Glenurquhart High School and the Camanachd Association are pleased to announce the launch of the newest School of Shinty, further strengthening the sport’s presence in one of its historic heartlands. This development sees Glenurquhart High become the 14th School of Shinty across Scotland and cements a formal partnership with both Glenurquhart and Strathglass Shinty Clubs.

The School of Shinty initiative will formally integrate the sport into day-to-day school life, offering pupils increased opportunities to engage with shinty through the curriculum, after-school clubs, and competitive fixtures. Supported by coaches from the local clubs and shinty ambassadors, pupils will receive structured training and access to mentorship, competitions, and a pathway into club shinty at Strathglass or Glenurquhart.

Allan MacLeod, Strathglass Shinty Club Vice President said:
“Strathglass Shinty Club are delighted to support the School of Shinty in Glenurquhart High School. As a club, we recognise the importance of giving everyone, at all ages, the opportunity to get involved in shinty—especially at the critical age of 13 to 16, where we are competing with many other activities available in schools.

The majority of our players have been, or are, pupils at the High School and have proudly represented the school in shinty over the years. It is only right that we support this project. We look forward to working in partnership with Glenurquhart Shinty Club and the Camanachd Association to deliver this plan and help develop shinty in one of its native strongholds.”

The partnership will foster deeper connections between education and sport, ensuring that young people have the tools, support, and encouragement to engage with their local club and continue playing the game beyond the school environment.

Burton Morrison, President of the Camanachd Association who was schooled in Drumnadrochit welcomed the move:

“The creation of a School of Shinty at Glenurquhart High is another fantastic step forward for youth development and community engagement. It is vital that we create as many meaningful opportunities as possible for young people to experience and enjoy our sport, particularly in communities like this where shinty is woven into the fabric of life.”

Garry Mackintosh, Glenurquhart Shinty Club President said: “Glenurquhart Shinty Club, are delighted to be part of the new school of shinty based at Glenurquhart High School. We are looking forward to working closely with the school, Strathglass and the Association to ensure young people in our community have as many outlets as possible to take part in shinty.”