Stillwater Bank International 2016
Scotland retained the Founding Nations Trophy with a commanding performance at Garrnffrwd Fishery in Wales on Wednesday 2nd November. The gold medal winning team is left. Results were as follows
Scotland 43 fish 98 place points 40720 total points
Ireland 35 fish 156 place points 31580 total points
England 27 fish 165 place points 25200 total points
Wales 20 fish 190 place points 18520 total points.
Report and complete Results.
L to R : Kevin Neri, Robert McLay, Neill Wyllie, Tyler Hay, Alec Bowler(Manager), Richard McHattie(Captain) Graeme Lynch and Steve Corsar
Team Scotland would like to thank all team supporters and sponsors, New Haylie Fishery, Reelsport, Flybox, Bloke rods, AB Upholstery, all who attended fund raisers at New Haylie and Kingennie and everyone who donated prizes and gifts.
Scotland 43 fish 98 place points 40720 total points
Ireland 35 fish 156 place points 31580 total points
England 27 fish 165 place points 25200 total points
Wales 20 fish 190 place points 18520 total points.
Report and complete Results.
L to R : Kevin Neri, Robert McLay, Neill Wyllie, Tyler Hay, Alec Bowler(Manager), Richard McHattie(Captain) Graeme Lynch and Steve Corsar
Team Scotland would like to thank all team supporters and sponsors, New Haylie Fishery, Reelsport, Flybox, Bloke rods, AB Upholstery, all who attended fund raisers at New Haylie and Kingennie and everyone who donated prizes and gifts.
SANA Bank Final Results 2015
Allandale Tarn, Polbeth were hosts for the 2015 final. Results are here.
On a blustery cool day small flies, buzzers and dry flies proved to be most successful. In a strong line up Mike Cordiner from Aberdeen emerged as individual Champion. The top 6 anglers and travelling reserve were selected to represent Scotland at the 2015 Bank International at Woodford Fishery, Carrickfergus on 14th October. Mike was fishing 4lb nylon and small black CDCs.
SANA would like to thank our hosts Allandale Tarn who have supported this event from the earliest days and to all the marshals who turned up to assist. 136 fish were caught average 6 per rod. Fish were caught all round the fishery and this was an excellent return for the 22 anglers.
On a blustery cool day small flies, buzzers and dry flies proved to be most successful. In a strong line up Mike Cordiner from Aberdeen emerged as individual Champion. The top 6 anglers and travelling reserve were selected to represent Scotland at the 2015 Bank International at Woodford Fishery, Carrickfergus on 14th October. Mike was fishing 4lb nylon and small black CDCs.
SANA would like to thank our hosts Allandale Tarn who have supported this event from the earliest days and to all the marshals who turned up to assist. 136 fish were caught average 6 per rod. Fish were caught all round the fishery and this was an excellent return for the 22 anglers.
L to R
John Johnstone, John Brown, Mike Cordiner 2015 Champion, Allandale Tarn Owner Margo Allan,
Grant Osler, Kevin Andrews, Alan Hill and Donald Forbes
Scottish National Bank Competition 2015
The 2015 National Bank Competition heats, semi final and Final dates are available here. We are delighted to confirm our hosts for the final this year will be Allandale Tarn, Polbeth, West Lothian. Thanks to all the fisheries who have agreed to give their water over for one of our events. There will be 6 heats.
This year anglers will pay a one off entry fee which will allow them to compete at multiple heats to gain a place at our semi finals. There will be 24 anglers at the final and 24 anglers at each semi final.
The top 6 anglers and 1 named reserve will travel to Ireland in 2015.
All Competitors are responsible for reading the National Rules which can be found here. Any local rules will be announced at briefing at each venue.
To reserve your place at any heat please contact the fishery. Contact details are here.
This year anglers will pay a one off entry fee which will allow them to compete at multiple heats to gain a place at our semi finals. There will be 24 anglers at the final and 24 anglers at each semi final.
The top 6 anglers and 1 named reserve will travel to Ireland in 2015.
All Competitors are responsible for reading the National Rules which can be found here. Any local rules will be announced at briefing at each venue.
To reserve your place at any heat please contact the fishery. Contact details are here.
Bank International Results
5th Bank International held at Chatton Fishery, Northumberland held on Wednesday 29th October 2014.
Ireland held off a strong challenge from England to claim victory in the 5th Bank International. Ireland secured Team Gold. Top Individual and Longest fish, was Ryan Mathews from England.
Teams had been practising since the weekend at the superb Chatton fishery. Using Dunnydeer and Ross Lakes the fishing was very consistent and challenging. 120 fish were caught in total on competition day, rod average 5 fish per rod. Weather had been blustery during practice and the fishing challenging, until competition day and the wind dropped temperatures rose and the teams targeted rising fish. After the morning session Ireland had a narrow lead over England with Scotland and Wales a little distance behind. A consistent team effort saw Ireland maintain their lead to secure the 'Founding Nations Cup' for the first time.
Final results are available here.
Team Ireland Campbell Baird (Captain) Brian Kerr, Harry McAteer ,Joe Quinn, Conor Cunningham, Hubert Smith and Manager Darren Wallace.
1st Ireland 36 fish 111 placing points
2nd England 39 fish 120 placing points
3rd Wales 23 fish 176 placing points
4th Scotland 22 fish 193 placing points
Longest fish Ryan Mathews England 63.0cm
Individual 1st Ryan Mathews England 10 fish 5 placing points
2nd Brian Kerr Ireland 9 fish 6 placing points
3rd Alan Hill Scotland 7 fish 13 placing points
Team Scotland were represented by Stuart McCormick Manager, Alan Hill, Steve Corsar, Grant Osler, Chris McAllister, Ian Skilling, Stephen Cowan and John Brown.
Team Scotland wish to thank Steven Calder from StreamBA Ltd for their generous sponsorship
Ireland held off a strong challenge from England to claim victory in the 5th Bank International. Ireland secured Team Gold. Top Individual and Longest fish, was Ryan Mathews from England.
Teams had been practising since the weekend at the superb Chatton fishery. Using Dunnydeer and Ross Lakes the fishing was very consistent and challenging. 120 fish were caught in total on competition day, rod average 5 fish per rod. Weather had been blustery during practice and the fishing challenging, until competition day and the wind dropped temperatures rose and the teams targeted rising fish. After the morning session Ireland had a narrow lead over England with Scotland and Wales a little distance behind. A consistent team effort saw Ireland maintain their lead to secure the 'Founding Nations Cup' for the first time.
Final results are available here.
Team Ireland Campbell Baird (Captain) Brian Kerr, Harry McAteer ,Joe Quinn, Conor Cunningham, Hubert Smith and Manager Darren Wallace.
1st Ireland 36 fish 111 placing points
2nd England 39 fish 120 placing points
3rd Wales 23 fish 176 placing points
4th Scotland 22 fish 193 placing points
Longest fish Ryan Mathews England 63.0cm
Individual 1st Ryan Mathews England 10 fish 5 placing points
2nd Brian Kerr Ireland 9 fish 6 placing points
3rd Alan Hill Scotland 7 fish 13 placing points
Team Scotland were represented by Stuart McCormick Manager, Alan Hill, Steve Corsar, Grant Osler, Chris McAllister, Ian Skilling, Stephen Cowan and John Brown.
Team Scotland wish to thank Steven Calder from StreamBA Ltd for their generous sponsorship
First 5 Nations Competition proves a great success
The first ever 5 Nations Fly Fishing Competition proved a
great success as part of the Stirling International Angling Festival. The
Competition attracted multiple teams from France, Ireland, England, Scotland
and one team with competitors from both Belgium and Luxembourg. The event was
fished at four venues - the River Carron, the River Devon, Carron Valley
Fishery and the Lake of Menteith.
Team England B took Gold with Team England A taking Silver and Team Scotland A collecting a very creditable bronze. The medal team results can be seen here.
The Individual Gold was won by Robert Brown - England A, with Silver going to Kenny Riddell - Scotland A, and Bronze to Paul Lee - England B. The full individual results can be seen here.
The success of the event was only made possible by the support from local clubs and fisheries who allowed the use of their waters for both competition and practice. Thanks must also go to the large number of volunteer Controllers, Officials and Sector Supervisors, who gave up their time to help make this event such a success. The feedback from the Competitors was full of praise for the venues and the enthusiasm and helpfulness of the volunteers.
The event next year will be held in Ireland
Team England B took Gold with Team England A taking Silver and Team Scotland A collecting a very creditable bronze. The medal team results can be seen here.
The Individual Gold was won by Robert Brown - England A, with Silver going to Kenny Riddell - Scotland A, and Bronze to Paul Lee - England B. The full individual results can be seen here.
The success of the event was only made possible by the support from local clubs and fisheries who allowed the use of their waters for both competition and practice. Thanks must also go to the large number of volunteer Controllers, Officials and Sector Supervisors, who gave up their time to help make this event such a success. The feedback from the Competitors was full of praise for the venues and the enthusiasm and helpfulness of the volunteers.
The event next year will be held in Ireland
Scottish National Bank Final results
Alan Hill from Troon is the 2014 Scottish National Bank Champion. In testing windy conditions in the morning, hail storms in early afternoon easing off to good conditions Alan caught and released 17 fish to earn 27 points to secure the title. 24 anglers competed at New Haylie Fishery, Largs and were treated to some great fishing. With a rod average of 7.8 fish a total of 173 fish were returned. SANA would like to thanks our host George Murray for allowing us to use the fishery, for his generosity in supporting the event and to his wife Senga and Eileen Quinn for their hospitality and catering.
Full results are available here.
Pictured below is Alan with his trophy and the Team selected for the upcoming Bank International in October at Chatton Fishery, Northumberland. The Team selected in order is Alan Hill, Grant Osler, Steve Cowan, Steve Corsar, Iain Skilling, Chris McCallister and Alec Bowler.
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Full results are available here.
Pictured below is Alan with his trophy and the Team selected for the upcoming Bank International in October at Chatton Fishery, Northumberland. The Team selected in order is Alan Hill, Grant Osler, Steve Cowan, Steve Corsar, Iain Skilling, Chris McCallister and Alec Bowler.
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2014 Bank Semi Final Results and Finalists National Championsips 2014
The results of the National Bank Championships Semi Finals 2014 can be found here for Allandale Tarn and here for Kingennie Fishery.
SANA would like to thank both these venues for hosting our semi finals.
The final is on Sunday 24th May at New Haylie Fishery, Largs, the full list of finalists is here. Top 6 anglers and 1 named reserve will form the Scotland Team to compete in the Bank International on 29th Ocotber 2014 at Chatton Fishery, England.
SANA would like to thank both these venues for hosting our semi finals.
The final is on Sunday 24th May at New Haylie Fishery, Largs, the full list of finalists is here. Top 6 anglers and 1 named reserve will form the Scotland Team to compete in the Bank International on 29th Ocotber 2014 at Chatton Fishery, England.
Stillwater Bank International 23rd October 2013 - Lochter Fishery
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Location : Lochter Fishery, Old Meldrum, Aberdeenshire
Report: Scotland held off a strong challenge from England to claim victory in the 4th Bank International. Scotland secured Team Gold, Top Individual and Longest fish, a clean sweep of all the prizes.
Teams had been practising since the weekend at the superb Lochter fishery. Using Heron and Osprey Lakes the fishing was very consistent and challenging. 155 fish were caught in total on competition day, rod average 6.5 fish per rod. Weather had been
good during practice and apart from the last hour it remained similar during competition day. Teams of six representing each nation.
After the morning session Scotland had a narrow lead over England with Wales and Ireland a little distance behind. A consistent team effort saw Scotland maintain their lead to secure the ‘Founding Nations Cup’.
Lochter proved to be excellent hosts with superb facilities complimenting the close competition.
Full results are available here, morning and afternoon sessions and final placings.
Main Results: No Fish Placing score Total Fish Points
1st Scotland 56 100 53,740
2nd England 51 111 48,460
3rd Ireland 24 193 23,180
4th Wales 24 199 21,840
Team Scotland: Kenny Riddell (Captain) Steve Corsar, Stuart Crocket, Alan Gilbert, David Bullen, Andy Dunn , Bobby Quinn(Reserve) and Manager Alec Bowler.
Individual Winner Steve Corsar Scotland – 12 fish - 8 Place Points - 10,920 Fish Points
Steve was 7th after morning and 1st in the afternoon session
Longest Fish: Alan Gilbert Scotland with a fish of 64cms
Scoring: . 2 sessions Morning and afternoon. Placings from each session determine Team and Individual winners. 100 points per fish then 20 points per centimetre. Total catch and release.
Report: Scotland held off a strong challenge from England to claim victory in the 4th Bank International. Scotland secured Team Gold, Top Individual and Longest fish, a clean sweep of all the prizes.
Teams had been practising since the weekend at the superb Lochter fishery. Using Heron and Osprey Lakes the fishing was very consistent and challenging. 155 fish were caught in total on competition day, rod average 6.5 fish per rod. Weather had been
good during practice and apart from the last hour it remained similar during competition day. Teams of six representing each nation.
After the morning session Scotland had a narrow lead over England with Wales and Ireland a little distance behind. A consistent team effort saw Scotland maintain their lead to secure the ‘Founding Nations Cup’.
Lochter proved to be excellent hosts with superb facilities complimenting the close competition.
Full results are available here, morning and afternoon sessions and final placings.
Main Results: No Fish Placing score Total Fish Points
1st Scotland 56 100 53,740
2nd England 51 111 48,460
3rd Ireland 24 193 23,180
4th Wales 24 199 21,840
Team Scotland: Kenny Riddell (Captain) Steve Corsar, Stuart Crocket, Alan Gilbert, David Bullen, Andy Dunn , Bobby Quinn(Reserve) and Manager Alec Bowler.
Individual Winner Steve Corsar Scotland – 12 fish - 8 Place Points - 10,920 Fish Points
Steve was 7th after morning and 1st in the afternoon session
Longest Fish: Alan Gilbert Scotland with a fish of 64cms
Scoring: . 2 sessions Morning and afternoon. Placings from each session determine Team and Individual winners. 100 points per fish then 20 points per centimetre. Total catch and release.
New Scottish National Stillwater Champion
Alan Gilbert, pictured, a Police Officer from Glasgow is the new Scottish Stillwater Champion. On Sunday 23rd June 44 anglers competed at Lochter Fishery, Old Meldrum, Aberdeenshire. Alan caught fish early on and during the inclement weather. Conditions and fishing were difficult with many fish showing but declining everything offered to them a lot of the time. Top positions and Team selection for the Bank International at Lochter in October 2013 were keenly fought and final placings for team selection came down to timing of first fish caught. 105 fish were caught and returned, 2 points awarded for each first fish per peg, then 1 point thereafter.
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