Scotland’s Number One American Football Team, the East Kilbride Pirates will be holding two open tryout days before Christmas. These events, designed to give new and existing players a taste of playing the game, will take place at 12noon on Sunday 23rd November and Sunday 14th December at Duncanrigg Sports Centre, East Kilbride.

Each session will begin indoors with a one hour introduction to the team and the sport. Attendees will hear from staff, coaches and players about their time with the Pirates and the GB Lions and have the opportunity to ask questions. The remaining two hours of the session will take place outside on Duncanrigg’s astro turf field where the potential players will be taken through typical American Football drills. These drills will illustrate the kinds of skills that Pirates players are expected to display. They will also wet the appetite of new players by giving them a small taste of wearing the kit which American Football is famous for.

Attendees will need to bring footwear suitable for astro turf and sports clothing suitable for being outdoor in the winter. Players of all ages, abilities and levels of fitness are encouraged to attend. Any who have their own pads, helmet and gum shield should also bring those. If you’re interested in attending either of these events as a player or observer, or getting involved with the Pirates in any way, please email info@piratesfootball.co.uk.