Ross Hanvidge

Scotland

Senior Reporter at Helensburgh Advertiser

Sports Journalist at Freelance

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Articles

Free fruit donation gives young Helensburgh athletes a boost

2 days ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

JUNIOR athletes have been given a helping hand with a health eating initiative thanks to a generous charity donation. Youngsters from Helensburgh Amateur Athletic Club (HAAC) received their first piece of fruit last week from the Dunclay Charitable Trust. The donation will allow HAAC to continue the incentive once a week, providing for around 50 young athletes over the next year.
Police charge 14-year-old boy following alleged murder of teen at Irvine beach

3 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Ross Hanvidge

The teenager is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court tomorrow (Thursday, June 5) and is the third teen to be charged in connection with the death of Kayden Moy. Kayden, 16, died after being found seriously injured on the night of May 17. He was rushed to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock where he passed away a short time later.
Over-35s get back to winning ways after first league defeat of season

3 days ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

A 2-1 defeat away to Linwood Rangers on May 16 ended the side's flawless start to the Football Central 35s Division Three campaign. However, a 2-1 victory at home to Milngavie on Friday night, May 30 ensured they kept their place at the top of the table, with 18 points from the opening seven matches. Rhu started the recent game in determined fashion and went in front after 10 minutes when David Sinclair found the net with a shot outside the box.
Helensburgh course record smashed as Babcock 10k returns to town

3 days ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

Gateshead Harrier athlete Calum Johnson, competing under the colours of his honorary Scottish club East Kilbride, had initially planned to run alongside Dumbarton winner Taha Ghafari for the first half of the race on Thursday, May 29. However, after finding himself comfortably leading at the 2k mark, he decided to push the pace. Making light work of the challenging course, Johnson completed the first 5k in 14 minutes 40 seconds.
Water ski club's charity cheque handover after New Year's Day fundraiser

4 days ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

Members of Loch Lomond Water Ski Club presented a cheque for £1,791 to the Beatson Cancer Charity at the weekend following their annual sponsored fancy dress event on January 1. The handover, gratefully received by the charity's Kimberley Parlane at Balloch pier on Sunday, June 1, came exactly five months after another successful - if slightly different -event for the club.
Helensburgh man replaced as Rangers chairman as 49ers takeover completed

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

Fraser Thornton, who grew up in the town and is a former director of Lomond School, was appointed to the role in December. He departs from the position after more than five months, however, he will remain on the board. It was announced on Friday afternoon, May 30, that a consortium of investors, led by Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises, has purchased a majority stake in the Ibrox club. Cavenagh, a business leader and healthcare executive, will serve as the new board chairman.
Season in review as Helensburgh Hockey Club's 50th campaign comes to an end

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

The first XI started the campaign under new leadership, with Rob Heywood moving from club coach to captain, and it was an impressive start for the side. Three wins from the opening three matches saw the team sit top of the West District Division One. Returning player Adam Carmichael was the difference with six goals in three games. Sadly, the initial success was hampered going into the autumn months with one point from six games.
Firefighters to face off in fundraising football rematch

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

A team of players from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) will be looking to avenge last year's defeat to a Capita Fire and Rescue side when the squads meet for a rematch on Saturday, June 7. The event, which had been popular in the local calendar around 20 years ago and returned in 2024 at Helensburgh Rugby Club, will be held at Cardross football pitch this year, with the village's bowling club hosting refreshments and fun activities afterwards.
Launch event for grand opening of sailing club's new clubhouse

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

The modern waterfront hub, designed to serve generations to come, will offer expanded access to sailing, coastal activities, and community events - all while championing sustainability, inclusion, and mental wellbeing. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 12.30pm on Saturday, May 31 at the peninsula venue, which has been supported by funding from the UK Government, sportscotland, and Argyll and Bute's UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Plenty of personal bests as athletes begin Youth Development League meetings

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Ross Hanvidge

8 1/1 YOUNG athletes from Helensburgh Amateur Athletic Club (HAAC) have started the new season of outdoor events in fine form this month. A team of talented youngsters competed in their first and second Youth Development League (YDL) meetings of the year in Linwood on May 4, and in Kilmarnock on May 25. HAAC's nine athletes combined with Inverclyde and Clydesdale to create a larger team for the Linwood YDL event, featuring under-13 and under-15 competitors.