Football

Halkirk United will continue to concentrate on themselves and not pay too much attention to the other North Caledonian League title contenders.

Gary Manson hailed the improved resilience of his Academy squad after they picked up a well-earned point in the midweek derby at Harmsworth Park.

Ally MacDonald admitted the title now looks to be beyond the reach of Brora after they had to settle for a share of the points with 10-man Academy.

Wick Academy will face three away trips in an eight-day spell from March 9-16 as they play catch-up on their Highland League fixtures.

Caithness United under-16s had a narrow win against Clachnacuddin in Thurso, while the under-14s were convincing winners away to Balloan City.

Halkirk United's on-loan Ross County duo have made an immediate impact by scoring three goals between them in back-to-back wins for the Anglers.

Wick Academy will be targeting a first Highland League victory over Brora in more than 11 years when the old rivals go head-to-head on Wednesday.

Wick Academy will be determined to make life as difficult as possible for Highland League champions Brechin City when the teams meet at Glebe Park.

There was a recurring theme to the messages Scott Davidson received after Thurso's 1-0 victory over Inverness Athletic – that it was "long overdue".

The Anglers moved up to fourth after an early double by James Mackintosh and a debut goal from Kieran MacGregor helped them to a 3-1 win at Alness.

Halkirk United will go up to fourth in the North Caledonian League if they can take maximum points from their trip to Alness United on Wednesday.

Wick Academy's 3-0 victory over Lossie underlined how strong their home form has been in the Highland League this season, according to Gary Manson.

Gary Manson admits Wick Academy didn't do themselves justice at Lossiemouth earlier this season, so they'll be determined to make amends on Saturday.

The Vikings' hopes of a run in the North Caledonian Cup came to nothing after they had two men sent off in the first half against Clachnacuddin "A".

Organisers of a kids' coaching weekend in Thurso said it was a "huge honour" to have three former Aberdeen stars taking part.

Coach Alan Kennedy admitted his blood pressure "hit new heights" after Caithness United U16s fought back from conceding three tap-ins at Dingwall.

Gary Manson is convinced that new recruit Matthew Robertson will be a "valuable asset" for Wick Academy following his departure from Ross County.

Thurso and Halkirk United will meet in a midweek derby next month as part of a busy run-in to the end of the North Caledonian League season.

Wick Academy will be targeting back-to-back wins in the Highland League for the first time this season when they take on Forres at Mosset Park.

Halkirk United have a semi-final to look forward to later in the season after edging out Inverness Athletic in Saturday's North Caledonian Cup clash.