Kilpatrick & Hollybrook Schools victorious at the 2025 Mowi National Disability Shinty Festival

Aviemore was the venue this month, for the 28th annual Disability First Shinty Festival which saw Kilpatrick School from Glasgow win their 1st title, winning League A. Hollybrook School also from Glasgow emerged victorious winning section B.

Over 85 children, forming 12 teams from 9 schools in Inverness, Kingussie, Grantown, Oban, Glasgow (3), Lochaber and Ayrshire enjoyed coaching from qualified shinty coaches and games throughout the two-day event which culminated in a tournament.

The tournament was split into A & B leagues on a round robin format, with the teams in each section playing each other once. Both leagues were extremely competitive with some excellent play and great goals scored throughout the day.

Kilpatrick school from Glasgow defeated reigning champions Abercorn in an enthralling final to win League A and be crowned the 2025 winners. Hollybrook won league B defeating Kilpatrick B in a closely contested final.

Jayne MacKay from sponsors Mowi presented medals to all the children and the trophies to the captains of Kilpatrick and Hollybrook schools.

Jayne MacKay, Mowi Community Engagement Officer, added:
Mowi is proud to support the National shinty disability festival. The two-day festival is action packed and accessible for all. It was great to see so many children taking part, having fun, learning new skills and making friends.

Camanachd Associations National Development Manager, Ronald Ross, said: “This is one of the most rewarding events we hold annually as we are bringing together children who don’t get many opportunities to compete in shinty. The event grows in popularity each year, and it was great to see over 85 children taking part over the two days. I would like to thank tournament sponsors Mowi, all the participating teams, players, teachers and support staff that made the effort to take part in this year’s festival”.