WOS County League
West of Scotland Inter Counties League
Team match format - Inter County matches.
Teams: Ayrshire, Dumbartonshire, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire and Stirlingshire.
The Glasgow A team consists of eight players and the eight games must play off in succession although not necessarily in order.
The Glasgow Youth team consists of eight players and the eight games must play off in succession although not necessarily in order.
All matches to be played over five successive weeks, commencing on the third weekend in September. All matches to be played on Sundays with an 11.00am starting time if possible.
Download a copy of the 2026 Rules for playing Inter County matches here
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GGU Boys vs Ayrshire on Sunday 31st May
Sunday, the last day in May, was the first of the season's 8 player West of Scotland Boys County matches. This first match of Glasgow’s season saw them host Ayrshire at Dougalston.
The Glasgow team included 4 players from Glasgow Golf Club, 2 from Cowglen Golf Club and one each from Ralston Golf Club and Cathkin Braes Golf Club. The match was notable for Murdo MacDonald’s first County appearance and the last series of games for Glasgow by Callum Morrison before he sets off on a golfing scholarship in the USA.
The match was tied 4-4
The debutant Murdo won his first game for Glasgow Golf Union and there was victories for Lewis Reynolds and Archie MacMillan. Halved matches for Kyle Morrison and Chris Cowan saw Glasgow reach their points total.
All the matches were competitive with 4 being settled on the last green, so an excellent start to the season with all to play for this season.
Match Report Boys vs Lanarkshire on 14th of June at Cathcart Castle
On a splendid Summers afternoon at a verdant Cathcart Castle Golf Club, a much changed Glasgow Golf Union Boys team consisting of 8 players met a a powerful Lanarkshire team who were fresh from a recent victory over Dumbartonshire.
The golf course is in fine condition with the greens, in particular receiving positive comments from all the players. One notable feature of Cathcart Castle is the presence of some holes with internal out of bounds, a challenging feature. These holes require good technique and strong nerves to be safely negotiated.
The match was a convincing victory for Lanarkshire of 7-1
There was however some highlights for the Glasgow team. Murdo MacDonald won his match, another victory following his inaugural appearance versus Ayrshire and 12 year old Edward McGonagle played very well against an older more experienced opponent.
The photo aboveshows 7 of the 8 man team ready to do battle.
Match report Boys v Dumbartonshire on Sunday 26th July at Sandyhills
The Glasgow Golf Union’s Boys Team hosted Dunbartonshire at Sandyhills Golf Club on Sunday the 26th of July. This latest fixture marking the half way point in the West of Scotland Inter County League Ties.
The weather on the day was tricky with a fitful breeze gusting regularly through the trees making club selection tricky. There was also occasional rain showers which did not last long but were quite intense when they did.
The course is in splendid condition and a pleasure for the boys to play over.
With a heavy fixture list of competing Junior Competitions at this time of the season and the Glasgow Fair holiday also playing a part, both counties struggled to field their strongest teams.
Glasgow took the opportunity to give three new 'Under 16s' squad recruits from the home club their first experience of county golf and all thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Whilst none recorded a victory on the day, there was plenty of evidence for optimism in the future. Now those first appearance nerves are behind them, they can look forward to future selections for the team with enthusiasm and confidence.
The 'Under 18s had two wins and two defeats in their matches, making the Tie Result 5-3 in favour of visitors Dunbartonshire.
As usual, all our boys accounted for themselves splendidly and although reluctant to single anyone out in particular, a special mention must go to Murdo MacDonald, leading the U16s and Charlie Richardson, leading the U18s, both of whom led by example with victories on the day. Murdo remains undefeated.
We are as usual very thankful to Sandyhills Golf Club and their secretariat and members for the courtesy of the course and to the caterers for looking after both teams, before and after the matches.
Match report for Boys v Sirlingshire on 30th August at New Dunblane
Result: Stirlingshire win 5-3
As we arrived at Dunblane the rain clouds that had been over the town all night soaking the course, started to ease off. However, the boys were there raring to go, even though the green staff were still out squeegeeing the greens in a commendable effort to make the course playable.
Full marks to all the players from both sides wanting to play a course, knowing that it would be playing to its full length and that by the turn, in all likelihood, their feet would be soaking wet.
Team Selection on this occasion was made all the more difficult due to rival attractions also scheduled for the date. Included were: The SGL Assessment Day and The Wee Boundary Bell decider. These days, with so many competitions scheduled for Sundays, there are always going to be Club v County playing choice dilemmas – which to play for?
The Glasgow boys, featuring five Under 16 Players, got off to a good start, matching a good Stirlingshire boys’ team as they approached the turn, but with many of our boys having not played Dunblane before, home advantage started to prove the difference in the game, where Stirlingshire would edge out a narrow victory.
To Glasgow’s credit, all the boys enjoyed their day at Dunblane and should be better prepared the next time they play at the interesting and testing course.
It is perhaps worth mentioning that two young ‘rising stars’ have emerged to join the Boys Squad this season, both just 14 years old, they are Liam Moore and Murdo MacDonald. Both have already played their first County Games with some success and show considerable promise for the seasons ahead.
Match Report: Boys v Renfrewshire on 20 Sep ’26 at Erskine
Result: Renfrewshire win 6-2
Upon arrival at Erskine G.C. clubhouse, the views over the river Clyde, down to Dumbarton rock in the Autumn sun were stunning, although the comfort of the clubhouse did not show how strong the wind was outside.
The Glasgow team arrived, looking forward to the challenge from a very good Renfrewshire team, the four under 16 of age boys led the team out with all hitting good tee shots down the first, the remaining four under 18 boys followed on a day that the wind would play a big part in the games.
At the turn after nine holes the games were evenly poised, with Renfrewshire narrowly in the lead but the back nine, with the wind that always seemed to be blowing into your face, challenged the very best golf the players had to produce for a level par score.
Unfortunately, home advantage played its part, and Renfrewshire started to get a hold of the conditions better and moved into a good lead, despite the Glasgow boys battling to peg them back.
At the end of play Renfrewshire ran out clear winners, with a team score of 6-2, the winners from Glasgow were Cammy Burns and Charlie Richardson, these two seem to have been around for years playing for the team, but both showed that a call up to the youth’s team won’t be far off with the standard of golf they produced at Erskine today.
As for the new boys that were selected this year, the experience they have had playing for the team, will be invaluable for the seasons that lie ahead for them.
The Final League Table shows Glasgow with Matches Won: 13 and Lost 27.
Congratulations go to an impressive Lanarkshire, the League Champions with a 32 and 8 record.
During the season, 18 different members of the Squad had the opportunity to play County Golf at least once for the GGU. Special mention goes to: Murdo MacDonald and Reece Coyle, both of whom represented the Union with distinction on four different occasions.
Match Report: BATC on 13 Sep ’26 at Lochmaben
Result: Boys Area Team Championship – Glasgow finish in 8th Place
It was the turn of the South West to host the 2026 Scottish Boys Area Team Championship. The chosen venue was Lochmaben GC, Castlehillgate, Dumfries & Galloway DG11 1NT, which welcomed 15 Areas / Counties to contest this year’s championship.
The weekend format is: Morning Foursomes, Afternoon Singles both played on the Sunday, with a practice round allocated to each team on the preceding Saturday.
Representing the GGU were: Cameron Burns & Archie MacMillan (Both Glasgow) and Charlie Richardson & Max Welsh (Both Cathkin Braes).
Exceptional good weather for early autumn greeted all the teams on the practice day. Some light wind was just enough to make club selection a puzzle. The course was presented in excellent condition with greens running true. Together with a clubhouse undergoing the final stages of an impressive renovation, this all contributed to making the visit a most enjoyable one at a club celebrating its centenary year.
On Sunday, the weather was even more pleasant – warm sunshine all day and no wind at all!
The Matches: The combined scores of our two Foursomes teams was a total of 158 for 10th place some 20 strokes behind very strong leaders in Lothians, who were attempting a “threepeat” having been BATC winners in both 2025 and ‘26. Our Boys faired much better in the Singles (Four play but only the best three count for the team score) for a total of 221, good enough for equal 5th place, which was 11 strokes behind, once again, leaders Lothians on 210.
In summary – A most enjoyable weekend. Glasgow had their best finish for some time on a combined score of 379, placing us mid table in 8th place. That put us ahead of WoS Rivals: Ayrshire, Stirlingshire and Dunbartonshire and behind Lanarkshire & Renfrewshire. Less we forget, congratulations to Lothians who did it and recorded a well-deserved ‘threepeat’.
Three of our team will still be eligible for selection in 2027 so their experience this year will do them no harm at all. We just need to improve our Foursomes play. Special mention goes to Charlie Richardson – Singles score 72 (Par+2), just three behind Singles Trophy Winner Sam Wilson, St Andrews Golf Club on 69 (Par-1).
Match Report for 'A' Team Match vs Ayrshire on the 20th of September at Ballochmyle Golf Club
Once again an usual venue choice by Ayrshire for a County Match. Ballochmyle is a very pretty but short course set in lovely countryside.
A much changed GGU team lost the match 4.5 to 3.5. I know the team and their management were somewhat disappointed with the result but considering that so many of our regular players were missing the result should be seen in a positive light. One aspect being the introduction of some new blood which is vital for the team.
The following players won their game: James McKechnie, Gordon Sangster and John Laurie. Brendan McKenna pulled of a great halved game by winning the 18th in some style.
A special mention to Reece Coyle who stepped up from the Boys Team for this match. He lost his game against a well known Ayrshire but showed plenty of spirit and talent.
Match Report: Youths v Ayrshire on 20 Sep ’26 at Dougalston
Result: Ayrshire Win 5 / 3
The 2026 WoS Youths League campaign started with a Home Tie at Dougalston against a traditionally strong Ayrshire side. As one of Scotland’s few woodland courses, it is a challenging test, notoriously unforgiving off line.
Unfortunately, we were unable to field a full team. On the day, Glasgow was playing ties elsewhere against both A Team and Boys Leagues opposition. University team trials on the day further combined to reduce our Squad Members availability. In the end, only six players represented us and so two matches had to be forfeited, giving our opposition a two-point start before the first ball was struck.
Of the matches actually played, there were two wins and two matches halved for three points for each team but with two walk overs gifted, the final tie result in favour of Ayrshire 5 & 3.
Corey Payne (2024 and ‘25 Boys Order of Merit Winner) gets the gold star for the performance of the day, recording an 8&6 win.
Not the best start we could have had to our 2026 League Matches but hopefully more members of the Squad will become available for selection as the competition progresses.
Match Report: Youths v Dunbartonshire on 27 Sep ’26 at Bishopbriggs
Result: Match Postponed
Unfortunately, torrential rain rendered the course unfit for play. The overnight rain in the West of Scotland continued all day. Greens were flooded and it was agreed to abandon any hope of play. As it turned out, the other two ties in the league suffered the same fate.
The plan is to reschedule and play the postponed ties on Sunday 25th October. This of course depends on being able to return to Bishopbriggs or finding an alternative venue, that can accommodate an 11:00 am start, in order that matches can be concluded before darkness descends.
Match Report: Youths v Stirlingshire on 4 Oct ’26 at Grangemouth
Result: Stirlingshire Win 5.5 / 2.5
The third tie of our 2026 campaign but only the second to actually be played thus far, after the cancellation of the previous week’s tie due to bad weather, saw us travel to Grangemouth for an Away Tie against a resurgent Stirlingshire.
Cold, windy weather greeted us but as the day progressed blue skies opened up, with one shower late on for about ten minutes in what was otherwise a pleasant if windy autumn afternoon.
At the last minute one of our team had to withdraw through illness, late on Saturday night, sadly too late for us to secure a replacement. Another member selected for the team was an unexplained ‘No Show’. For the second time this season, we then had to gift our opposition two points before any match started.
The final Result of the Tie was a win 5.5 & 2.5 for Stirlingshire. Special mention this week goes firstly to Josh White, on devastating form, who could do no wrong, disposing of his deflated opponent 8&7. There’s no answer against a constant barrage of birdies! Secondly, the gold star performance this week goes to young Kyle Morrison, stepping up from the Boys Squad. He dispatched his opponent 5&3. Then for good measure, he continued his round through eighteen holes to record a 68 gross. This was the first time ever he had broken 70! For good measure, he repeated the achievement on the following Friday at his home course at Cowglen. There’s something about waiting ages for a bus and then two come along all at once!
A most exciting match was the last one on the course. All square coming down the eighteenth, Jamie Wallace had a chip from the side of the green to secure a possible winning birdie. As fate would have it, the ball spectacularly shaved the hole by the smallest of margins for a conceded par, which his opponent then matched to keep the score level for a half point each.
Match Report: Youths v Lanarkshire on 11 Oct ’26 at Haggs Castle
Result: Lanarkshire Win 6 / 2
A very pleasant autumn day welcomed the visit of Youths League Reigning Champions, Lanarkshire. Interrupted only by a brief shower midafternoon, otherwise: blue skies, light clouds overhead and beneath soft but not wet fairways and greens, with preferred lies. Perfect autumn weather for the time of year.
Once again, due to unavailability, our team had to be supplemented by the addition of two from the Boys Squad, both of whom made an excellent account of themselves and will value the experience of playing County Golf against much older and experienced opposition. As the saying goes: if you are good enough, you are old enough.
Our winning matches came from young Kyle Morrison 4&3 and Jamie Wallace 2&1. So nearly, yet so far were: Reece Coyle going down on the 17th, 2&1 and Alex O’Neil loosing out on the 18th, 2 Down. By such fine margins are matches won and lost. However, there are no pictures on a scorecard, you had to be there!
Making a welcome return to the Team for the first time this year, were Joe Lynch, back from Camp America and Mark Donaldson, back from running a half marathon. Both professed to be somewhat ‘ring-rusty’ but determined to be back at their best for future selection.
At full strength, our Youths Squad are a match for anyone. Our problem continues to be ‘availability’. There is one Tie remaining in the 2026 series and one postponed tie to be rescheduled. Two opportunities to try and play full strength teams.
