Kingussie & Lovat face off in the Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup Final this Saturday at An Aird, Fort William.
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Lovat are scoring an average of 2.14 goals per game and conceding an average of 1.95.
Kingussie are scoring an average of 3.76 goals per game and conceding an average of 1.12.
Getting the job done early
Lovat's goal-scoring distribution shows a consistent output across the first 60 minutes, with between 8 and 9 goals in each quarter-hour. However, there’s a noticeable drop-off from the 60th to 75th minute, with just 4 goals scored. The final 15 minutes see a recovery with 7 goals. This pattern suggests fatigue or tactical shifts may affect their attacking prowess in the latter stages of matches, before a late push in the closing moments.
End game dip
Lovat concede relatively few goals in the first 45 minutes, with 5, 7, and 7 in each respective period. However, there's a sharp rise in goals conceded between the 60th and 75th minutes, peaking at 10. This trend continues with 9 goals in the final 15 minutes. The late-game vulnerability suggests a drop in concentration or stamina, potentially leaving them exposed as matches progress. It will be key for them to maintain their undoubted quality right throughout the 90.
Growing dominance
Kingussie's scoring pattern reveals a strong and consistent attack throughout. While their early stages are solid with 11 and 13 goals in the first 30 minutes, the 30-45 minute window sees a sharp surge to 19. The team maintains momentum in the second half, with high-scoring periods of 14, 17, and 20 goals. This suggests a team that not only starts well but dominates as the game progresses, often overwhelming opponents in the final stages.
Switch on from the start
Kingussie's goals conceded show a vulnerability in the early stages, with 11 goals conceded in the first 15 minutes. However, they tighten up significantly between 15 and 75 minutes, only conceding 11 goals across that span. Their defence appears most resilient between 60 and 75 minutes, with just one goal conceded. A late drop in defensive stability is evident, with six goals conceded in the final 15 minutes, possibly indicating fatigue or increased pressure.
It doesn't take a Mathematician
Greg Matheson is Lovat's top scorer this year with 13 goals - he is closely tailed by Lewis Tawse and 2024 Captain Graeme MacMillan. Matheson has shown that he can score on shinty's biggest day before and he has both the talent and experience to make it happen come Saturday.
The Times They Are A Changin'
Dylan Borthwick leads the way for Kingussie this campaign, it has been said before, but Kingussie have had a changed top scorer every year for the past 5 years. Savio Genini (2019), James Falconer (2021), Roddy Young (2022), Ruaridh Anderson (2023), Dylan Borthwick (2024). All 5 are available for Saturday's final. Potent.
Youth vs Experience
The stats show the greatest disparity between average ages since the stat packs begun in 2021 with just under 6 years difference. Despite the differences, there is little doubt that both sides are highly experienced and well versed when it comes to major finals.
Kings the form team
Kingussie are the form team coming into the Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup Final having only dropped points once against local rivals Newtonmore over the past 5 games. Lovat on the other hand have suffered 4 defeats in the last 5, however, the Camanachd Cup has been the sole goal for the Kiltarlity outfit for the past couple of months and we can expect them to raise their game come Saturday.
Kingussie Road to the Final
8-1 vs Bute
2-3 vs Beauly
2-3 vs Fort William
Lovat Road to the Final
4-1 vs Caberfeidh
3-1vs Skye
2-3 vs Oban Camanachd
Tulloch Homes Managing Director
Kieran Graham
“After defeating Fort William in the semi-final in treacherous weather conditions, Kingussie are here today to defend their title and fighting to secure the win for the 26th time. Meanwhile, Lovat who, despite making the final many times in recent years, are hoping to lift the trophy for the first time since 2015. It’s going to be an intense game. I wish both teams the best of luck!”
Lovat Captain
Graeme MacMillan
“The Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup Final is the first date you look for in the shinty calendar, so naturally we are excited. When we have a full team, we have looked pretty good, we are a team that can be dangerous and when we are fully fit, we have a great defence, so we are well balanced. One of the good things about shinty is that you stick with the same group of lads for years, most of the players have that 2022 Camanachd Cup experience which will help the guys massively. We know that Kingussie are strong all over the park, when they lost Roddy Young they replaced him with Dylan Borthwick really well, they have a deadly forward line, but we are confident in our ability.”
Kingussie Captain
Calum Grant
“The season has gone well so far, and I feel like we are getting better as we progress through the games. We try and shut out the noise about ‘grand slams’ and let other people talk about that. Our focus is just on the next match – that next match just happens to be the biggest of the season now. Playing in these finals is what you play shinty for, to represent your club, your family & your community.”
Camanachd Association President
Burton Morrison
“Today’s finalists, Kingussie and Lovat are no strangers to this event, having met in the final as recently as two years ago. Kingussie have proved to be the top team since shinty returned after the pandemic and they have a full trophy cabinet to prove it. Lovat have a very experienced player pool and will be appearing in their sixth final in nine years which is testament to their consistency. With a top-class goalkeeper and strong fast-tackling defence they do not concede many goals. Today’s final would not have been possible without the support of our title sponsors Tulloch Homes. I was honoured to attend an event earlier this year which marked the extension of our sponsorship agreement through to 2026, and to meet up with Managing Director Kieran Graham and his predecessor Sandy Grant. They have both expressed a genuine interest in the game and their ongoing commitment and that of their company is much appreciated”
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