Western Wildcats Hockey Club

Auchenhowie hosts it's first two outdoor games of 2015 tomorrow as both the Ladies 2s and 3s return to West District League duty. Both captains are to be congratulated on having managed to raise almost full squads despite the challenge of prelims

The 2s lead off at 1.30 p.m., hosting local rivals Broomhill. The 2s enjoyed a a bit of a romp in a 7-1 victory earlier in the season. But Broomhill have had a successful first half of the season and now sit 4th in the table. While a home win should be on the cards, the league leaders would be mistaken to take the visitors lightly

The 3s host Troon at 3pm. The away fixture was conceded as the youngsters weren't able to get their team down to Troon for an early start. So a bit of a leap into the dark for the 3s. The league positions would suggest the visitors will be strong. But the 3s continue to improve and their youth and enthusiasm might just get them something from the game

Aficionado's of the long corner may wish to attend the games as the Ladies West District are still to introduce the new Scottish Hockey rules. This may be your last chance to view this integral part of the game before it is consigned to the rules dust bin along with offside and the roll in