One of the potentially largest sources for coaching is the agreement reached between TouchDown UK and the active co-ordinators in the County of Falkirk. Thanks to another ex-Edinburgh Wolves contact I have already completed 2 short lunch time clubs at small primary schools in outlying villages to Falkirk. Already another 5 schools are lining up for the New Year and the opportunity to take another kitted session in one of the local high schools.

Another long standing coaching partner has been Musselburgh Grammar School, just outside Edinburgh. 2009 saw the launch of the 4th year of coaching sessions at the school. A small but dedicated group met in the closing weeks of the year, with the next generation of potential players showing interest in joining up. The school has seen a string of players chose American Football as ‘their’ sport, going on to play in local area teams, and for two of them making the GB Lions squad for the 2010 International campaign.