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GIRLS AT HOME TO CALA ON SATURDAY

03 Mar 2015

One thing you can say about the Women's 1st Team being knocked out of the cup on Sunday is that gives them plenty of focus for their league campaign. On Saturday CALA Edinburgh come to Auchenhowie (1400) in what will be a difficult game for the girls. CALA are only a couple of places below Wildcats in the division and, having already held us to a draw this season, are capable of causing a shock. Our girls remain favourites, though, especially as they welcome several players back from national team commitments including, of course, player-coach Kareena Marshall.

The 2s suffered a setback last week, losing to East Kilbride and proving that they still have a bit to do to secure promotion to Division 1. They are at Glasgow Green (1645) on Saturday where they play Rottenrow, a team they beat 4-0 in November. A win won't come easy here but it should definitely be the target after Saturday's disappointment.

The 3s go to Saltcoats to play Argyle (1230). The league table suggests that Wildcats are second favourites but the girls managed a 2-2 draw earlier in the season so they will travel with some confidence.

The Men's 1st Team visit rock-bottom Watsonians. The Edinburgh side were a surprise addition to the division via last season's play-offs and look to be out of their depth. Western should win this one convincingly. Harry has a solid-looking squad missing only Ross Clunie. Also in Edinburgh are the 2s who play Grange 3s. Western must see this as one they can win to maintain their pleasing recent run of form.

The 3s play their first home game since Christmas against Kelburne 4s (1230). Western have kept their 100% record for far longer than anyone expected. Saturday will be a test with Kelburne currently sitting fifth in the division and having knocked our 3s out of the cup. This could be a very close game. Also facing Kelburne are the 4s who are at Glasgow Green (1330) against their 5s. Western look to be back to their old ways and will see this as one they should win.

Finally, the 5s have slotted in a rearranged game against Clydesdale 4s. This is a 1530 start at Auchenhowie.