The Breadalbane & Strathtay Youth FC Small-Sided Awards Evening took place at Breadalbane Community Campus on Tue 24th Feb, bringing together around 150 players, parents, coaches and supporters for a fantastic night of celebration.
We were delighted to welcome surprise guest Eilidh Barbour, who helped present the awards and handled some lively Q&A from the players!
With party food from Bruce Entertainment, music and plenty of proud smiles, it was a brilliant way to celebrate another huge year for the Club. Thanks to Esther for capturing the evening with some amazing photos.
Our membership is now approaching 300 players — with more girls playing than ever before. Quite a change from when Eilidh was at Breadalbane Academy!
Every player received a medal, with the following Player of the Year awards presented:
P1–3 Afterschool (Breadalbane Academy & Pitlochry High School)
Coaches: Scott, Simmy, Heather, Poodle, Kev, Ali, Rod, Ally & Alba.
2017s
Most Improved – JJ McDonald
Coaches’ PoY – Leona Marshall
Players’ PoY – Harry Laing
Coaches Annette & Keith.
2016s
Most Improved – Frank Gray
Coaches’ PoY – Lucas McMillan
Players’ PoY – Ivan Curic
Coaches Craig, Andy, Shane & Julie.
2015s
Most Improved – Ryan James
Coaches’ PoY – Christian Fabian
Players’ PoY – Arran Marshall
Coaches Tyler, Ally & Jane.
2014s (7s)
Most Improved – Luke Reid
Coaches’ PoY – Aidan
Players’ PoY – Robert Dow
2014s (9s)
Most Improved – Alfie Anderson
Coaches’ PoY – Vanessa Sparre-Rutherford
Players’ PoY – Vanessa Sparre-Rutherford
Coaches Simmy, Luke, Kris, Calum & Abbie.
Goalkeeper Academy
Goalkeeping PoY - Eliza Cumming Campbell
Coaches Sammy, Cameron, Kenzie & James
U10 Girls
Most Improved – Charley Munro
Coaches’ PoY – Amelia McDonald
Players’ PoY – Ailsa Kerr
Coaches Aimee, Stuart & Kris
U12 Girls
Most Improved – Olive Gray
Coaches’ PoY – Aurora Shore
Players’ PoY – Kamilla Fazekas
Coaches Dave, Jim & Esther
U16 Girls
Most Improved – Amelia Kara
Coaches’ PoY – Heidi Morrison
Players’ PoY – Bella Callaghan
Coaches Jonathan & Poodle
Special Recognition -
The Marlene Robertson Memorial Award
Kerry Davies for her outstanding contribution over a number of years and taking the Fundraising to a new level. She delivered another record-breaking Christmas Raffle with Amy, Carol and the rest of the team. She organises matchday stalls, helps out on the Festival days and works behind-the-scenes to provide support and advice for the 2009 (U17) team.
The top ticket sellers for this year's raffle were Stewart (2015s) and Milo (2016s)
Young Volunteers of the Year – Calum Robertson & Abbie Telford. Recognised for their fantastic contribution as young coaches.
Volunteer of the year - Amy Hamilton for always helping wherever she can - Xmas raffle, match day stalls, Thrift Shops, Festival days.
Our Social Media this year has been engaging with amazing content thanks to the creative talents of Linzie Rutherford and the match photos from Brian Morrison.
A big thank you to Gregor Ross (Active Schools Highland Perthshire) for his continued support of our schools programme.
Well done to every prize winner — and to every single player who has taken part in training, matches, after-school clubs and holiday camps throughout 2025.
Thank you to our coaches, volunteers, sponsors and long-suffering parents — for the miles travelled, the cold evenings endured, and the emotional rollercoasters along the way!
A final thanks to our Committee — Shona, Julie, Matthijs and Jamie who work tirelessly behind the scenes with the support of Club Development Officer, Scott. We are always looking for more volunteers to help make 2026 even bigger and better.
INSPIRE • ENCOURAGE • DEVELOP • ENJOY
COYB ⚽
With thanks to our sponsors:
SSE Renewables
The Gannochy Trust
Basil Death Trust
LR Beauty & Makeup
ROPE Solutions
Milton of Fonab Caravan Park
Bruce Entertainment
Ballintaggart
Cadzow Heavy Haulage Ltd
Callaghan Electrical Services
Land Rover Experience Scotland
D&S Calder
F Calder Contracting
Fern Cottage Restaurant
Reggeborgh Foundation
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