer Charity, First Floor, Cambridge House,
  Cambridge Grove, London, W6 0LE.

Many thanks,

The 'Muir Moustachios

"The Board of Boroughmuir RFC were extremely concerned by an article, containing an allegation of racial abuse against one of our players, which appeared in a newspaper on Tuesday of last week. We made extensive enquiries, speaking on a number of occasions to the player concerned and to other players, coaches and team management who were involved in the match and were in the vicinity of the alleged incident after the game ended. We also spoke with Glasgow Hawks, who were investigating the matter themselves.

Having completed our investigations, we concluded, on the basis of the evidence presented, that the player did not have a case to answer and accordingly advised him of this and told our coaches on Wednesday that he should be regarded as available for selection against Dundee HSFP. The Board also agreed that with no formal allegation having been made against the player, either by Glasgow Hawks or their player, no statement regarding the alleged incident would be made to the media.

We advised Glasgow Hawks of the evidence we had taken. Glasgow Hawks have stated that they do not intend that the matter should be taken any further.

In light of the continued press speculation, which is damaging to the player, the club and the game of rugby union the Board have decided to issue this statement, to confirm that immediate enquiries were made following the publication of the article, and to confirm the outcome of those enquiries, which have also been communicated to the Scottish Rugby Union, the sport's governing body.

Boroughmuir is a completely inclusive rugby club. The diversity of past and present players and members from all our age groups, from all walks of life and from a very wide background, both cultural and ethnic, is a source of pride for all of our members and we would not tolerate discrimination against anyone on any ground.

George Clark

President

7 November marks a very significant milestone for the club, as we will be marking the 90th anniversary of our very first match, against Old Stewartonians.

On that day we play Stewarts-Melville and there will be a commemorative lunch beforehand. Places are available at £20 each and this lunch is guaranteed to be an absolute sell-out, so book your places quickly to avoid disappointment.

There will be a list in the clubhouse next week, but if you don't want to take the risk of missing out, please e-mail the President a george.clark@boroughmuirrugbyclub.co.uk

Happy 96th Birthday on 24 August to Tom McLennan, Boroughmuir's oldest, active supporter. Tom thoroughly enjoys his visits to Meggetland from his home in Carlops, and is an enthusiastic supporter of the Club's Annual Dinner and other events.   

The eldest of the McLennan clan of 4 who all attended Boroughmuir School, he developed the family hairdressing business in Bruntsfield to extend into Morningside, following this up with ownership of various hotels in the Borders and Edinburgh, eventually retiring from The Kestrel Hotel in Balerno.

Happy Birthday Tom

Boroughmuir is please to announce that David Officer has agreed to take up the position of 2nd XV Backs Coach for the coming season.

This is part of Boroughmuir's commitment to strengthen their coaching staff across the whole club.

David brings vast experience as a player with Currie, Harlequins, Edinburgh Reivers and Scotland A and will be a valuable addition to the coaching strength at the club.

The Board of Boroughmuir have appointed Scotland A international, former Edinburgh
pro player and last season's Boroughmuir 1stXV Captain, Fergus Pringle to succeed Eamon John as Head Coach. They are looking to recruit a backs coach to assist Fergus and details of further appointments will be announced in the coming weeks.
Fergus has made a great contribution to Boroughmuir since arriving from Edinburgh Rugby two years ago and has built up an excellent rapport with everyone at the club.

His commitment has been evident and, having gained coaching qualifications here, Fergus is keen to take the club forward.

He will remain a registered player, in order to provide cover at second row, but his focus will very much be on the coaching side next season.

Boroughmuir are pleased to announce the appointment of former National Academy Manager and Edinburgh Assistant coach, Phil Smith, as backs coach.

Smith will bring a wealth of experience to the new coaching setup at Meggetland.

As ever the website is keeping a track of the top scorers for Boroughmuir 1st XV, 2nd XV and the Boroughmuir Bears in competitive games this season as well as the overall top scorers for the senior club.

Boroughmuir are proud to now offer Corporate Lunches at all home matches throughout the season. 

Package will include private suite, with top quality menu, afternoon tea post match and private bar. We can provide tables of 8-10, or the whole suite up to 24 places. This is a quality above previous match day hospitality and will be much sought after. 

The first game this is available for is the next home game against Glasgow Hawks on Saturday 13th September. Maybe your firm is based in Glasgow; have offices or a client base there and you wish to pull together a lively group with supporters for both teams? 

If you are interested in this, or any future matches, please contact Danny Rutterford ASAP to secure your day.