On the 12th of March 1881 Andrew Watson made his debut as the world’s first black international footballer when he captained Scotland in the match against England.
Andrew Watson #OnThisDay
Volunteer of the Year Award for Niall Allison, Orkney Judo
Niall Allison of Orkney Judo was officially presented with his Volunteer of the Year Award 2022 from Paul McGuiness, Judo Scotland on Sunday 8th January at the Pickie Centre, Kirkwall.
No Rest For A Busy Orkney Judo Club
Orkney Judo will be in the Peedie Cubby on Victoria Street from Monday 28th November to Saturday 10th December.
Mark Walters in the Footsteps of Andrew Watson, the First Black Footballer & Orkney Links
We are thankful to one of our readers who pointed out that Google today, 18th of October, is celebrating, the first black footballer, Andrew Watson. In 2021 John Mowat wrote this article for The Orkney News.
Medal Success for Orkney Judo Club in Inverness
“Come competition day and 3 of our 6 junior judokas had not attended a competition before.”
A Successful Trip Away for Orkney Judo at The Granite City Grand Prix
Orkney Judo sent 5 under 14 years judoka to their first ever Judo competition.
Grass Pitches to Reopen in Orkney
From Monday 3 August grass pitches will be reopened for bookings.
Obstacles, Mud and a Lot of Fun
Orkney Rotary Club yet again organised an amazing fun run on Saturday 28th of December at Corse Farm, Kirkwall.
Orkney College UHI on Course to Develop Sport & Physical Activity
Orkney College UHI has signed a pledge that recognises the unique role, value and potential that sport and physical activity has to enhance College life.
Maree Todd: Girls and Women in Sport Week
“The Orkney Dragons are a great example of the inclusiveness that women’s sport should be all about”
