It’s time to share some of our signings for the coming season!

After helping us out in a few games last season, Freddie now arrives from Hibs on a season long loan.

Josh was with us on loan from Clyde last season. The combative wing back is now on a permanent deal.

Alfie featured on loan from Hibs last season but the dynamic midfielder has now signed a permanent deal.

A fans favourite when with us previously. Now the big striker back in the fold.

Luca has previously played with Dumbarton but now the midfielder is ours.

Marko,brother of Luca, is a former Ardrieonians academy player. The defender has joined on a permanent deal.

Gwok, an all action midfielder, has joined us on a permanent deal. Thanks to the guys at the FA Nanjaco Di Kafur for helping get the deal done.

Josh, a right sided defender, has joined us on a season long loan from The Spartans.

Arran is a centre back who was previously with Motherwell. He has signed a permanent deal with us.

 

 

We are pleased to announce that LNER, who are known for supporting communities that they serve, have generously agreed to make a donation to The Club. This will help us considerably to develop projects we we have planned for the coming season. Many thanks.

Just to remind you that although the start of the season fast approaches we are still able to offer individuals and businesses the chance to get into sponsorship at The Strollers. We have various opportunities available, just drop an email to our Secretary, Keith Stewart (stewartykl@gmail.com) and he will be happy to discuss with you.

 

The players were back at Christie Gillies Park last night for the first training session of the new season.

Before heading out to the training pitch, Marc Laird, Ross Clarke, and Tom Findlay took time to model the new season strips – home (navy}, away (red), and third (white).

The strips were kindly provided by our partners, Bold Autos Ltd of Granton Road, Edinburgh. We can not thank them enough for their generous contribution. The top quality strips were produced in conjunction with Appin Sports,  and their logo will also appear on the match day version of the strip.

Just a reminder – that at the moment if you book your next MOT with Bold Autos you will receive a £10 discount if you quote the code: CIVIL when you book. Tel – 0131 538 1381,   E-mail – Boldautos@yahoo.com

Photos courtesy of Vlad at Vinephoto.

The big kick off for the 2024/25 Lowland League gets ever closer with the announcement of our pre-season friendlies.

6 matches against top class teams await, including  SPFL League 2 Champions Stenhousemuir, League 2 neighbours Spartans, old foes Bonnyrigg and League 2 stalwarts Clyde. Add to that, The East of Scotland Premier League provides opposition via League runners up Musselburgh Athletic and League Cup finalists Haddington Athletic.

So get ready for the season along with us. We hope to see you soon!

Marc Laird – Player/Assistant Manager

Marc Laird has been appointed as Gary Jardine’s right hand man for managerial duties. He will however continue as The Strollers midfield maestro for the foreseeable future.

Gary said :-

“With Pents stepping down, I’m delighted that Marc has agreed to step into the role as player/asst manager.

Having played at the top level in England for 15 years and then part time in Scotland as he changed his career, Marc has a wealth of experience and is widely respected, not only within our club but outside as well.

He’s the perfect role model to have at our club and will prove to be a great appointment, I’m sure!”

We wish Marc every success in his new role!

 

We are delighted to announce that Bold Autos Ltd of Granton Road, Edinburgh will be our shirt sponsor for the 2024/25 and 25/26 seasons.

Not only will they supply the team with their complete home strip, but they have also agreed to supply  the away and third strips as well. It is a truly fantastic  show of generosity and support of a local team. We look forward to promoting Bold Autos Ltd with pride and working in partnership with them to enhance both our interests.

To mark the announcement, Bold Autos  are offering a £10 discount on MOTs.  To take advantage of this exclusive offer,  just quote the code : CIVIL when booking. Bold can be contacted via telephone  on 0131 538 1381 or email: boldautos@yahoo.com.

Hurry, though, as it may only be available for a limited time!

We look forward to unveiling the new strips, which will feature the  Bold Autos logo on the chest,  very soon!

 

We are very pleased to be able to announce that the players shown below will continue as Strollers in next seasons Lowland League campaign. Great to have you with us lads!

Check back for further player news.

 

Euan Valentine

Tom Findlay

Mathew Shaw

Harry Girdwood

Ross Clarke

Callum Yeats

Marc Laird

Lewis Bushnell

We are pleased to announce that the Club’s home, away and third strips will be made by Appin Sports! They provide quality custom teamwork at great prices. We look forward to taking delivery of the kit.

Further details including the announcement of our shirt sponsors to come.

 

Our Golf Day took place on Friday 10th May at The Royal Burgess GC. The weather and course were great. Nearly 50 competitors teed it up in the warm sunshine. The winning team being from Edinburgh Autos – J McCreadie – well done lads! (See main story pic, receiving their prizes from Keith Stewart -Sec)

Our thanks go to our organiser Stevie Stuart and his helpers Keith and Tam. Thanks also to The Burgess for their hospitality, including a lovely post Golf meal. Last thanks to all those who attended and contributed to the Club’s funds.

Photos from the day – below.