The National Schools Cup begins with a trip to Edinburgh as Helensburgh/Lomond U18s take on Trinity Academy in a challenging first-round tie. School rugby in the capital has a proud tradition, and Trinity Academy have built a reputation for developing talented players and competing strongly on the national stage.

Cup rugby always brings an extra edge, where one performance can define a season. Helensburgh/Lomond will relish the opportunity to test themselves away from home as they look to make their mark in one of Scottish youth rugby’s premier competitions. Supporters can expect a fiercely contested encounter with a place in the next round on the line.