Kingussie face Kinlochshiel in defence of Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup
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Kingussie have been pitted against Kinlochshiel in the Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup semi-final draw.
The two teams will meet on August 5 at a venue yet to be confirmed.
In the other tie, either Kyles Athletic or Lovat will face Oban Camanachd on August 12.
The draw for the semi-finals took place at the The Maples at Ness Side Tulloch Homes Showroom this afternoon with Sandy Grant, Tulloch Homes managing director and Innes Smith, Springfield
Properties CEO, performing the honours.
The 2023 Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup Final will take place at Bught Park in Inverness on Saturday 16th September.
Steven MacKenzie, Camanachd Association president said: “As ever, the semi-final draw has thrown up two very fascinating encounters.
"Holders Kingussie will be looking to play in consecutive finals for the first time since 2011 but face stubborn opposition in 2021 champions Kinlochshiel.
"In the other tie, 2019 finalists Oban Camanachd will face off with either Lovat or Kyles Athletic.
"Once again we look set to have a great final on our hands with each team no doubt hyper focused on lifting the Camanachd Cup in the 100th Anniversary of the first final at Bught Park.”
Mr Grant said: “Shinty has long been an integral part of Scottish culture, weaving together communities and fostering a deep sense of camaraderie.
"We are delighted to continue our association with this celebrated tournament, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the teams that have progressed to the semi-finals.
"May the matches be a testament to the dedication and prowess of these remarkable teams.
"I look forward to seeing two of the teams at the final on 16th September, just a stones throw from The Maples development at Bught Park in Inverness. Best of luck to all of the teams.”
Reaction to this draw in this Thursday's Strathy.
