SCOTS Camanachd are set for “Iomain Nam Feachd - Armed Forces Shinty / Hurling” as the British and Irish Armed Forces teams play each other for the first time at the Bught Park, Inverness on Saturday 28 April 2012.
SCOTS Camanachd will face the Irish Defence Force in a game sure to attract much interest.
SCOTS Camanachd warmed up for the historic clash with when they went down 2-1 to Caberfeidh after extra-time in their Sutherland Cup first round tie at Musselburgh on Saturday 21 April 2012. They follow that up with the Scott Bain Memorial Cup game against Strathglass at Cannich on Tuesday 24 April 2012.
Skye Camanachd medic Dr Wilson banks will be on touchline duty for the SCOTS.
Iomain Nam Feachd - Armed Forces Shinty / Hurling starts at the specially scheduled time of 5.30pm in order to allow shinty fans to watch their club side and then head along to the Bught Park. SCOTS Camanachd are asking all shinty fans to show their support for their Armed Forces. There will be several other attractions on display.
As well as the game, there will be;
- Entertainment provided by the Army Cadet Force Pipe Band
- An opportunity to meet members of the Armed Forces
- A bouncy castle for children
- A food and drink outlet
- The Shinty Shop will be present
Iomain Nam Feachd is sponsored by Poppyscotland, the leading charity supporting ex-servicemen and women and their families in Scotland. Admission to the game is free by donation to Poppyscotland.