Two local rugby prospects have recently been honoured at national and regionals level.

Anne Young and Tyler Thomas, both 16 and products of Helensburgh Rugby Club's mini section were awarded national age group recognition with Anne also enjoying cup glory.

Tyler recently represented Scotland at U16 level. He was in South Wales over the Easter Holidays playing in a tournament involving national teams from France, Italy and Wales.

Tyler, who plays at number eight, played in all three games.

The former Helensburgh Youth Rugby player is now based at Merchiston Castle School in Edinburgh.

However his season is not over as he's off to Spain for a weeks intense training with U16 squad in June, followed by a summer rugby tour to New Zealand with his school.

Anne, who now plays for Jordanhill/Hillhead Ladies Under 18 side, recently won the U18s Scottish cup final at Murrayfield stadium beating favourites Murrayfield Wanderers.

Anne also has been selected for the West of Scotland Development squad and has attended a number of training seasons over the last year, this is the pathway for further representative honours.

Helensburgh Youth Chairman, Iain Fletcher said: "Everyone associated with the club are absolutely delighted for both Tyler and Anne.

"Their commitment to the sport both on and off the pitch should be commended. Hard work definitely does have its rewards.

"Tyler started playing at seven years old at the club and from an early age you could see that he had the desire and potential to develop into a very skilful player.

"Anne started a little later at nine but coaches soon recognised that she too could become a talented player.

"We wish them all the very best for the future."