Women’s Scottish & District Cup & Plate Finals preview and spectator info

The Women’s Scottish, District, Reserve Cup & Plate Finals take place on Sunday 3 April at the Glasgow National Hockey Centre.

A fantastic day of hockey is schedule, with no less than four finals scheduled!

Entry is only £5 for Adults, U16s and Senior Citizens admission is free of charge.

Scottish Cup Final
16:00Bromac Kelburne v Edinburgh University
Having wrapped up a 12th consecutive league title on the final day of the league campaign, Bromac Kelburne have the Scottish Cup in their sights.
The Paisley side endured a tense, tough battle against Grove Menzieshill, eventually sealing a place in Saturday’s showpiece after winning the semi-final on penalties.
However, they must take on an Edinburgh University side who cruised through their last four encounter against PSL Team Sport Clydesdale by a 5-1 scoreline.
This season’s league encounters between the two teams suggest the final will be a close run affair, Kelburne winning by a 2-0 margin at the Glasgow National Hockey Centre last October, only for the University to make home advantage count in a 2-1 win shortly before the winter break.
Scottish Plate Final
14:00Granite City Wanderers v Falkirk GHG
A clash of two Division 2 teams awaits in the Scottish Plate Final.
Having dispatched nine goals past Stirling University in the semi-final, Granite City Wanderers go into the match in confident mood.
Falkirk GHG will consider their place in the final well-earned after coming back from two goals down to take rivals Erskine Stewart’s Melville FP to a penalty shoot-out, where they triumphed by a comfortable 3-0 outcome.
With Wanderers having narrowly defeated Falkirk by the odd goal in this season’s only league encounter, the Aberdonians might just have the edge, but only by a whisker.
District Cup Final
12:00Grove Menzieshill II v Q-Bikes Kelburne II
Midland’s Grove Menzieshill II face up to the challenge of Q-Bikes Kelburne II in the Men’s District Cup Final.
The Dundonians were up to the task of beating Granite City Wanderers II in the last four, winning 4-2, while Kelburne’s second XI made light work of their semi-final task, easing past Ayr 8-1.
District Plate Final
12:00Inverleith II v Anchor (Pitch 2)
Fresh from causing a bit of a semi-final upset against Edinburgh University II, Anchor march into the Plate final against Inverleith II with plenty confidence.
Having already defeated teams in a higher league, the west coast outfit have little to fear as they confront the capital side.
The Purple Robes reached the final courtesy of a 3-2 win over Aberdeen GSFP II.
Reserve Cup Final
10:00Grange III v Grange V
The intricacies of the Reserve Cup mean that this weekend’s final will be an all-club affair between Grange III and Grange V.
The thirds had a comfortable passage in the semi-finals, defeating AAM Gordonians III 3-0, while the fifth string beat MJV Dundee Wanderers III to reach the final.
Reserve Plate Final
10:00Pro-Life Fitness Kelburne III v Edinburgh University III (Pitch 2)
Kelburne’s quest for a finals day treble begins early on Saturday morning when Pro-Life Fitness Kelburne III take on Edinburgh University III.
A penalty shoot-out win over West District league rivals Rottenrow II in the semi-final led to a place in the Plate final.
Edinburgh University III had a more comfortable route to the final, beating PSL Team Sport Clydesdale IV 6-2.

Whet your appetite for the day with our finals preview.

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Scottish Cup Final

16:00 Grove Menzieshill v Edinburgh University

A mouth-watering contest is in store for the day’s showcase match, as Scotland’s top two club sides in women’s hockey go head-to head in the Scottish Cup Final.

Having pipped Sunday’s opponents to the league title on goal difference a couple of weeks ago, Edinburgh University are in the running to make it a league and cup double.

However, the Taysiders were the only team to inflict a league defeat on the students in the National League this season, a 3-1 home win in Dundee, with the previous league encounter at Peffermill ending in a 1-1 draw.

Therefore, one may reasonably conclude that Linda Clement’s charges start the match as slight favourites.

A hard fought, close match is likely to be on the cards.

Scottish Plate Final

14:00 Dundee University v Bromac Kelburne

Dundee University experienced a dramatic semi-final against Milne Craig Clydesdale Western II to reach the Plate final.

In the end, the students came from 3-2 behind to win 4-3 and book a place in the final two against Bromac Kelburne.

The Paisley side sailed past GHK Ladies in the semi-finals, with a 4-0 win over their Division 1 rivals giving them real confidence of adding silverware to their 2015/16 campaign.

District Cup Final

12:00 Orkney v Milne Craig Clydesdale Western IV

Orkney and Milne Craig Clydesdale Western IV have blazed a trail to the final of the Women’s District Cup, scoring a cumlative total of 57 goals on the road to Glasgow.

Orkney made light work of their semi-final against Dunfermline Carnegie, winning by an impressive 8-0 scoreline, while the Glasgow side put pay to any potential of a Orkney-Shetland clash by defeating the Scottish islands side 5-3.

There could be goals here.

District Plate Final

10:00 East Kilbride v Edinburgh University IV

Comfortable semi-finals wins over Madras FP and Watsonians saw Edinburgh University IV and East Kilbride ease into the final of the District Plate.

Both sides have shown good form in their respective District League campaigns so a good match is in the offing.

Venue

Getting to the Glasgow National Hockey Centre

Can I park at the Stadium?

The will be no parking available at the venue.

What are my transport options for getting to the event?

Car/Motorcycle: No parking facilities will be available. However, spectators can park on Ballater St. with no restrictions during the week and weekends. For those travelling from outwith Glasgow, the city can be accessed by the M8, M80, M74 and M77 motorways.

Bus: Ballater St. is serviced by number 65, 164. Nearby London Rd. is serviced by 18, 43, 46, 64 and 263. Please visit FirstBus Glasgow for more information.

Train: Bridgeton Rail Station is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the venue and is serviced by trains to and from Glasgow Central. Please visit National Rail for more information.Can I park at the Stadium?

Car I park my car at the venue?

There will be car parking available at the venue allocated on first come first serve basis.

It is expected to be extremely busy this weekend.

What are my transport options for getting to the event?

Car/Motorcycle: For those travelling from outwith Glasgow, the city can be accessed by the M8, M80, M74 and M77 motorways.

Bus: Ballater St. is serviced by number 65, 164. Nearby London Rd. is serviced by 18, 43, 46, 64 and 263. Please visit FirstBus Glasgow for more information.

Train: Bridgeton Rail Station is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the venue and is serviced by trains to and from Glasgow Central. Please visit National Rail for more information.

Venue Facilities

Can I bring a buggy into the stadium?

Yes, however there are stairs and no access to a lift. The buggy will need to be checked into reception as it will not be allowed in the stands due to health and safety.

What should I do if I misplace my property?

Ask the event staff on site and they will advise further.

What can I bring to the venue?

Can I bring a camera?

Yes.

Can I bring a pet?

No.

Can I bring an air horn or flare?

No.

Can I bring a backpack or suitcase?

Small backpacks are permitted, suitcases no.

Can I bring food and drink into the stadium?

Food yes. No alcohol or glass bottles allowed.

I need more information

Where can I contact the organiser with any further questions?

Tel: 0141 550 5999

Email: [email protected]

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