Bundesliga Boy

I think only Girvan and Glasgow Uni are licensed from the WoSL.

Good question. Can't say I'm 100% accurate but of the projected 66 clubs, i.e. 63 west juniors plus Bonnyton Thistle, Glasgow Uni, and Drumchapel United, then it's around 20 of 66, approximately 30%. The West juniors are Ardrossan, Ashfield, Benburb, Carluke, Clydebank, Cumnock, Gartcairn, Greenock, Maryhill, Neilston, Petershill, Port Glasgow, Renfrew, Rossvale, Rutherglen, Shotts, Whitletts and Yoker. Not sure if I've missed anyone. Bonnyton Thistle and Glasgow Uni also have floodlights. I can't speak for Drumchapel United, so am happy to be advised from elsewhere. There are other clubs without lights who are pursuing a club license - off top of my head Talbot, Meadow and St Rochs - so presumably lights will be installed at those grounds, and no doubt many others over the not-too-distant future.

Its really quite simple - there are still tickets available. If anyone wants a ticket, they can be had via the website. Always preferable to see the main stand packed full of home fans, but I'm attending the game as a neutral as a Falkirk supporting friend got me a ticket so I'll be going along with them. I've no need to turn up in Clyde gear or route against the home team in any way so I'm looking forward to taking in the game as a neutral as I think its arguably the tie of the round. As its a tv game especially, it'd be nice to see the main stand packed rather than seeing empty seats on the screen. So if there are fans of other teams out there who want to see what looks a decent game on paper at a very reasonable price, I don't see why they shouldn't come along no matter who they support, especially if their own team are either not playing that day (as is case with me) or their team is away from home and the trip is too far for them. Judging by the thread there appears to be a few Hearts fans who are very keen to attend but the away end is sold out. My Falkirk mate has no issue with them getting a ticket for main stand as long as they are not causing bother. They could easily come and simply not wear their club colours to eradicate any potential flashpoints in the stand. Seems a win-win scenario, they (or other neutrals) get to see the game, and Falkirk benefit financially.

Still several hundred tickets available for either sets of fans who want them so all good. I know of a few Hearts fans who registered with Falkirk through their website. It took 3 mins and lots of tickets in Main stand are still available. Obviously preferable if its home fans but Hearts fans can easily get tickets - just don't wear colours or celebrate away goals and there will be no issues - that's my plan!

Pity game was off, hopefully see it later in season. Hope the club do get a permanent home with a 3g pitch. Gives the club a platform on which to build from. And assuming some of the games in hand are won, looks like they'll be right in the mix in the promotion stakes too.

Think I'll take in Bellshill v Port Glasgow game next Sat which looks on paper at least to be a different fixture. Is there any update on Bellshill potentially moving into a new ground at some point? Last I heard they may be looking at a facility at Bellshill Academy -that still the plan?

Ok so regardless of whichever political party you follow, which 3 or 4 powers that are currently held by Westminster do you believe would be better devolved to Scotland and why.

Think you can make an argument that 4 of the very best meet up in the 1st round. Fraserburgh v Bonnyrigg looks an outstanding tie, with the TV game almost certain to be Kelty v Auchinleck, and justifiably so. Personally I can't see anything other than a Kelty win as Nathan Austin alone is leagues above this level and will prove to be the difference. If it's a Fri night clash I look forward to taking it in. But just wanted to look at the draw from a different perspective. Following ties may not have the biggest of fanbases or be the most successful but Dalbeattie v Gala could be a right tasty affair plus the very much unfancied Fort William and Vale of Leithen meet in what could be a cracker at Claggan Park. Sadly my better half is 35 that weekend but I'm thinking a Scottish Cup Fri/Sat double header is totally acceptable as it's not exactly a big birthday, right?

Anyone else thinking this could be the tie of the weekend in the juniors, albeit in a lower league. Haven't been to see VOL in years but think I'll head down there next week as looks like a cracking match-up. Hope the pies are good!

Historically absolutely they have protected members, but there's definitely been a change within past year or two. Be interesting to follow how things develop over next year.

Great to see around 7 or 8 clubs heading towards to a potential club license for next season. Be a shame if it’s slightly offset by a number of others potentially losing theirs - Wigtown, Golspie, Girvan and Vale of Leithen prime candidates I fear.

Is it still in Blantyre? Quite fancy this being a Sunday game, and the floodlight fundraising continues. Somewhat strange in that you could possibly argue that preliminary round 2 has a higher percentage of more difficult ties than the first round proper. (not to be confused with some excellent sides entering at round 1). Either way, hope the Welfare prevail.

Kelty will stroll to the Lowland title, beat the Highland champs, and beat club 42 too. I'm in no doubt whatsoever.

Brilliant lol! Game day peeps!

Hah genuinely tried but 3 of them have turned me down already. Hopefully the 4th will come. Will also pick up a scarf whilst I’m there.

Ok so as a Weegie who used to visit Tynie every other week back in the day, with a huge soft spot for the Welfare, is the friendly match on the 6th pay at the gate?

Have Lochee Harp agreed another season at Downfield do we know, or has there been a fair bit work done on their new ground?

Personally I think the Lowland should remain at 16. I also remember reading a few quotes from Highland teams last season stating that due to postponements etc, they are having to play games in midweek as there’s rarely any free Saturdays. This is having a significant financial impact on them. They favour going to 16 but can’t as things stand as there’s is no mechanism to do so. Sadly that is unlikely to change anytime soon.

I really hope this grows arms and legs and goes the whole way. The SFA are so morally reprehensible, Bonnyrigg are actually turning to Politicians of all people, somewhat ironically, in the hope that they take the moral high ground! Quite right too, Bonnyrigg are to be applauded. Infact, now that Line of Duty has ended for another season and they are at a loss for something to do for the foreseeable future, any chance of AC12 turning up at Hampden - if they can’t detect any corruption within those offices then they don’t deserve a 6th series!

Deserved win for Bonnyrigg though nearly blew it at the death when it seemed easier to score than miss to make it 2-2. Great save though. First time I’ve seen Bonnyrigg this season but thought number 4 Kerr Young was superb at the back.

My bad. Simply meant a lot of hard work was going on behind the scenes such as the fundraisers and that an application had also been submitted. Basic point being that floodlights weren’t exactly just a pipe dream, which is good as the more licensed clubs the better.

Unlikely. I suspect they’ll be awarded a Club License as floodlights are at an advanced stage and subsequently be promoted.

Been to most places in Scotland for a game but excuse my Glasgow background, never even heard of Heaton Stannington. Heard of Paul Heaton, but probably not quite same thing. Maybe this summer for a pre season friendly tournament, will try keep in touch.

Seen both teams this year too and must admit, partially due to them playing in a tougher league, I too gave the edge to EK, but how wrong I was. Will be at Broxburn v Bonnyrigg next week so won’t see return leg but can’t see anything but Cove going through. Never got to my annual trip to see Whitehill this year sadly for first time in years, so will need to double up next year in the EOS top league - some brilliant match ups.

Meant to add, am I right in thinking that both Craig Brown and Ian Maxwell were in attendance too. Pretty positive both walked past at half time. Here’s hoping someone’s had a wee word with Mr M re the East region.