COVE RANGERS FC MATCH PROGRAMME 2017/18. COVE RANGERS v FALKIRK Saturday 10th February Kick off 3pm ISSUE 9-2. Main Sponsor

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1 2018 COVE RANGERS FC MATCH PROGRAMME 2017/18 ISSUE 9-2 Main Sponsor COVE RANGERS v FALKIRK Saturday 10th February Kick off 3pm Design by / Print Partner Print by Design

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3 SECRETARY S REPORT Today it gives me great pleasure to welcome the Players, Management, Directors and Supporters of Falkirk Football Club to Harlaw Park, Inverurie. This is another milestone for our Club as we have never reached the 5th Round of the William Hill Scottish Cup before. We stand only 90 minutes away from the last 8 in the Cup but we know that we will face a formidable challenge today as the Bairns are a full-time Championship side who actually reached the Final three years ago. However we have been playing well recently and the lads will go into the game with no fear whatsoever and as they say what will be will be. John should have a near full Squad to pick from today as no fresh injuries were picked up in our two victories last week against local rivals, Formartine United. The first of these victories saw us win our belated 4th round tie at Pitmedden whilst the second saw us win 3-2 last Saturday at Inverurie to confirm our place at the top of the League. Paul Hartley watched our match at Pitmedden last week and knows that his side face a torrid afternoon but he will have them well prepared for the challenge. The draw for the 6th Round of the Competition takes place after the Aberdeen match tomorrow afternoon and I must say that it would be really nice to figure in it. On Tuesday or Wednesday night we return to league duty when we face Clachnacuddin at Harlaw Park, Inverurie before travelling to Kynoch Park on the Saturday to face Keith. Tuesday 20th February sees us do battle with another local rival, Banks o Dee, in the final of the Morrison Motors (Turriff) Aberdeenshire Shield at Harlaw Park, Inverurie. The evening kick-off time is 8 p.m. Finally, I would like to give a huge thanks to everyone from Inverurie Loco Works FC who have worked extremely hard to prepare Harlaw Park for today s match. It s much appreciated. Enjoy today s match Duncan Little Club Secretary

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5 FIXTURES / TABLE Saturday 10th February Kick off 3pm William Hill Scottish Cup Aberdeen V Dundee United Ayr United V Rangers Celtic V Partick Thistle Cove Rangers V Falkirk Dundee V Motherwell Greenock Morton V Dumbarton Heart of Midlothian V St Johnstone Kilmarnock V Brora Rangers SCOTTISH HIGHLAND FOOTBALL LEAGUE SEASON 2017/18 CLUB P W D L GF GA GD PT Cove Rangers Fraserburgh Inverurie Loco Works Formartine United Buckie Thistle Forres Mechanics Brora Rangers Huntly Rothes Deveronvale Nairn County Clachnacuddin Wick Academy Turriff United Lossiemouth Keith Strathspey Thistle Fort William COVE RANGERS UPCOMING FIXTURES: Press & Journal Scottish Highland Football League Wednesday 14th February Cove Rangers V Clachnacuddin Press & Journal Scottish Highland Football League Saturday 17th February Keith V Cove Rangers

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7 2018 COVE RANGERS FC CORPORATE HOSPITALITY & ADVERTISING Season The executive hospitality packages are designed to provide guests with an excellent match day experience, following our team within the Scottish Highland Football League. This year we will be ground sharing with Inverurie Locos for all hospitality needs. Sat 20 Jan Wed 14 Feb Sat 3 Mar Fixtures List Nairn County (TO BE RESCHEDULED) Clachnacuddin Rothes Hospitality Package Complimentary Bar Three Course Meal with Wine tea/coffee Half Time Savouries, Tea, Coffee Final Whistle Complimentary Bar til 5.30pm 75 plus VAT per person To reserve your place contact: Lynne Smith: lynne.smith@centralaberdeen.co.uk or Clare Peters: cpeters@coverangersfc.com or COVE RANGERS SUPPORTERS CLUB Ian McIntosh on or ian.mcintosh59@gmail.com

8 JOHN S VIEWS Welcome to Harlaw Park for one of the biggest games in our history where we welcome Falkirk for a last 16 tie in the Scottish cup. The lads have done really well to reach this stage with three very tough away games against Nairn, Airdrie and Formartine so far which have been really tight affairs. Today s opponents are one of the form teams in the championship over the last two months with new manager Paul Hartley adding lots of new players in January so our task is a massive one today but we go into the game full of confidence after three great victories in the three different competitions over the last week. These games bring out the best in our players and they have shown that they can lift their game for the big occasion and this represents an opportunity to challenge and test themselves against full time opposition three leagues above the Scottish Highland Football League. Since we left Allan Park three seasons ago, you have followed us all over country to play our home games and with our new ground progressing well the end is in sight but we know you will get behind the boys today to drive them on to deliver another massive performance. This is an opportunity for everyone at Cove to showcase the club and the Highland League against a team which got to the final of the Scottish Cup in recent years so it s a huge task but it is one we are all relishing. John Enjoy the game today. PLAY THE COVE RANGERS FC LOTTO Sign up for your chance to win this week s jackpot! For more information please visit or cpeters@coverangersfc.com LUCKY DRAW WINNER The winning number in the lucky draw at the Formartine United game on 03/02/18 was The winner was Alan Burnett.

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11 VIEW FROM THE BOARDROOM Today we welcome all directors, committee, players and supporters from Falkirk FC to Inverurie for our scheduled home tie in the William Hill Scottish Cup. What an achievement for the club to reach the last 16 and we certainly hope to give a good account of ourselves and the Scottish Highland Football League today. Our Scottish Cup journey this season began back in October last year where we faced Nairn County away at Station Park. We managed to win that game 2-1 courtesy of goals from Jamie Masson and Mitch Megginson. As a result of winning that tie, our next trip was away to Airdrie and the Excelsior Stadium. Having been behind in the game 2-1 until reasonably late in the day, a couple of goals from two defenders, Scott Ross and Harry Milne was enough for us to secure a victory by the odd goal in five. What a result for the club to knock out Scottish League 1 opposition at their own ground. The journey back up the road was one of the most enjoyable in the clubs history. In the next round, we got drawn against our near neighbours Formartine United. Whenever there s a cup draw and both teams are in the hat, it seems inevitable we both come out together. This tie was played midweek under the floodlights at North Lodge Park and again, we managed to win the game 2-0 courtesy of goals from Mitch Megginson and Ryan Stott. Facing Falkirk today is our just reward for the efforts in the Scottish Cup this season. We are under no illusions as to how difficult a test today will be. Falkirk will be given every respect as they obviously play in the Championship. We will need to play at our very best today and hope that Falkirk have a bit of an off day in order to get a result but it s the cup and fairy tales do happen! Last Saturday we were in action against Formartine United at Inverurie for our schedule home league match. After falling behind in 13 minutes to an Andrew Greig goal, we hit back superbly through goals from Mitch Megginson (2) and Ryan Strachan (1) to take a 3-1 lead. Formartine hit a consolation goal in injury time and the game finished 3-2. It was another hard-working display from the boys and the league run has been phenomenal. With thirteen league games still to play, there s a lot of points still to be determined. Onto today s opposition and Falkirk are currently sitting eighth in the Championship table. Up until last Saturday where they experienced a 3-1 defeat to Livingston, they had won three on the bounce against Morton (1-0), Livingston (1-0) and Inverness Caley Thistle (3-1). Their midweek game against Brechin City at home ended in a 3-1 victory so we know today is going to be a real challenge. With Paul Hartley as manager, they have an ex-international player who certainly has gained good management experience at Alloa Athletic and Dundee before joining up at Falkirk. Paul Hartley was appointed at Falkirk on the 4th October 2017 replacing Peter Houston. Obviously today is an extra special day for the club and the work that has gone on in preparation for this game has been significant. We d like to thank all our committee and volunteers for helping with all the preparations. Hopefully the hard work everyone has put in will pay off with a seamless match day operation. Again, we d like to thank Inverurie Locos for the use of Harlaw Park. They have been absolutely fantastic as a club supporting our ground sharing requirements. I m sure the boys will be itching to get going today and whoever takes the park will be out to make a real impression. Discipline will be key today and we need to keep the game tight early on and hopefully make an impact as things progress. Again, it s a relatively no pressure game as usually the club are odds on favourites for most of the fixtures we play today though we are definitely the underdog and that is a rare experience for us. Enjoy today s game. CRFC Board of Directors

12 PLAYER SPONSORSHIP Stuart McKenzie - Goalkeeper. Age 29, born Aberdeen. Signed for Cove in May 2015 after spending two years at Montrose. As everyone knows from both his spells with the Club he commands his box well and is a great shot stopper. John McCafferty - Goalkeeper. Age 32, born Dundee. Signed in July 2015 having previously played with Montrose alongside Stuart Mckenzie. He continues to put pressure on Stuart for the No. 1 spot and keep him on his toes. Also acts as our Goalkeeping Coach. Grant Campbell - Defender. Age 27, born Wick. Signed for Cove in December 2015 from Wick Academy. A top-class defender who can also play in midfield. Has a tremendous commitment to the game as was proved when he travelled weekly from his home in Cove to turn out for the Scorries. Sponsored by: Aberdeen Audi Dean Lawrie - Defender. Age 28, born Aberdeen. Formerly with Cove Boys Club, Dean has performed consistently well over the past nine Seasons after his promotion from the Under 19 side. He is comfortable playing in any left sided position and is an important member of the side. Darryn Kelly - Defender. Age 29, born Greenock. Signed from Culter JFC in July 2014 where he won every local Junior honour. Has established himself in the heart of the Cove defence and hopefully will remain there for many years to come. Voted Players Player of the year last Season. Eric Watson - Defender. Age 35, born Dundee. Signed in July 2007 from Tayport Juniors having previously played with Montrose Roselea. A strong player with terrific pace and good distribution of the ball. Has a tremendous goal scoring rate for a defender. He drives the team forward at every opportunity. Sponsored by: George Stewart Alan Redford - Defender. Age 37, born Aberdeen. Signed for Cove in July 2010 having previously played with Huntly. A versatile player who can perform highly in any defensive role. Looking to continue his good form of last Season into this one. Harry Milne - Defender. Age 20, born Aberdeen. Signed for the Club in September 2014 and was loaned out to Culter Juniors in his first Season. Has now established himself in the side and will be looking to push on this Season. Sponsored by: Red Evolution Scott Ross - Defender. Age 26, born Aberdeen. Signed for the Club in September 2017 from Peterhead FC. A strong tackling player with a good turn of pace who has slotted straight into the side and looks like staying there for many years to come. Daniel Park - Midfield/Forward. Age 27, born Aberdeen. Signed in June 2014 from Formartine United. Now in his second spell with the Club, Daniel has just signed a new three year contract and is looking to gain a permanent place in the side. Has terrific pace and is a dead ball specialist. The opportunity is available to sponsor a first team pool player and members of the management team for the entire playing season. Cost: VAT per season.

13 PLAYER SPONSORSHIP Sam Burnett - Midfielder. Age 20, born Aberdeen. Signed in September 2014 having previously been with Arbroath. Was a regular in our Aberdeenshire League winning side in Season 2014/15 but has now established himself at First Team level. Jamie Masson - Midfield. Age 24, born Aberdeen. Signed in July 2017 having previously played with Formartine United. Has proved to be one of the SHFL s top players over the past few Seasons and we all look forward to this continuing as we try to regain the Title. Sponsored by: Aberdeen Audi Ryan Strachan - Midfield. Age 27, born Aberdeen. Signed in June 2017 having previously played with Peterhead FC. A versatile player who can also play in defence. His experience will prove invaluable to the side and he will be a huge influence on those around him. Sam Robertson - Midfield. Age 20, born Aberdeen. Signed in July 2017 having previously been fulltime with Inverness Caledonian Thistle. Prefers to play on the right side. Has a great turn of pace and delivers a superb cross. Ryan Stott - Striker, Age 28, born Aberdeen. Signed for a 2nd spell with the Club in June Has a great turn of pace and can unleash a great strike on goal with his left foot. Jonny Smith - Striker, Age 28, born Wigan. Signed for Cove in December 2013 from Keith FC. Previously played for Peterhead in Scottish League after moving north. A prolific goalscorer who fitted into our style of play quickly and it is hoped he will continue to find the net on a regular basis now his injuries of last Season have cleared up. Mitchel Megginson - Striker. Age 25, born Aberdeen. Signed for Cove in June His SPFL experience with Aberdeen, Dumbarton, Raith Rovers and Alloa Athletic proved invaluable to the side and he finished our top Goalscorer last Season. More of the same will do nicely this Season Paul McManus -Striker. Age 34, born Kirkcaldy. Signed for Cove earlier this year having previously played for a host of SPFL Clubs. He holds the ball up well and is a proven goalscorer who will be invaluable to us this Season. Sponsored by: Uac Studios Connor Scully - Striker. Age 24, born Aberdeen. Signed for Cove in June 2012 from Dee Boys Club. Had loan spells with Dyce Junior and Banchory St. Ternan but was recalled four Seasons ago and quickly established himself in the 1st team Squad. Now looking to push on and gain a permanent starting place. Nicky Gray - Striker. Age 25, born Aberdeen. Signed for the Club in March 2017 from Turriff United. Previously with Banks O Dee. Will add extra firepower up front as the Club attempts to regain the Title. The opportunity is available to sponsor a first team pool player and members of the management team for the entire playing season. Cost: VAT per season.

14 FIXTURES & TEAMLINES DATE OPPOSITION GAME H/A F A GROUND Huntly SHFL H 5 0 ILWFC S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson 1 D.Kelly D.Park Strathspey Thistle SHFL A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson 1 D.Kelly D.Park Fort William SHFL H 8 0 ILWFC S.McKenzie G.Campbell 1 H.Milne R.Strachan 1 E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Inverurie Locos SHFL A S.McKenzie G.Campbell H.Milne R.Strachan A.Redford D.Kelly D.Park Stenhousemuir IBC A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Fraserburgh SHFL H 1 1 ILWFC S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Huntly AC A S.McKenzie R.Strachan D.Lawrie S.Burnett E.Watson D.Kelly S.Robertson Forres Mechanics SHFL A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Deveronvale SHFL H 4 1 ILWFC S.McKenzie S.Burnett 3 H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly S.Robertson Hamilton U20 IBC A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Keith AC A J.McCafferty S.Burnett H.Milne G.Campbell S.Ross D.Kelly S.Robertson Clachnacuddin SHFL A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan 1 E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Turriff United SHFL H 5 1 ILWFC S.McKenzie S.Burnett H.Milne 2 S.Ross E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Nairn County SHFL A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne 1 R.Strachan 1 E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Wick Academy SHFL H - - ILWFC MATCH POSPTONED DUE TO WICK ACADEMY S INVOLVEMENT IN WILLIAM HILL SCOTTISH CUP REPLAY Formartine United SHFL A S.McKenzie S.Burnett 1 H.Milne 1 S.Ross E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Deveronvale AC A S.McKenzie A.Redford 1 H.Milne 1 R.Strachan S.Ross D.Kelly C.Scully Crusaders IBC H 0 3 Forfar S.McKenzie S.Ross H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Nairn County SC A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Buckie Thistle SHFL H 7 1 ILWFC S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne 1 S.Ross E.Watson D.Kelly C.Scully Keith SHFL H 6 2 ILWFC S.McKenzie S.Burnett H.Milne 1 S.Ross E.Watson D.Kelly S.Robertson Rothes SHFL A 1 1 S.McKenzie S.Ross A.Redford R.Strachan 1 E.Watson D.Kelly C.Scully Lossiemouth SHFL H 2 0 ILWFC S.McKenzie S.Ross H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly D.Park Brora Rangers SHFL H MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO INVOLVEMENT IN ABERDEENSHIRE CUP FINAL Formartine United AC PETERHEAD S.McKenzie S.Ross H.Milne R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly S.Burnett Huntly SHFL A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne 1 G.Campbell E.Watson S.Ross D.Park Airdrie SC A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne 2 R.Strachan E.Watson S.Ross 1 S.Burnett Fort William SHFL A MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO WATERLOGGED PITCH Strathspey Thistle SHFL H - - ILWFC MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Inverurie Locos SHFL H 4 0 ILWFC S.McKenzie A.Redford D.Lawrie S.Ross E.Watson H.Milne R.Stott Fraserburgh SHFL A MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO WATERLOGGED PITCH Forres Mechanics SHFL H - - ILWFC MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO FROSTBOUND PITCH Formartine United AS A S.McKenzie A.Redford H.Milne R.Strachan S.Ross D.Kelly C.Scully Deveronvale SHFL A S.McKenzie S.Burnett H.Milne R.Strachan 1 E.Watson S,Ross J.Masson Buckie Thistle SHFL A S.McKenzie A.Redford S.Ross R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly J.Masson Turriff United SHFL A S.McKenzie G.Campbell A.Redford S.Ross E.Watson D.Kelly C.Scully Nairn County SHFL H MATCH POSTPONED DUE TO INVOLVEMENT IN WILLIAM HILL SCOTTISH CUP Turriff United AS A S.McKenzie A.Redford D.Lawrie R.Strachan S.Ross D.Kelly S.Robertson Wick Academy SHFL A POSTPONED DUE TO WICK ACADEMY PLAYING IN BREEDON HIGHLAND LEAGUE CUP Formartine United SC A S.McKenzie S.Ross A.Redford R.Strachan E.Watson D.Kelly J.Masson Formartine United SHFL H 3 2 ILWFC S.McKenzie S.Ross H.Milne R.Strachan 1 E.Watson D.Kelly S.Robertson Falkirk SC H - - ILWFC Clachnacuddin SHFL H - - ILWFC Keith SHFL A Banks O Dee AS ILWFC Rothes HLC H - - TBC Rothes SHFL H SHFL League Cup Semi Finals Lossiemouth SHFL A SHFL League Cup Final Brora Rangers SHFL A APPEARANCES & GOAL SCORERS GK GK DF DF DF DF DF DF DF/MF DF/MF MF Player: S.McKenzie J.McCafferty A.Redford D.Lawrie E.Watson D.Kelly H.Milne S.Ross G.Campbell R.Strachan S.Burnett Apps: Goals:

15 APPEARANCES & SCORERS SUB SUB SUB SUB SUB SUB SUB G.Campbell P.McManus 1 J.Smith 3 C.Scully S.Burnett 7 N.Gray 9 R.Stott 11 M.McDonald D.Lawrie S.Robertson J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 2 C.Scully R.Stott 1 D.Lawrie 5 S.Burnett M.McDonald S.Robertson 10 J.Masson J.McCafferty S.Burnett 1 M.Megginson 3 J.Masson 1 R.Stott C.Scully 11 A.Redford D.Lawrie 5 P.McManus S.Robertson 6 M.McDonald J.McCafferty S.Burnett M.Megginson C.Scully 1 R.Stott J.Masson 10 N.Gray D.Lawrie 8 S.Robertson M.McDonald 9 - J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 P.McManus J.Masson R.Stott 10 C.Scully S.Burnett 8 D.Lawrie 7 N.Gray M.McDonald J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 J.Masson R.Stott C.Scully P.McManus 7 D.Lawrie 11 N.Gray S,Burnett 10 S.Robertson J.McCafferty C.Scully P.McManus 1 J.Masson N.Gray 2 M.Megginson 11 D.Park 9 H.Milne A.Redford G.Campbell H.McLeod 7 J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 C.Scully J.Masson 1 P.McManus 7 S.Burnett 8 N.Gray D.Lawrie S.Robertson 11 H.McLeod J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 P.McManus C.Scully J.Masson 11 D.Park 7 N.Gray 10 A.Redford H.McLeod - J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 2 P.McManus J.Masson 1 C.Scully 9 N.Gray 7 S.Robertson S.Burnett J.McCafferty J.Masson 1 M.Megginson N.Gray 1 C.Scully D.Park 1 10 R.Strachan 3 A.Redford E.Watson H.McLeod 7 - S.McKenzie G.Campbell M.Megginson 2 P.McManus J.Masson 1 C.Scully 10 S.Burnett 3 N.Gray S.Robertson H.McLeod 9 D.Lawrie J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson R.Strachan J.Masson 2 C.Scully 9 D.Lawrie 5 S.Robertson 7 N.Gray H.McLeod A.Redford J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 3 J.Masson S.Burnett S.Ross 6 C.Scully 1 10 S.Robertson P.McManus 2 D.Lawrie H.McLeod J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 R.Strachan J.Masson C.Scully 9 A.Redford 4 P.McManus 7 R.Stott S.Robertson D.Lawrie J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 S.Burnett J.Masson D.Park E.Watson R.Stott 4 D.Lawrie 6 S.Robertson N.Gray 9 J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson S.Burnett J.Masson C.Scully 4 A.Redford 7 P.McManus R.Stott 11 D.Lawrie N.Gray 9 J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 C.Scully J.Masson 1 P.McManus 11 S.Burnett 7 S.Robertson S.Ross R.Stott 10 J.Smith J.McCafferty R.Strachan M.Megginson 3 J.Masson 1 S.Burnett J.Smith 10 P.McManus 2 9 S.Robertson R.Stott 11 H.McLeod - J.McCafferty R.Strachan 1 M.Megginson 2 J.Masson 1 R.Stott 1 C.Scully 10 P.McManus 9 A.Redford D.Lawrie J.McCafferty H.Milne M.Megginson J.Masson S.Burnett D.Lawrie R.Stott 11 N.Gray 3 J.Smith S.Robertson 7 - J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 S.Burnett J.Masson 1 P.McManus 10 C.Scully 7 S.Robertson J.Smith R.Stott 11 N.Gray J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson J.Masson C.Scully D.Park 7 A.Redford P.McManus 11 J.Smith R.Stott 6 N.Gray J.McCafferty R.Strachan M.Megginson 1 J.Smith C.Scully J.Masson 1 10 D.Kelly 5 P.McManus N.Gray S.Burnett 11 D.Lawrie J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson J.Masson C.Scully P.McManus J.Smith 7 R.Stott 11 N.Gray S.Robertson D.Lawrie J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 2 R.Strachan J.Masson C.Scully 6 J.Smith 9 P.McManus 11 S.Burnett N.Gray S.Robertson J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 R.Stott 1 D.Lawrie N.Gray 7 P.McManus 1 2 S.Burnett J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson R.Stott 1 D.Lawrie D.Kelly A.Redford 2 C.Scully 9 P.McManus 11 J.Smith N.Gray J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 C.Scully R.Stott D.Lawrie P.McManus 7 H.McLeod J.McCafferty R.Strachan 1 M.Megginson 1 J.Masson 1 R.Stott H.Milne 10 P.McManus 1 9 D.Lawrie N.Gray 7 J.Smith - J.McCafferty H.Milne 1 N.Gray P.McManus 1 R.Stott C.Scully 7 M.Megginson 2 9 J.Masson 10 D.Park - - J.McCafferty G.Campbell M.Megginson 1 H.Milne R.Stott 1 C.Scully 11 P.McManus 7 D.Lawrie S.Robertson N.Gray 9 D.Park J.Smith G.Campbell M.Megginson 2 P.McManus R.Stott J.Masson A.Redford C.Scully 10 J.Smith 7 N.Gray D.Park 9 J.McCafferty *Name - = Goal Scorer Name - = Sub = Booked = Sent off MF MF/FW MF/FW MF/FW MF/FW MF/FW FW FW FW FW S.Robertson H.McLeod D.Park C.Scully R.Stott J.Masson J.Smith M.Megginson P.McManus N.Gray

16 FALKIRK PLAYERS ROBBIE THOMSON Robbie was last on the books of Hamilton Accies who released the stopper to allow him to sign up with the Bairns. Robbie took hold of a starting slot towards the end of Season 2016/17 and has continued to hold his place for the majority of matches this season. DAVID MITCHELL David Mitchell joined the club on a two year deal upon expiry of his contract with Dundee FC on 1st June After acting as Scotland Internationalist, Scott Bain s deputy in the City of Discovery, David signed at The Falkirk Stadium to to compete with Robbie Thomson for the number one jersey. Unfortunately, David picked up a serious knee injury during an Irn-Bru Cup tie against Dunfermline Athletic in October, but continues to make good progress in his recovery. ROBBIE MUTCH 18-year old goalkeeper signed for the Bairns from Aberdeen in July Robbie came right through the youth set up at Aberdeen having joined the Dons at just eight years of age. He is the club s first choice Development Goalkeeper, but has started in first team matches this season over the festive period. ANDREW NELSON Andrew Nelson was one of eight January signings made by manager Paul Hartley as he joined on loan until the end of the season from Sunderland AFC. The 20-year-old striker is a Sunderland Academy Graduate and has impressed in recent years for the both the Black Cat s Under 18 and Under 23 sides. Andrew scored his first goal for the club in last month s 3-1 victory over Inverness CT. TOMMY ROBSON Tommy Robson was Paul Hartley s first signing of the January Transfer Window and signed on a six month deal from Sunderland AFC. The defender has experience playing in the English Premier League and made his debut for the Black Cats in a 2-2 draw away to Watford FC at Vicarage Road in May ALEX JAKUBIAK A graduate of the Watford FC Academy, Alex signed his first professional contract with the Hornets in May Last season saw Alex spend further time on loan with Fleetwood Town and Wycombe Wanderers. The 21-year old has signed at The Falkirk Stadium on loan until the end of the season in search of regular first team football and notched his first goal for the club against Livingston last weekend. LOUIS LONGRIDGE After originally signing a three-month emergency loan from Hamilton Accies, Louis made his switch to the Falkirk Stadium a permanent one during the January Transfer Window. The forward made a total of 163 appearances for Accies, scoring 19 times. Louis has proved a hit since arriving at The Falkirk Stadium, scoring four goals in 14 appearances so far for the club. LEWIS KIDD Lewis Kidd joined the Bairns on 15th June 2016 from Queen of the South. The 23-year old has enjoyed a new lease of life under Falkirk boss, Paul Hartley who moved him to a more advanced midfield position. AARON MUIRHEAD Aaron Muirhead was a product of the Ayr United youth academy, before signing for Third Division club Annan Athletic in November 2008 and going on to play in 127 matches, scoring 15 goals. The defender is signed up until June 2018 at The Falkirk Stadium and was recently made captain by Paul Hartley following the departure of Mark Kerr. PETER GRANT Peter now enters his fourth season with the Bairns having been Gary Holt s final signing for the club before his departure to Norwich. The defender started off as part of the club s Development League squad, but quickly moved up and became a regular starter for the first team. Peter has now played over 100 games for the club. PAUL WATSON Paul Watson joined Falkirk in the summer of 2015 after deciding to opt against signing a new contract with Raith Rovers. Paul has been an important fixture in defence over the past two years and whilst he hasn t had as much game time as he may have liked this season, he started in Tuesday evening s 3-1 victory over Brechin City. JOE MCKEE Joe McKee joined the Bairns on a six month deal in January 2017, before signing a two year contract extension only a matter of months later after impressing. Falkirk fans will have known Joe from his three year spell with Greenock Morton from TOM TAIWO Tom is now in his fourth season with the Bairns having been brought in by Peter Houston from Hibs as one of the former Falkirk boss first signings. Taiwo is a livewire in the heart of Falkirk s midfield. Tough tackling and no nonsense he has impressed many, while being an extremely popular character around the club. CRAIG SIBBALD The 22-year old former Falkirk Academy midfielder has a style and panache which belies his years. Craig has been capped for Scotland at Under-16 and Under-17 levels. Craig has played over 250 games for the club and could well be close to the 300 mark by the end of this season. The midfielder is a creative spark for the Bairns and has shown some terrific form in recent months.

17 FALKIRK PLAYERS ALEX HARRIS Alex Harris joined Falkirk on 19th June Former Falkirk boss, Peter Houston had been keen to recruit the wideman, who has been capped at Under 19 level for Scotland, to add further attacking threat to his midfield. Alex has made 23 appearances so far for the club. CIERAN DUNNE Cieran Dunne signed his first professional contract with the club in June 2017 after graduating from Forth Valley Football Academy. Cieran has featured predominantly for the Development Squad this season, but was given a run in the first team by Paul Hartley after a series of impressive displays. KEVIN O HARA Kevin O Hara is now in his third full season as a professional footballer at Falkirk. An impressive first season saw the striker start first team football against teams such as Hibs and Rangers, whilst also finishing top of club s development goalscoring charts with 14 goals. Kevin is a regular in the first team squad and has made a positive impact from the bench in recent matches. RORY LOY Rory Loy returned to The Falkirk Stadium for his second spell in July The forward, who notched 35 goals in 75 appearances previously, was a prime transfer target and signed after leaving Dundee FC. Having returned on a two-year deal, Rory scored his first goal of the season in Falkirk s recent 3-1 victory over Brechin City. RYAN BLAIR Ryan, a graduate of the Falkirk Academy, signed his first professional contract with the Bairns at the start of the 2013/14 season. The midfielder went on to make a total of 15 first team appearances before being transferred to Swansea City on 27th January Ryan continued his development in Wales and features regularly for the Swans Under 23 side. He played a major role in the club s Under-23 Premier League 2 League and Cup double success last season. The 21-year old returned to the club on loan until the end of the season. SEAN WELSH Sean started his career at Hibernian FC where he captained the club s Under 19 s side. The 27-year old enjoyed loan spells with Stenhousemuir, Stirling Albion and Partick Thistle whilst at Easter Road, before making his switch to Firhill a permanent one in The midfielder spent a total of five years with the Jags, during which time they were promoted to and remained in the Ladbrokes Premiership. Welsh left the club at the end of his contract in May and signed at The Falkirk Stadium on a six month contract in January. REGHAN TUMILTY Reghan initially joined on a four week Emergency Loan in December, before making the switch until the end of the season in the January Transfer Window. Reghan signed for Ross County at the start of Season 2016/17, helping the Highland club to their first Development League title. The former Dundee United Academy graduate made his first team debut for the Staggies as a substitute against Celtic at Parkhead in December 2016, before later going on to make his first start in the reverse fixture against the Hoops in the Highlands. CONOR HAZARD 19-year old goalkeeper, Conor Hazard has signed a sixmonth loan deal at The Falkirk Stadium until 9th June The stopper put pen to paper on a new four-year deal at Celtic Park in September of last year after excelling since joining the Celtic Youth Academy from Cliftonville in At the start of this season the Northern-Irishman was promoted to the first team squad as Brendan Rodgers third choice goalkeeper and made his first appearance in a pre-season friendly win over Linz. JORDAN McGHEE Jordan McGhee signed initial one year deal with Falkirk this summer after being transferred from Heart of Midlothian FC for an undisclosed fee. A captain of the Scotland Under 19 and Under 21 sides, Jordan joined Hearts as a youth in 2007, before signing a professional deal with the Gorgie outfit in He since made over 50 appearances for the Tynecastle club as well as 20 appearances for Scotland Under 21 s. Jordan was loaned to then English Premier League side, Middlesborough last season.

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20 Unacceptable Conduct Policy For games played at Harlaw Park, Inverurie Introduction Cove Rangers Football Club will not tolerate unacceptable conduct from their Employees, Directors, Committee Members, Players or Supporters whilst playing our home matches at Harlaw Park, Inverurie or at any away Stadium which the Club is playing at. As a Cove Rangers Supporter you have a key part to play in this Programme Unacceptable Conduct Policy Cove Rangers Football Club aims to create and maintain an environment where spectators can enjoy the game of football, safe in the knowledge that they are free from all harassment, abuse, unacceptable or disorderly conduct. Definition Unacceptable Conduct is conduct which is violent or disorderly. Conduct is violent where there is: Actual, attempted or threatened physical violence against a person or persons. Intentional damage to Property Disorderly Conduct involves any activity which fuels hatred or ill will against or toward s ndividuals or groups of people because of: Gender Age Colour, race, nationality ( including citizenship ) or ethnic or nationalorigin. Membership or presumed membership of a religious group or of a social or cultural group with perceived religious affiliation Sexual orientation Transgender identity Disability Using threatening, abusive or insulting words or conduct towards individuals or groups. Displaying writing or any other item such as a banner which is threatening, abusive or insulting Damage to Club property Should you witness any examples of the above please do not hesitate to contact the nearest Steward, Police Officer or Club Official to report the incident. Racism Cove Rangers Football Club condemns racism in any form, either on or off the pitch. Cove Rangers Football Club aims to create and maintain a working and spectating environment free from racial harassment and abuse. Everyone connected with the Club has a responsibility to prevent racial harassment or abuse. Examples of racial abuse/harassment which will not be tolerated are: Physical - This being intimidating gestures, physical or threat of physical violence or assault. Verbal - Derogatory remarks about a person s skin colour, nationality or appearance, an individual s culture and racist jokes. Non-Verbal - Graffiti, banners, defacing notices or posters, negative stereotyping or written threats. Proven racial harassment or abuse will lead to action being taken against spectators by the Club which may result in a short term or life ban being imposed on the individual(s) by the Club. The matter will also be reported to the Police and Cove Rangers Football Club will give their full support to the Police in any criminal actions.

21 Unacceptable Conduct Policy For games played at Harlaw Park, Inverurie Management, Players, Directors, Committee Members and other employees of the Club have a responsibility to make it clear that such behaviour by anyone connected with Cove Rangers Football Club is unacceptable. Supporters should also note that racist taunts and abusive or threatening behaviour will not be tolerated by Cove Rangers Football Club and, accordingly, Supporters will be encouraged to condemn and report such behaviour to the nearest Steward, Police Officer, Director or Committee Member. Any Supporter ( home or visiting ) behaving in such a manner will face eviction from the Stadium and their actions will be reported to the Police. They also face the risk of being banned from our home matches for life. The only way to ensure that this form of behaviour is not found at Harlaw Park is for the Staff and Supporters to work together to Keep Racism out of Harlaw Park To this end the Club fully supports and promotes through their Match-Day Programme the campaign Show Racism the Red Card. Sectarianism - Kick Out Bigotry While most fans follow Club football in a responsible manner, there are occasions where individuals are intent on causing trouble and use football as an excuse for bigoted and unacceptable behaviour. By working together to remove bigotry from our football grounds we can demonstrate that Scottish football fans and, in particular, Cove Rangers Football Club fans: Respect people of all backgrounds. Want their support for the Club to reflect the diversity of modern Scottish Society Cove Rangers Football Club supports the pledge at and encourages all its Supporters to also sign the Kick Out Bigotry Pledge. Consequences ANY PERSON ENGAGING IN UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT MAY BE SUBJECT TO ANY, OR A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING: Removal from our temporary Home Ground at Harlaw Park or any away venue that the Club is playing at Suspension from attending home matches involving Cove Rangers Football Club. In respect of an away match the opposing Club will be advised of any suspension and will be requested to refuse admittance to the person(s) involved Indefinite ban from attending home matches involving Cove Rangers Football Club Suspension or ban from the Cove Rangers Football Club Committee Suspension or ban as a Player, Coach or Manager from the Cove Rangers Football Club Suspension from carrying out Match-Day duties e.g. serving drinks in Boardroom and Hospitality Suite, working in the Refreshment Hut/Pie Shop, selling Programmes Being reported to the Police and, therefore, subject to possible criminal proceedings. Responsibility and Summary Everyone connected with the Club has a responsibility to prevent and discourage any form of abuse and as such are responsible not only for their own actions but also those of others. We would, therefore, encourage everyone to bring to the Club s attention, any incident or behaviour, of individuals or groups of individuals, deemed to be in breach of this Policy. Whilst it is appreciated that behaviour such as that listed above involves the minority in our society, Cove Rangers Football Club wishes to ensure that we continue to maintain the highest standards both on and off the field of play and that the name of Cove Rangers Football Club is associated with good and sporting behaviour at all times.

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24 On This Day in Scottish Football 10th February IT HAPPENED TODAY 1894 The East of Scotland FA beat Renfrewshire 8-0 at Tynecastle Following their move from West Craigie Park, Dundee played their first Scottish League match at Carolina Port and beat Renton 8-1 watched by 4,000. Queen s Park lost 3-1 to Rangers at 2nd Hampden Park (later Cathkin Park) in the replayed semi final of the Scottish Cup, watched by 10,000. The first match was drawn 1-1. Rangers beat Celtic 3-1 in the Final, to win the Cup for the first time following 20 unsuccessful attempts The Scottish League beat the Irish League 2-1 at Grosvenor Park, Belfast. Jimmy Quinn of Celtic scored both goals The Scottish League drew 2-2 with The Football League in front of a 59,000 crowd at Ibrox. The Rangers pair of Jimmy Simpson and Bob McPhail scored the goals. There were two Hearts players in the team, right back Andy Anderson and right half Alex Massie St Johnstone lost 3-1 to Dundee in a Scottish Cup second round tie watched by 29,972, a record attendance at Muirton Park Former Scotland manager Tommy Docherty left his coaching position at Arsenal to take up a similar post at Chelsea, who he went on to manage Ian McMillan resigned as manager of Airdrieonians after more than five years in charge. He was succeeded by former Dumbarton and St Johnstone manager Jackie Stewart East Stirling s manager of almost three seasons, David Whiteford, was replaced by Dennis Lawson, who lasted only seven months at Firs Park Gregor Abel stood down after just over two years in charge at Recreation Park. He was succeeded by Billy Little who was in charge to the end of the season Alex Smith was sacked as manager of Aberdeen after just under four years in charge at Pittodrie, all but five months together with Jocky Scott. He was succeeded by Willie Miller, who was in post for three years John Barnes was sacked as Head Coach of Celtic in the wake of their Scottish Cup defeat by Inverness Caledonian Thistle after eight months in charge. He was immediately replaced by Director of Football Kenny Dalglish, who was in charge until the summer when Martin O Neill was appointed manager Willie Polland, Hearts centre half of the early 1960 s, died in Edinburgh, aged ES Clydebank lost 2-0 to Hibs in a Scottish Cup first round tie watched by 14,900, a record attendance for New Kilbowie Park. SIGNED TODAY 1947 Clyde signed centre forward Alf Ackerman from Pretoria Municipal of South Africa 1968 Stranraer signed goalkeeper George Anton from Ayr United Fulham signed former Hearts inside forward Don Kerrigan from Fulham Brechin City signed outside left Allan Garland from Harris FPs Cowdenbeath signed goalkeeper Jim McArthur from Jubilee Athletic 1971 Forfar Athletic signed inside forward Brynmor Williams from Dundee United Clyde signed inside left Brian Ahern from Rutherglen Glencairn 1990 Airdrie signed forwards Owen Coyle from Clydebank and John Watson from Fulham 1994 Celtic signed midfielder Willie Falconer from Sheffield United 2007 Stranraer signed defender Shaun Dillon from Stenhousemuir 2011 Berwick Rangers signed forward Damon Gray from Hibs Falkirk signed Ross Perry from Rangers on loan 1978 Forfar Athletic signed wing half Jim Henry from San Antonio Thunder 1986 East Fife signed midfielder John Mitchell from St Johnstone Compiled by John Litster, editor of Scottish Football Historian magazine and author of the book 50 Years of Scottish Football For information go to and click on the Scottish Football History option.

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26 TODAY S MATCH 2018 Manager - John Sheran Stuart McKenzie John McCafferty Grant Campbell Dean Lawrie Darryn Kelly Eric Watson Alan Redford Harry Milne Scott Ross Daniel Park Sam Burnett Jamie Masson Ryan Strachan Sam Robertson Ryan Stott Jonny Smith Mitchel Megginson Paul McManus Connor Scully Nicky Gray TEAM COLOURS Blue & White Jerseys Blue Shorts White Socks Manager - Paul Hartley Robbie Thomson David Mitchell Robbie Mutch Andrew Nelson Tommy Robson Alex Jakubiak Louis Longridge Lewis Kidd Aaron Muirhead Peter Grant Paul Watson Joe Mckee Tom Taiwo Craig Alex Harris Cieran Dunne Kevin O Hara Rory Loy Ryan Blair Jordan McGhee Sean Welsh Reghan Tumilty Conor Hazard TEAM COLOURS Red Jerseys Red Shorts Red Socks TODAY S REFEREE: TODAY S ASSISTANT REFEREES: Alan Muir Douglas Ross & Graeme Leslie

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