THE next generation of rugby greats from the Greenyards were in the spotlight over the weekend.

More than 100 young players attended the Junior Rugby Awards following another successful season for the various age-group teams.

Douglas Hardie, president of Melrose RFC, told us: "The event was a huge success and highlighted the value and cooperation between Melrose Rugby and Earlston High School."

During the presentation evening, the club's head coach Rob Chrystie complemented the performance and results achieved by the teams and emphasised the importance of having an effective and vibrant youth section.

Earlston High School PE teacher Nick Alston also praised the club/school ethos.

He said: "The Melrose/Earlston partnership has to be one of the most successful affiliations in the country."

The winners

S1

Trainer of year - Luke Thomson

Most Improved - Rory Litster

Players’ Player - Saul McRitchie

Player of the year - Glen Crawford

S2

Trainer of year - Cameron Robertson

Most Improved - Ali Renton

Players’ Player - Bobby Hunter

Player of the year - Glenn Murray

Under 15

Trainer of year - John Craig

Most Improved - Aaron Mitchell

Players’ Player - Sam Derrick

Player of the year - Callum Clarke

Under 16

Trainer of year - Roly Brett

Most Improved - Will Caterrall

Players’ Player - Christian Townsend

Player of the year - Christian Townsend

Girls

Trainer of year - Chloe Cormack

Most Improved - Eilidh Forbes

Players’ Player - Josie Hall

Player of the year - Melissa Taylor