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Andrew Henderson


Sports Reporter

Andrew Henderson has been working with Highland News and Media since February 2018, starting out solely as a sports reporter before adding features to his repertoire as well in early 2023. Andrew also curates our LGBTQ+ newsletter, The Queerier, which started in June 2023

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Major road into Inverness closed

22 May 2025
Major road into Inverness closed

Major road into Inverness closed

22 May 2025

A road traffic incident took place, forcing the closure of the dual carriageway westbound.


Caley Thistle youngster steps away from football due to injuries

22 May 2025
Caley Thistle youngster steps away from football due to injuries

Caley Thistle youngster steps away from football due to injuries

22 May 2025

The former Culloden Academy pupil has decided to pursue opportunities outside of football to prioritise his long-term health.


Glenurquhart becomes 14th school of shinty

21 May 2025
Glenurquhart becomes 14th school of shinty

Glenurquhart becomes 14th school of shinty

21 May 2025

The scheme sees the sport integrated into day-to-day life at the school through the curriculum, after-school clubs and competitive fixtures.


Inverness outfit’s intra-club trophy decided by a single point

21 May 2025
Inverness outfit’s intra-club trophy decided by a single point

Inverness outfit’s intra-club trophy decided by a single point

21 May 2025

The annual event has seen the trophy swing back and forth over recent years, and was decided in a dramatic match for 2025.


‘Rare generosity’ transforms Sophie’s Story family home

21 May 2025
‘Rare generosity’ transforms Sophie’s Story family home

‘Rare generosity’ transforms Sophie’s Story family home

21 May 2025

Three businesses have come together to donate time and equipment to ease long-term energy costs for the Mason family.


Lovat reach MacTavish Cup final after seeing off Fort William

20 May 2025
Lovat reach MacTavish Cup final after seeing off Fort William

Lovat reach MacTavish Cup final after seeing off Fort William

20 May 2025

Club captain Martin Mainland says it was a ‘mature’ display from what is a very youthful Lovat side this year to reach the final.


Stoltman reacts to dramatic World’s Strongest Man final: ‘UK Strongman is in a great place’

20 May 2025
Stoltman reacts to dramatic World’s Strongest Man final: ‘UK Strongman is in a great place’

Stoltman reacts to dramatic World’s Strongest Man final: ‘UK Strongman is in a great place’

20 May 2025

It was the closest possible final, with the overall winner being decided by less than a second in the end.


Delay to meeting that would see Caley Thistle exit administration

19 May 2025
Delay to meeting that would see Caley Thistle exit administration

Delay to meeting that would see Caley Thistle exit administration

19 May 2025

A meeting had been planned for this Thursday, but has been rescheduled for next month instead.


Three-time cup winner returns to Nairn County as coach

19 May 2025
Three-time cup winner returns to Nairn County as coach

Three-time cup winner returns to Nairn County as coach

19 May 2025

He lifted the North of Scotland Cup twice and the Highland League Cup once with Nairn, and he is now back at Station Park in a coaching capacity.


Former Nairn loanee backs new manager to be a success

19 May 2025
Former Nairn loanee backs new manager to be a success

Former Nairn loanee backs new manager to be a success

19 May 2025

The pair played together in the middle of the park for the Highland League club last season.


Stoltman runner up in agonisingly close battle for World’s Strongest Man title

18 May 2025
Stoltman runner up in agonisingly close battle for World’s Strongest Man title

Stoltman runner up in agonisingly close battle for World’s Strongest Man title

18 May 2025

The margins quite literally could not have been closer as the Highland heavyweight only just missed out on a fourth title.


Inverness athletes make up half of Scotland squad for UK Invitational

17 May 2025
Inverness athletes make up half of Scotland squad for UK Invitational

Inverness athletes make up half of Scotland squad for UK Invitational

17 May 2025

Last year there were three competitors from the Highland club selected, but this time around that number almost tripled.


Did the Stoltman brothers qualify for the 2025 World’s Strongest Man final?

17 May 2025
Did the Stoltman brothers qualify for the 2025 World’s Strongest Man final?

Did the Stoltman brothers qualify for the 2025 World’s Strongest Man final?

17 May 2025

Tom and Luke were both well-placed after the first day of qualifying, so could they get the job done to progress?


Inverness kickboxer gets call-up to GB squad for European Championships

17 May 2025
Inverness kickboxer gets call-up to GB squad for European Championships

Inverness kickboxer gets call-up to GB squad for European Championships

17 May 2025

It will be his last year in the junior ranks, so the multi-time world champion will be looking to sign off in style before moving up.


Clach winger joins Highland League rivals

16 May 2025
Clach winger joins Highland League rivals

Clach winger joins Highland League rivals

16 May 2025

He spent time on loan there last season, but has now made the full-time switch.


PICTURES: Boxing club return to ice centre for home show

16 May 2025
PICTURES: Boxing club return to ice centre for home show

PICTURES: Boxing club return to ice centre for home show

16 May 2025

There were 17 home athletes stepping into the ring, with some nail-bitingly close bouts on show.


How did the Stoltman brothers fare on day one of World’s Strongest Man 2025 qualifying?

16 May 2025
How did the Stoltman brothers fare on day one of World’s Strongest Man 2025 qualifying?

How did the Stoltman brothers fare on day one of World’s Strongest Man 2025 qualifying?

16 May 2025

The world’s strongest brothers are both bidding to reach the final in California.


Highland Pride joins national call to stop LGBTQ+ identities being used as ‘political pawns’

16 May 2025
Highland Pride joins national call to stop LGBTQ+ identities being used as ‘political pawns’

Highland Pride joins national call to stop LGBTQ+ identities being used as ‘political pawns’

16 May 2025

Ahead of next month’s event, the Highland group have joined with dozens of their counterparts across Scotland to issue a joint-statement.


Caley Thistle confirm 11 players sign new contracts to stay at club

15 May 2025
Caley Thistle confirm 11 players sign new contracts to stay at club

Caley Thistle confirm 11 players sign new contracts to stay at club

15 May 2025

Most of their squad were due to see their contracts expire in a few weeks, and now ICT have issued an update.


Double piece of history for newly formed rugby club

09 May 2025
Double piece of history for newly formed rugby club

Double piece of history for newly formed rugby club

09 May 2025

They were only formally established in October last year, but they are already trailblazers in multiple ways.


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