The Annual Coll Show was held on Friday 7th. August 1992. After weeks of unsettled weather, a wann, sunny day drew out the crowds giving one of the largest attendances in the Show's history. There have been a number of changes on the island over the last 18 months or so and this was reflected in the number of new exhibitors and some contributions which were regretfully absent.
The dry spring and cold, wet summer took it's toll on the Horticulture entries but despite this, the judge, Mr. MacKenzie, felt the standard of produce considering the difficulties was remarkably high. Particular credit must go to Catriona Brodie, who won the Horticulture Cup for the 15th. consecutive year!
All the classes in the Home Produce section were well represented and the entries were up to their usual high standard. Chrissie MacKinnon once again excelled, winning all three cups in the section.
There has been a steady increase in the number and standard of Children's entries in recent years and once again it was heartening to see them entering into the spirit of the Show. They and the adults enjoyed the various sports events, the road race for men and women being particularly well supported.
There were fewer entries than usual in the Sheep Classes but the standard, particularly those in the cross bred section were extremely high. Colin Kennedy dominated most categories and won all the cups. This was well deserved and is a reflection of his hard work and enthusiasm for the Show over the years.
The crowd was well entertained throughout the afternoon, with many side shows run by various Coll committees; the Pet and Dog Handling competition was once again judged by Len Church; and musical entertainment was provided by the Bog Cotton Reel Band and friends.
The Hall was opened for viewing at 4.30 and shortly after 5pm., Angus MacFarlane called upon the retiring convenor Hamish MacRae to present the prizes. A dance with music by Martin Pottinger and Campbell Brown, was held in the evening, rounding off a successful day.
1992 CUP WINNERS,
Horticulture Cup: Catriona Brodie
Christina MacFadyen Rosebowl: Esther MacRae
Oliphant Rose Cup: Handcrafts Cup: Esther MacRae/Chrissie MacKinnon
Challenge & Industrial Cup (most pts.): Chrissie MacKinnon
Challenge Cup (most first places): Chrissie MacKinnon
Scones & Pancakes Cup: Chrissie MacKinnon
Coll Children's Trophy:Alison Kennedy
Children's Sports Trophy: Paul Meryon
Visiting Children's Trophy: Aileen Moore
Fiona Cup (best Black Face Sheep): Colin Kennedy
Same Tankard (best Cross Bred Sheep): Colin Kennedy
Kenneth Cup (most points Black Face): Colin Kennedy
Young's Shears: Colin Kennedy
George Binnie Shield: Neil Kennedy
Best Kept Pet Shield: Mike Taylor
Best Collie Shield:Claire Kennedy
Dog Handling Shield: Rosemary Griffiths
Ladies Road Race Cup: Alison McVey
Men's Road Race Cup: Alex Maclean Bristol
FISHNG COMPETITION.
Boat with best total catch (weight): 47kg. Skipper - R. Sturgeon (STY Cup);
Local - J. MacLean (Individual Cup); Visitor - Irene Gray (Coll Assoc. Cup).
Boat with 2nd. best total catch: 30.1kg. Skipper - RLM Sturgeon (Kittiwake Shield);
Local - Ruth Sturgeon; Visitor - Louise Woods.
Boat with 3rd. best catch: 15.6kg. Skipper - M. MacQuarrie (MacKenzie Cup);
Local - N. Morrison; Visitor - Jeff Casino.
Heaviest fish local: 1st. C. Keniledy - 4lb 50z - (Kennedy Cup); 2nd. J. MacLean - 1lb 6oz; 3rd. equal - J.Fraser/B. MacKintyre - 1lb 3oz.
Heaviest fish visitor: 1st. Caroline Thom - 4lb 8oz - (Radford Trophy); 2nd. Irene Gray - 1lb 4oz; 3rd. equal M. Knight/H. Erskine/J. Casino - 1lb 2oz.
Children under lIvrs.: 1st. Shona Merion - 6oz; 2nd. Ross Carmichael - 4oz; 3rd. Neil Kennedy - 3.5oz.
Adults on Pier: 1st. G. Algar - 11oz; 2nd. P. Rutherford - 9.oz; 3rd. W. Stove - 4oz.
The Prize Giving Dance took place on 24th. July, the Fishing Queen being Tina Anderson.
GOLF: The Coll Open was won by: (men) Alan Garret; (ladies). Cath Stevenson
The Members Cup: (men) Warren Stove; (ladies) Cath. Stevenson.
Campbell Scramble: John English, Andrew Greaves, Margaret Moore,
CRICKET: A team from Loch Buie in Mull came toplay Major Maclean Bristol's team and went away victorious.
SUPERSTARS: A new event on Coll, the competitors took part in such events as, rowing, running, cycling, target shooting, pool, darts and drinking a yard (or so) of ale. The winners were Neil Smith (men) and Sue MacIntyre (ladies).
FUND RAISING:
A sponsored read on behalf of the 'Sir Malcolm Sergent Fund for Cancer in Children' by Julia Payne, Alison Kennedy and Clare Kennedy, raised around £65.
A bunch of pirates invaded the Lord of the Isles one morning and took over the boat on it's journey to Tiree, 'robbing and plundering' passengers to collect £300 bankroll + for ITV's Telethon. The members of Cal Mac's crew entered into the spirit by eventually repelling the boarders at Coll with water hoses.
