Callum Kerr

A rebrand of similar intention to ours, the foot of Eildon Hill has been a happy hunting ground for Peter Murchie. In his former role at Ayr he went last season unbeaten, downing the then-defending champions in the league and Scottish Cup Semi-final.

He makes a few tweaks to his side, particularly in the backs. Craig Gossman comes in for Tom Lewis, with Rory Hughes exchanged for his Warriors teammate Robbie Nairn. Fellow Warrior Stafford McDowall retains the 12 jersey joining Tyler Beary in the midfield, replacing Danny McCluskey. Frazier Climo is dropped to the bench for Ross Thompson, who starts at fly-half.

The pack is relatively unchanged from the one that played majority of last week, with Graham Geldenhuys in for Blair Macpherson. In the front row Nicolas Griffiths replaces Ruairidh Sayce.

The game kicks-off at 17.30 and you can follow the action every step of the way on Twitter @AyrshireBulls.

It'll be no easy feat, with the capital side currently sitting second in Tennent's National 1.

Some injuries have forced Head Coach Stuart Fenwick's hand, who selects an array of changes from last week's squad.

Ben Cree comes in for Scott Clelland at tight-head, with Zander Howie entering the engine-room for Craig Brown. David Young is busy tying the knot so U18s star Cameron Young comes into the back-row. Congratulations David, from all at Ayr Rugby.

Camie Black moves to nine replacing Matt Donaldson. A new midfield of Andy Morrison and Ewan Aitken sees the later make his debut. Skipper Johnny Mccorkindale shifts back to his familiar position of full-back.

Jack Finnie, Iain Coleman and Nathan Gilmour come onto the bench, and will all make their debut if used. Craig Doolan returns from injury to complete the substitutes.

The game kicks-off at 14.00 and you can follow the action on Twitter @OfficialAyrRFC.

The squad all but confirmed the Mitsubishi U18s Confrenece last week with a historic win against Boroughmuir at Meggatland - a win tomorrow confirms it.

Head Coach Bryan Crossan has named a strong side for the contest, with a scattering of Ayr Rugby Senior Academy players and Glasgow and the South prospects lining up. Their passionate leader, Michael Lafferty, captains the side.

Paul, who also coaches with our Ayr/ Wellington Minis section, expressed delight with coming on board: “As an Ayrshire based company what better way to show your support to a local club and the youngsters, these are very exciting times for Ayr Rugby Club and the Ayrshire Bulls and ACR are proud to be part of it.”

Ayr Rugby C.O.O Glen Tippett was equally positive: “Our youth system is the spine of our club and that is down to the hard work of guys like Paul taking time out of their busy schedules to coach. We are delighted he has decided to further that support and come on board as a sponsor of both the club and the Bulls.

“The service ACR Epos Systems provide at the club is fantastic, allowing us to meet the demands of busy match-days and our extensive social calendar”.

Kelso retaliated in kind, bagging two converted scores to assert themselves in the match. On both occasions it was centre Frank Robson penetrating through the midfield to score.

The lead didn’t last long and soon it was all chalked up courtesy of early-substitute Ross Gilmour. The utility back, who was making his 1^stXV debut, managed to squeeze over out wide with a man advantage. Donaldson slotted the touchline conversion to level the game.

The Millbrae Men found themselves back on top soon after when Euan Hamilton, charged down, kicked on and retrieved the ball to score. Donaldson made it a 21-14 game.

Half-time: Ayr RFC 21-21 Kelso RFC.

The visitors struck first with the game back underway. A powerful scrum got the better of the Ayr pack and a good shove-on managed to drive the hosts over their own line for Kev Dryden to tap down.

They stretched the lead further by latching onto a stray Ayr pass and hacking the ball downfield for Paudie Lawlor to dive clear.

Ayr were dealt another blow soon after, with Kelso fly-half Craig Dodds throwing a whizzing pass out to open winger Mark Wilson. Dodds’ conversion made it a 21-40 lead.

The hosts got themselves back into the contest when a bit of quick-thinking from Craig Brown seen him tap a penalty and charge over before Kelso could react. Adam MacDonald, also a debutant, made it a 12-point game from the tee.

The final act for Ayr came courtesy of Seth Rae, who dotted down from the back of a scrum.

Craig Dodds concluded events, slotting a penalty to take the game away from Ayr.

Full-Time: Ayr RFC 33-43 Kelso RFC.

Zac Howard continued in his rich vein of form to be named Slaters Menswear Man of the Match. The winger was Octobers Player of the Month and followed up with a well taken try and gutsy 80 minute display.

The Club XV will aim to bounce back this Saturday when they travel to Goldenacre to face Heriots Blues. The game kicks off at 14.00.

The head coach was also delighted with how the new faces to Millbrae took their opportunities: "They (the newcomers) looked dangerous and we managed to get in behind a few times. The guys who came in did a good job and the experience the pro-players in the backline brought helped us".

It was a dream start for the Bulls, with Warriors duo McDowall and Hughes linking up to draw first blood. McDowall put a dink through the line into the dead ball area for Hughes to dive clear. Frazier Climo, kited out in his beloved Taranaki colours, slotted the conversion.

The Bears retaliated in kind, with a quick try and penalty snatching control of the game after 13 minutes.

Sam Kitchen got the next score, latching onto the back of a devastating rolling maul which marched up the field from the 22.  The score was followed by another, with winger Tom Lewis diving clear moments later. Lewis was a busy man in the first half, popping up in the backline to provide go-forward for the Bulls.

Half-time: Ayrshire Bulls 19-10 Boroughmuir Bears.

The bears opened up the second half with a penalty to scrape back the deficit.

After an hour played Ollie Smith hit a beautiful inside line to weave past the defence. He fed the supporting McDowall, who inturn fed Hughes to bag his second.

The result looked confirmed when Climo stretched the lead on 68 minutes, with a routine penalty in front of the posts to make it (27-13)

With seven minutes left to play Graham Geldenhuys put the icing on the cake, with a score out wide to make it 32-13.

With the result put to bed the Bulls took their foot off the gas, allowing Bears to run in two late tries and steal a losing-bonus point.

FULL-TIME: Ayrshire Bulls 32-27 Boroughmuir Bears.

For an all-round abrasive performance and a nifty 40 yard break, Lars Morrice was named FOSROC Man of the Match.

On the seconds pitch It was defeat for the Club XV, who secured a try- bonus point against Kelso, losing 33-43.

Peter Murchie has made a few tweaks to his matchday squad of last week. Ruairidh Sayce swaps with Nico Griffiths for the tigthead jersey, with Lars Morrice also coming off the bench to start at four. George Bordill swaps to six, meaning a Bulls debut for Fraser Hastie.

Blair Macpherson retains the number eight jersey with Pete McCallum captaining the side from openside flanker.

David Armstrong earns a start at nine, swapping with Harry Warr. Warriors and Millbrae favourites Rory Hughes and Stafford McDowall drop into the side, replacing Robbie Nairn and Tyler Beary. McDowall is in the 12 jersey with Danny McCluskey shifted to 13.

Tom Lewis starts at 14 to earn his Bulls debut and it's a first start for Ollie Smith.

Graham Geldenhuys drops to the bench alongside Griffiths and Warr. Lewis Anderson, Michael Scott, Gavin Wilson and Ross Thomson all retain their bench slots. Isaac McNulty enters the fray and will make his debut if used.

The game kicks-off at 15.00 and you can follow the action every step of the way on Twitter @OfficialAyrRFC.

Stuart Fenwick has named a strong side for his clash against Kelso. The 1st XV have struggled over the past few weeks but will look to get their season back on track in front of a bumber home crowd - they remain undefeated at Millbrae in the league.

Stuart Collier comes in for Ben Cree, with Scott Clelland moving to tighthead. Matt Donalson reverts to the more familiar role of nine, with Adam MacDonald earning his 1st XV debut - starting at flyhalf. An injury to Jamie Bova means captain Johnny Mccorkindale moves to 12. Harry Lynch returns from injury to partner him in the midfield. Camie Black is at 15.

On the bench Ross Gilmour comes in for Jack Rennie, and will make his 1st XV debut if used.

The game kicks-off at 14.00 and you can follow the action on Twitter @OfficialAyrRFC.

Ayr/Millbrae are also in action tomorrow, they travel to Old Anniesland to face GHK.

The partnership will be formally launched this Saturday when the Ayrshire Bulls take to the field in their all-new charity away strips, showcasing the Whiteleys logo and colours. The charity package includes signed match strips, a table at a pre-match lunch, meet & greet and fundraising opportunities at home matches and events. So far nearly £1500 has been raised for Whiteleys Retreat through the partnership.

(Photo - Euan McCall)

The limited-edition jersey will be available for purchase from both the Ayrshire Bulls and Whiteleys Retreat online shops, with the profits being shared equally between Whiteleys Retreat and the Ayr Community Rugby Trust.

The Ayrshire Bulls are the first Super6 team to play in a charity jersey and form a partnership of this kind.

Maxine Allan, CEO and Trustee of Whiteleys, expressed delight in the partnership with: “We are incredibly blown away with the level of support from Ayr Rugby Club and its affiliated members and supporters.

“To have a bespoke Whiteleys designed away strip for the Ayrshire Bulls is not only amazing but a great honour – the strips will help us raise funds for the charity but also increase the awareness of Whiteleys throughout Scotland - helping us reach those children who truly need this respite.

“The Ayrshire Bulls team visited Whiteleys last week, and it was a privilege to show them around the respite facilities. A lovely group of talented sportsmen, who genuinely care for the community and the families who need help. On top of that, the new strips look awesome – I've got one and love it! Make sure you order yours as they’re limited edition”.

Her enthusiasm was mirrored by Ayr Rugby Chief Operating Officer, Glen Tippett, who stated: “This is a fantastic opportunity for the Ayrshire Bulls to support a local charity and give back to the community. The work Whiteleys Retreat is doing is truly inspiring, so for us to be able to help raise awareness is an honour.

“We look forward to strengthening our relationship with the charity over the next few years”.

Zac Howard is sponsored by Bella Mani.

The Club XV Player of the Month Award is kindly sponsored by Slaters Menswear, with Howard recieveing a £50 voucher for the high street tailor.

McCallum is joined by another Ayr great, with Blair Macpherson being named vice. The pair have enjoyed the guts of a decade together, usually side-by-side in the Ayr backrow.

Speaking of what quality the pair bring, Pete Murchie said: “We have two very strong leaders. Pete has a huge amount of experience and a proven track record of success.

“Blair has stepped into the leadership role more and more and really leads by example on the pitch. They are both respected members of the group and truly deserve to be given their roles”.

“Blair has been by my side every step of the journey and is the ideal guy to move into that leadership role. He is highly respected and a great character around the camp, I always look forward to getting on the field with him.

“It has been a long pre-season so I’m just excited to get on the field now and perform”.

The Bulls first action is this Sunday at Millbrae when they welcome Heriots to Millbrae, the game kicks-off at 14.00.

Zac Howard - The Winger was in electric form over the month of October. A brace of tries against Stirling was backed up with a Man of the Match performance at Cartha, where he also crossed the line.

Ross Mccorkindale - A Club XV debut at Melrose, follwed by his first start a week later... Mccorkindale took no time at all to shine in a pink jersey. The fly-half was a constant threat throughout October and signed off his first start with a try and Man of the Match performance against Stirling.

Gregor Henry - The clubs talismanic leader, Gregor has built up a reputation of putting his head where others wont. The skipper lead by example throughout October, being equally troublsome at both the breakdown and the loose. He bagged two Man of the Match performances in defeat, the first at Melrose and the second in the gruelling Ayrshire Derby.

The Player of the Month Award is sponsored by Slaters Menswear, with the winner recieveing a £50 voucher for the high street tailor.

Speaking after the 100 minutes of action (Divided up into one forty and three twenty minute periods) he said: "You don't get any points from pre-season, so it is about performance. Usually if you put in the performance you get the result but I wasn't particularly looking at the score board.

"I guess a win is always good but today was about looking at skill level, particularly in tough conditions".

A full squad of 30 travelled through to the capital for the runaround, with all focus on impressing before the big day next Sunday - The Bulls' first FOSROC Super6 game.

"This game was really beneficial", insists Pete Murchie: "It gave the boys the opportunity to get out there before next weekend.

"It was a massive improvement from last week's hitout and there was some really pleasing things on display.

"We will take those forward into prep for it all kicking off next weekend and we we will be raring to go".

The Bulls' scores came from Tyler Beary, Tom Lewis and Craig Gossman.

You can catch the Bulls next weekend in the opening round of the FOSROC Super6 when they welcome Heriots to Millbrae on Sunday 10th at 14.00.