Pedal for Scotland and Raise Funds for BUSC

We are calling on all friends and supporters of Broxburn United Sports Club to take part in this years Pedal for Scotland Event, to raise money for Broxburn United Sports Club.

As we strive to fund some new and exciting BUSC community initiatives, we require to keep the much needed funds coming in.  YOU can play your part by cycling from Glasgow to Edinburgh (55 wee miles) on Sunday 11th September 2016.

About the Race

The Classic Pedal for Scotland ride, the Challenge is now in its 18th year. The 55mile Glasgow to Edinburgh ride is the event’s most popular ride and attracted over 7,500 participants last year.

The ride’s huge popularity is due to the combination of a great route that uses a mixture of closed roads, quiet back roads and cycle paths and the fact that it takes in Scotland’s two largest cities via stunning countryside. It’s the perfect challenge for both regular riders and those who haven’t cycled in a while – a few weeks training is enough to get in shape.

There are rest stops around every ten miles serving free refreshments, plus a free lunch at the beautiful Linlithgow Palace, topped off with entertainment and activities in Edinburgh, making for the perfect active day out for groups of friends, family or work mates or team mates.

If you feel The Classis is just too long, then sign up for The Wee Jaunt which provides a fantastic (and almost entirely traffic-free) route starting from Kirkliston Leisure Centre and ending with the experience of crossing the finish line at Murrayfield Stadium with the rest of the Pedal for Scotland Classic Challenge and Big Belter® riders.

So…………. 

….Why not sign up to take part.  After registering your interest, we will supply you with a sponsor pack, including a t-shirt to wear on the event day, then its over to YOU!  The more money you raise, the greater the help you will be giving BUSC.

Remember if you cant take part then please ensure you sponsor someone who is!

Last Year

We sincerely appreciated  four BUSC participants, and managed to raise close to £1000, which has contributed to running of our Fun Start Fitness Programme within the local Primary Schools.  Two of the Broxburn Colts Teams, have also benefited, with parents of the players participating in the event.  The teams can again gain substantial income if friends or family members take part in this years event.

To register or for more information, please contact Leigh Lauder on 01506 858057 or email l.lauder@busc.org.uk  by Monday 25th April.

Alive & Kickin Spring Programme

Broxburn United Sports Club are proud to launch the new Alive & Kickin Programme, for Spring 2016.

We have new dates for the Sporting Memories, and a very exciting Invigor8 Programme.

Join us at any of the sessions, but if you are not Over 50 years old, then please tell anyone who is about our very unique initiative for keep people active.

For further details please email Leigh on l.lauder@busc.org.uk or call 01506 858057.

Professional Athlete Visits Invigor8

The Alive & Kickin Invigor8 participants were today honored to welcome local Triathlete Catriona Morrison.  In recent weeks Catriona was awarded an MBE for her service to Sport.

 In 2005 Catriona won the silver medal at the ITU Duathlon World Championships. In 2006 she followed this up with gold and took another silver medal at the Long Distance Duathlon World Championships.

During 2007 Catriona took the bronze medal at the Long Distance Triathlon World Championships, and won the World Duathlon Long Distance Championships in both 2007 and 2008.

In 2010 in Edinburgh she took gold for a second time at the Duathlon World Championships in a time of 2:02:48.

Both informational and inspiring, we would like to thank Catriona for her time, in coming to share her story with us.

Our activity today was a very competitive game of UniHoc.  Watch out for the new Invigor8 Programme.

Albyn Park Construction Work

Commencing Monday 14th March 2016, Albyn Park will have restricted areas for spectators, players and officials. Ashwood construction will govern the site at Albyn Park and we will manage on their advice. This will have an effect on some parts of our business but any inconvenience will be kept to a minimum. We ask that you obey all Health & Safety signs and keep out of restricted areas.

Car parking facilities at the side of Albyn Park will be used by Ashwood to store portakabins and materials and will be fenced off using herras fencing. No person will be permitted to enter this area without the consent of the site manager.

Car parking alternatives can be found at Church Street at Stewartfield Park, EH52 5EL, McLeod Street, EH52 5BN and Greendykes Road EH52 5BP, please respect our neighbourhood and park safely and responsibly, we have a high volume of children and young people who use the facility. Unfortunately BUSC will have no disability parking facilities until further notice.

Can we ask that you communicate this information and any further information to all players, officials, parents, guardians and spectators.

The target date for completion of the work is September 2016 and the outcome will be a nice new indoor area for community and social activities.

Your support in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Final Reminder - Disability School Resumes Tomorrow 5/3/16

Final reminder that the class returns on Saturday 5 March 2016 at Albyn Park, Broxburn, 10-11am.  The class is open to all disabilities as we look to provide kids from across the area with the opportunity to take part in football.  The class is open for those from aged 6-16.

If you are interested in attending or require any details on how to book please contact a.forbes@busc.org.uk as we only have limited spaces left.

Its in Your Hands

Calling all Goalkeepers born in 2004/2005/2006/2007

BUSC run a session for keen Goalkeeper every Wednesday at the Albyn Park from 5-6pm.  

We are looking to develop young players who would like to play in Goals and looking for extra training.  Cost is £2, and players can turn up, pay and train, there is no need for booking.

We hope to see you there.

Lending a Helping Hand at Almondell

The Alive & Kickin Invigor8 participants were keen to lend a helping hand at Almondell Countryside Park this week.

Park Ranger Kirsty Morrison was delighted that the Over 50's Programme participants were able to help clear fallen leaves, bracken, brambles and hawthorn, to allow the visitor in the park the chance to see the Spring Flowers including Snowdrop and the 'famous' Almondell Daffodil's.

The group were fortunate to pick a lovely sunny day, but with the hard work and elbow grease involved, it wasn't long before the winter sun was too much!!

If you would like to take part in our Alive & Kickin Programme or know someone who would, please contact Leigh Lauder on 01506 858057 or email l.lauder@busc.org.uk for further information.  

“I cant thank BUSC Alive & Kickin members enough for the help they gave today. Their help was much appreciated. ”

— Kirsty Morrison (Park Ranger)

BUSC Disability Soccer School Returns

BUSC are delighted to announce that the Disability Soccer School returns on Saturday 5 March 2016 at Albyn Park, Broxburn, 10-11am.  The class is open to all disabilities as we look to provide kids from across the area with the opportunity to take part in football.  The class is open for those from aged 6-16.

If you are interested in attending or require any details on how to book please contact a.forbes@busc.org.uk as we only have limited spaces left.