Message from the Chairman

Firstly, I would like to say a huge thank you to all the supporters who have continued to support the club home and away as we have started life in the East of Scotland Premier Division. The dramatic win against Haddington Athletic has given the team a huge boost and we look forward to hopefully kicking on and moving our way up the league table over the coming weeks

Since my last update there have been a few developments with first team squad. Calum Brodie and Reece Redpath have left the club and we would like to thank them both for the tremendous service they have given St Andrews United over the last few seasons. Both players were integral to our recent success as we won successive promotions to the premier division. All of us at the club wish them all the very best with their future endeavours

PLAYER UPDATE: We are delighted to have welcomed recent additions, Freddie Rowe and Andy Johnston to St Andrews United. Freddie joined from Dunfermline Athletic on loan until the end of the season and has already made three appearances for Saints. Andy joined last month from Blackburn United and made his debut in the thrilling victory over Haddington. In addition, we are also delighted to announce three new signings to Garry Wright’s squad. John Tod has joined on loan from Dunfermline, Finlay Kerr from Inverkeithing Swifts and David Cabrelli on loan from Dundee FC. We would like to welcome all the new players to St Andrews United and look forward to seeing what they can bring to the team over the coming weeks.

As supporters will likely be aware, on advice from our accountants, we regrettably decided to close the St Andrews United Social Club at the end of September. With the continued increase in running costs along with a gradual reduction in revenues being generated, it was no longer a viable option to continue to operate the club. On behalf of the club committee, I would like to thank all of the team that have worked tirelessly over the years to provide a great service to members and supporters. Please note that the clubhouse will be open from 12pm on matchdays for food and beverage

Over the next few weeks we look forward to welcoming Musselburgh Athletic and Jeanfield Swifts to The Clayton Caravan Recreation Park. Both teams are currently sitting first and second in the league so this will be a tough test for Saints. As always, we are very grateful for your support and look forward to hopefully seeing you at these games along with the cup game against Kilbirnie Ladeside on the 12th October

FRASER OGSTON (3rd October 2024).