John Naughton The club are desperately sad to announce the death of former player, Third Team Captain and Committee Member John Naughton. John passed away peacefully in Dumfries Infirmary after a brave and courageous battle with Covid. This terrible disease took a great guy in the prime of his life. John was one of the […]
Dumfries Saints sadly announce the death of former player Mo (Morris) Irvine who passed away last Tuesday. Mo had his early rugby education at St Joseph’s College and Dumfries Academy, turning out in the mornings for the school and in the afternoons he’d head off to Park Farm to play for Don Wylie’s U18 Colts. […]
Calling all 6nationsrugby fans This time of year would see Grassroots Rugby Clubs buzzing with anticipation and excitement as 6 nations fans meet in clubhouses across the country eager to watch all the games live. Due to the pandemic, this won’t be happening and Rugby Clubs will suffer a massive loss of income. Something which […]
More sad news I’m afraid. We have just heard that Donald Biggar who farmed at Chapelton Farm, Castle Douglas has passed away at the age of 68. Donald was a stalwart stand off at Park Farm back in the 70s and in keeping with his love of sport he was also a keen stalker and […]
It is with the deepest regret that we announce the death of one of our young rugby players, Jay Burns, who tragically died at the weekend as the result of a car accident the previous week. Jay played his first game for the Colts during the 2017-18 season and was a popular member of the […]
We are sorry to lose the services of our Club Secretary, Rob Orr, due to his business commitments. Rob has given sterling service to the club during his tenure and we wish him all the best for the future.
Many thanks to all the sponsors who very kindly asked that their 2020 sponsorship be carried over to Saturday 5th June 2021. This gesture is much appreciated by the rugby club.
Please note that in line with official advice, the gym at the club, will be closed until further notice.
Please be aware that Scottish Rugby has issued the following statement regarding the suspension of all rugby. Further information is likely to be communicated in the coming days, therefore where possible please keep an eye on our website and social media outlets for further updates, or via coaches/team managers. Scottish Rugby suspends all rugby in […]
On Saturday, the Colts team at Dumfries Saints Rugby Club were presented with their new playing tops sponsored, once again, by Robin Thomson Keir Garage. The presentation took place at Park Farm prior to the team playing their first Cup Game of the season against Strathaven, winning 29-12. Included in the team picture are the […]
Dumfries Saints RFC is pleased to announce that local company Grange is our main kit sponsor for the next two seasons. Pictured with our senior players, and representing Grange, is owner Lynn Dodd and her daughter Emma. Mrs Dodd’s two sons, Alastair and Fraser, are both regular players at Junior level for the Club. Others […]
Saints U15s pictured receiving their new strips from sponsor Paul Fergusson . . The boys are very grateful to Paul Fergusson Heating and Electrical Engineers and thank him for his continued support of Dumfries Saints.
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We were so sorry to hear of the death, last week, of past Dumfries player John Fair. John played fullback for Dumfries 1st XV back in the 60s and was well known for his hard tackling and drole humour. When his playing days ended with cracked ribs (plus a quiet word from his pregnant wife […]
We are sorry to hear the sad news from Seven Sisters that Dai Lewis passed away last week. Dai was a faithful visitor with Seven and a “weel kent face” at Park Farm over the years. Here in Dumfries we mourn his passing and send our sincere condolences to his family in Wales. The picture, […]
Please click on the link for this season’s fixtures. https://www.scottishrugby.org/news/2020/21-new-season-fixtures?fbclid=IwAR0eYCoyamuqtxYb0-wLh1cauxtBXD_Jz3-Dkqg2ex8xSIzLFWVkS7BAnj0
Please note there is an amendment to the 7pm meeting’s password. The correct log in details are set out below. Club AGM 7-7.40pm approx Login details 72108745003 Password 5cCiVw AGM of Dumfries RFC Charitable Trust 7.40pm Log in details 71200699280 Password xs7j8g Any member planning on attending the AGM tonight, please […]
Due to updated guidelines on Covid 19 and on the advice of the club’s Covid 19 representative, the meetings in the Clubhouse tomorrow night have been cancelled. Instead, they will take place from 7pm on a ZOOM virtual platform and the information you require to join the meetings is below. All members are invited to […]