Dumfries Academy pick up awards at Hampden

Jun 19 2009 by Our Correspondent, Dumfries Standard Friday

DUMFRIES Academy received the School of the Year Award at the pre-match meal at the National Stadium, Hampden Park on the occasion of the Bank of Scotland SSFA Senior Shield Final.

The school has had many successes in national and local competitions over the years but 2008 was special as the under 15 team lifted, not only the SSFA Shield, but also the inaugural British Championship Trophy against the best of Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Wales and England.

Eight of the team also formed the backbone of the Dumfries and Galloway Regional team that won the National Trophy for the first time in the local Association's history.

The trophy was presented by the SSFA's guest Mr. Lex Gold CBE, Executive Chairman SPL to player Grant Middlemiss.

The Dumfries Academy team continued their unbeaten run in 2009 and lifted the under 16 Shield in an exciting final with St. Ambrose High.

The SSFA also recognised the contribution of parent volunteer Keith Middlemiss to the success of both the Dumfries Academy team and the Regional team.

Keith was also presented with his award by the Executive Chairman of the Scottish Premier League, Lex Gold CBE.