Wigtownshire U13s, joined by teammates from Newton Stewart, kicked off their season with an unforgettable comeback victory away to Annan — a team known for their physicality and direct style of play.

The match started tough. Annan used their size advantage to dominate the opening exchanges, driving through tackles and quickly building a 26–7 lead within the first 20 minutes. Wigtownshire found themselves on the back foot early, struggling to match the power of the home side.

But what followed was a remarkable response. Tightening up their defence and showing real aggression in the tackle, Wigtownshire turned the momentum. They began to move the ball with confidence, used their pace out wide, and clawed their way back into the contest — narrowing the score to 31–26.

From that point, the game was there for the taking. With better fitness, more speed, and strength in squad numbers, Wigtownshire began to wear Annan down. A flurry of well-constructed tries followed, and by the final whistle, they had completed an incredible turnaround to win 48–31.

Final Score: Wigtownshire 48 – 31 Annan

It was a game that showed the squad’s skill, determination, and team spirit — a brilliant way to start the season.

Next week brings an even bigger test as the team travels to Dumfries. There’s still plenty of work to do before then, but this result shows the potential is there. The coaches and supporters couldn’t be prouder.