Mattmc

Denny Johnstone has joined on loan until the end of the season.

Lot of positives from the Dumbarton game by the sounds of things. Few more players available to the manager this weekend, sounds like Denny Johnston will be with us, Ryan Stevenson coming in and Hamill, Thomson and Robertson all set to return. Fingers crossed can kick on and close the gap on Forfar.

Ian Smith has left Stranraer. Going Junior, not sure where though. Mark Stewart out as well. Left a couple of weeks ago due to work commitments.

I must say I do like the was Faz comes across but unfortunately that’s not transpired on to the park. Hands have been tied with lack of budget as mentioned but the manager has made a few questionable signings, as most managers do but that’s really blighted us given how small a squad we’ve got. Haven’t got a clue how this one will pan out. Not to state the obvious but really need three points though.

From the clubs Facebook; Due to injuries SFC south management was approached for a player for the bench on Friday night South management got back and said Lewis McIntyre was available. Early hours Saturday Ian Smith phoned manager sick. Again South management were approached as Scott Robertson was also touch and go to pass a fitness test. Unfortunately the South team had already left for their pre- arranged day out in Glasgow, so no one else was available. Gary and Alan volunteered if Robbo failed fitness test to take places on the bench as an emergency as both are signed alongside Chris. There was absolutely no recriminations against the South team who were unavailable due to the above stated reasons, they couldnt be in two places at once and it was extremely late notice for everyone. So Chris Aitken now age 38 and retired in 2016 was on our bench on Saturday. Gary McCutcheon age 41, retired 2015 ( still playing some games in the south of Scotland league ) was available for selection. Alan Jenkins, age 38, played a handful of Lowland League games but struggling with injuries also available for selection. Add the twice already retired Ryan Stevenson to our squad and we’ve got a decent over 35’s team.

Another really inspiring signing to add to the list of help the aged we’ve already signed.

We’re good enough going forward but get to the final third and we’ve nothing to offer. Other games we play and it’s just lump the ball from front to back. Silly errors at the back are costing us weekly. Really like the way Faz speaks but don’t think his recruitment has been good enough. We’ve not had a forward since Malcolm or Longworth. Anything other than three points on Saturday and the managers position needs to be questioned.

Not seen a l lot of Stranraer this season but was impressed today. Was a game for the football purists but thought we were very organised, set out with a game plan, few different free kick and corner routines and stuck to the task well. Elliot and Hilton did a power of work, defence stayed strong throughout and was hardly breached but best for me ( can’t believe I’m saying this ) was Jamie Hamill. Played like a real leader. Didn’t think he’d have the legs to play there but rarely caught out today and distribution was far better. Unlucky not to have a goal or two in the first twenty minutes, don’t really recall any periods of sustained pressure from Dunfermline in the first half. A bit more threatening second half but don’t recall anything to clear cut. Free kick off the bar the only real threatening effort. Must have something about us beating, Raith, Dunfermline and a decent Clyde team this season. Hopefully find a bit of consistency and climb up the table when we get back to league business. An extra pint for Queens Park tonight.

We all know football doesn’t work this way but feel we’re due a win. Heart over head crap probably. Results have been a bit more positive of late and injury woes not quite as bad so hopefully put a run together starting today.

John Osborne is one that sticks out for me. Signed from Larkhall. In fairness to the guy he realized himself he wasn't going to cut it and got out of dodge. Probably could take your pick from the Britton, Ferguson, Knox era. A few dodgy signings under Reid too, any of the token foreign players he seemed to like to sign.

Certainly wouldn’t be giving him a settlement. Crap that players have clubs arms twisted when it comes to this. In the normal working world you’d be put under performance review and heaved out the door at you couldn’t perform. Don’t see why it should be any different in paid sport. Especially when everything is so tight money wise. Club owe Gallagher nothing, picked him when was out of football and he left to join another part time club. Came came back ( literally is seems ) when he was again struggling for a club. Wonder if signing Gall was a bit of desperation from the manager. Given his troubles. Funny situation at the same time with Smith. We were told he’d be invited to pre season to prove he was fit then we signed him before pre season training started, all be it on an amateur contract. Don’t envy the manager trying to recruit. Budget and geography really hamper things.

Not that Burgess is at fault for our defeats but I’d have Currie back in goals. He’s been one of best performers the last few season. Won us far more games than he’s lost us. Heard tonight Gal is out for the season. Anyone know that situation with his contact, pay as you play or weekly wage? If he isn’t pay as you play and there’s truth that he’s out for the season we need him off the wage bill ASAP and get someone else in. Unfortunate and harsh on Gall but squad is thin enough without passengers. Seen enough from the team to suggest we’ll be ok but going to be hard fought season once again.

The easily offended will have a field day with the Dumbarton, Layne Dance-floor tweet.

Celtic, Kelty Hearts, Rangers U21 Paying 15/1 Celtic - 1/2 Put up a good fight in first leg and are flying in the league. Big crowd at home should help see them over the line. Kelty - 23/10 Squad of players most league 2 sides would be happy with. Opportunity to prove they’re capable. Rangers 21’s - 12/5 Stranraer with as many as eight first team players missing. Brining in five for the South of Scotland side. Difficult task, Murty seems hungry to do something in this tournament. Despite Stranraer managers comments, getting our first three points on Saturday is more important than this competition.

Correct.

Hope the boy can get a full season. Showed real potential at Stranraer but was unfortunate with injuries.

How has Robbie Murray been playing?

Week 2 - Dunfermline Atheltic

Show us the beads!!!

Can’t see it happening again unfortunately, think it cost the club a lot more than anticipated. Not sure we have the cash to do it again. Think we’ll maybe have one of the Old Firm down at Stair Park pre season. Also a couple of years ago someone was working on a book to release for the anniversary but not heard too much about it. Did hear a rumour of a concert at the ground but didn’t come with much substance.

Joma did this very well last year with our kits.

Hibernian.

Berwick Rangers = Black Engli....

Ayr United = Black b*****ds!

Thanks.