Prince William and Princess Kate met dozens of residents on Scotland’s Isle of Bute, posed for selfies and even played shinty as they celebrated the island’s community spirit and volunteering ethos After watching an under 17s match from the sidelines with many locals on Thursday (17 September), the couple tried playing the sport and quickly learned hand-eye co-ordination was key as they practiced taking penalties. William fluffed his first shot with the ball moving just a few inches before making solid contact to cheers from the spectators. Kate fared little better at the start, swinging and missing but her next shot was cheered as it flew at the goalkeeper and she peppered the goal with more shots, almost hitting press closest to the netting .