Rutherglen Glencairn Football Club

Monday 28th December 2009 - Johnstone Burgh v Vale of Clyde has now been rearranged for Monday 4th January 2010, once again scheduled to be played at Brig O' Lea Stadium in Neilston.

Sunday 27th December 2009 - The secound round tie in the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup between Johnstone Burgh and Vale of Clyde, scheduled to take place on Monday 28th December 2009, has been postponed for a ninth time due to a frozen pitch at Brig O' Lea Stadium in Neilston. A rearranged date and venue for this match has yet to be confirmed.

Wednesday 23rd December 2009 - The Glens' scheduled friendly match against Clyde on Sunday 27th December 2009 has been postponed due to the ongoing freezing weather.

Monday 21st December 2009 - The funeral arrangements for former club president Tom Gilbert have now been confirmed. The funeral  will take place on Wednesday 30th December 2009 at St. Bride's Chapel in East Kilbride at 10am, then on to the Linn Crematorium, and finally at the Rutherglen Glencairn Football Social Club on Glasgow Road.

A new date has been for the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup 2nd round tie between Johnstone Burgh and Vale of Clyde, which has been postponed eight times. The match will now be played at Brig O' Lea Stadium in Neilston on Monday 28th December 2009, with kick off at 1.45pm. The winner will be away to The Glens in the 3rd round, on a date which has yet to be confirmed.

Sunday 20th December 2009 - Rutherglen Glencairn Football Club were deeply saddened to learn of the death of former club president Mr Tom Gilbert. The club would like to send its deepest sympathies to Tom's wife Mary and his son Mark, and the Gilbert family.

Saturday 19th December 2009 - Today's home league match against Clydebank was postponed due to a frozen pitch at The Clyde Gateway Stadium. All of the other matches in all competitions in the West Region were also postponed, so with the leagues now going into shutdown for the holiday period, The Glens finish the year with a 7-point lead in the league.

The match between Johnstone Burgh and Vale of Clyde in the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup 2nd round was postponed today for the 8th time, so Glencairn still do not know who their opponents in the 3rd round will be, or what date that match will be played. As soon as we have more information on the scheduled dates for both the 2nd and 3rd rounds it will appear here.

Friday 18th December 2009 - Supporters of Glencairn and Clydebank should note that a pitch inspection is planned for Saturday morning ahead of the scheduled match between the sides in the afternoon. The result of that inspection will appear here as soon as a decision is confirmed.

Tuesday 15th December 2009 - The draw was made for the 4th round of the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup today, and if The Glens win their 3rd round tie against Johnstone Burgh or Vale of Clyde, then they will be away to local rivals Cambuslang Rangers in the next round. The 4th round ties are scheduled for Saturday 16th January 2010, however that is dependant on the 2nd and 3rd round ties being completed by that date.

Saturday 12th December 2009 - The Glens extended their lead at the top of the league to 7 points with a 3-1 home win against Renfrew today. Glencairn's goal scorers were Stephen O'Keane, Kenny Hadden and Richie Burke. (Click here for pictures and a full match report.)

Friday 11th December 2009 - Glencairn have arranged a festive friendly match against Clyde for Sunday 27th December 2009. Kick off at the The Clyde Gateway Stadium will be at 1pm.

Tuesday 8th December 2009 - The draw was made today for the 2nd round of the New Coin Automatics West of Scotland Cup, and Glencairn have been given a tough draw, away to Kilsyth Rangers. The match will take place at Duncansfield Park in Kilsyth, where The Glens drew 1-1 with the home side earlier this season. No date has yet been confirmed for this match.

Saturday 5th December 2009 - The Glens remain four points clear at the top of the Stagecoach West Region Super League Division One after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Maybole Juniors at The Clyde Gateway Stadium today. The goal scorer was Stephen O'Keane from the penalty spot.

Meanwhile, the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup 2nd round tie between Johnstone Burgh and Vale of Clyde was postponed for a 6th time today, so Glencairn still do not know their 3rd round opponents. The draw for the 4th round of the competition will take place on Tuesday 15th December 2009.

The Glens will now play a league match next Saturday instead, at home against Renfrew, with kick off at 1.45pm.

Monday 30th November 2009 -  Because of the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup 2nd round match between Johnstone Burgh and Vale of Clyde being postponed for a 5th time last Saturday, this has had a knock-on effect on fixtures in various leagues for this coming weekend and potentially the following weekend as well.

To clarify the situation, Glencairn will now play a league match at home to Maybole Juniors on Saturday 5th December 2009, with kick off at The Clyde Gateway Stadium at 1.45pm.

If Johnstone Burgh v Vale of Clyde goes ahead at the 6th attempt on Saturday 5th December 2009, then as long as the game does not end in a draw, the winner will play The Glens at The Clyde Gateway Stadium on Saturday 12th Decmeber 2009, with kick off at 1.45pm.

If Johnstone Burgh v Vale of Clyde is postponed again, or if the game is played but ends in a draw, then the rearranged or replayed match will automatically be arranged for Saturday 12th December 2009. In that event, Glencairn will instead play another league match that day, at home to Renfrew, with kick off at The Clyde Gateway Stadium at 1.45pm.

In any circumstances, The Glens are scheduled to be playing at home for the next two Saturdays, and the kick off time for both games will be 1.45pm. The opposition for the 2nd game will obviously be confirmed after this weekend's games are completed.

Saturday 28th November 2009 - The Glens extended their lead at the top of the Stagecoach West Region Super League Division One to four points with a terrific 1-0 away win over 2nd-placed Glenafton Athletic at Loch Park today. The goal scorer was Richie Burke.

Saturday 21st November 2009 - The Glens remain a point ahead at the top of the Stagecoach West Region Super League Division One this evening, despite today's away league match against Neilston Juniors being postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

Saturday 14th November 2009 - Glencairn have a 1-point lead at the top of the league tonight after a 1-1 draw away to Girvan today. The goal scorer was Kenny Hadden.

Tuesday 10th November 2009 - The draw was made this morning for the 3rd round of the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup, and Glencairn have been drawn at home to the winner of the 2nd round tie between Johnstone Burgh and Vale of Clyde. The two possible opponents meet on Saturday 14th November 2009 at Keanie Park, with the 3rd round tie scheduled for The Clyde Gateway Stadium on Saturday 28th November 2009, with kick off at 1.45pm.

Saturday 7th November 2009 - The Glens moved to the top of the Stagecoach West Region Super League Division One table this evening after a 4-1 home win over Cumnock Juniors. Glencairn's goal scorers were Stephen O'Keane, Lee McShane, Davie Dickson and Paul McLaughlin.

Thursday 5th November 2009 - Glencairn have sold striker David Carr to Larkhall Thistle, and full back Steven Kerr has been placed on the transfer list.

Saturday 31st October 2009 - The Glens moved into the 3rd round of the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup with a 3-2 away win against Lesmahagow Juniors today. Glencairn's goal scorers were Paul McLaughlin, Paul McDougall and Tony Fraser.

Monday 26th October 2009 - Glencairn went down to a 3-0 friendly defeat away to Queen's Park at Lesser Hampden this evening. All of the goals came in the second half.

Saturday 24th October 2009 - The Glens got a spirited 1-1 draw away to Kilsyth Rangers today, after playing for 80 minutes of the match with 10 men after defender Lee McShane was sent off. Glencairn's goal scorer was Stephen McGladrigan.

Tuesday 20th October 2009 - Queen's Park have recalled midfielder Jack Henry from his loan spell with Glencairn, due to injuries.

Monday 19th October 2009 - Glencairn have further strengthened the playing squad with the signing of goalkeeper Charlie Samushonga. Charlie is 20 years old next month and has previously played with the youth and under 19 teams at Partick Thistle and Dundee United.

 Charlie Samushonga

Saturday 17th October 2009 - The Glens moved safely into the 2nd round of the New Coin Automatics West of Scotland Cup today with a 4-1 away win over Maryhill. Glencairn's scorers were Stephen O'Keane, Richie Burke and Paul Thomson (2).

Friday 16th October 2009 - Glencairn are pleased to confirm that the club has once again strengthened the playing squad with the return to action of experienced defender Jamie Prunty, who has now agreed terms for this season and is now available for selection.

 Jamie Prunty

Sunday 11th October 2009 - The draw was made today for the 2nd round of the Emirates Airlines Scottish Junior Cup, and The Glens have been given an away tie against Stagecoach Central District League Division One side Lesmahagow Juniors. The match will take place on Saturday 31st October 2009, with kick off at Craighead Stadium at 2pm.

Saturday 10th October 2009 - Glencairn defeated league leaders Ashfield 3-2 at home this afternoon. The Glens' goal scorers were Paul Thomson, Stephen McGladrigan and Paul McLaughlin.

Saturday 3rd October 2009 - The Glens moved comfortably into the 2nd round of the Emirates Airlines Scottish Junior Cup with a 9-0 home win over Luncarty today. The win created a new club record, with the 9-goal winning margin being the biggest winning margin ever for Glencairn in the Scottish Junior Cup. The goalscorers were Chris Hopkins, Stephen McGladrigan (2), Lee McShane, Paul McLaughlin (3), Richie Burke and Tony Fraser.

Friday 2nd October 2009 - Glencairn have sold defender Chris Paul to Stagecoach West Region Super Premier League side Vale of Clyde for an undisclosed fee. The club would like to thank Chris for his service to the club over the last few years and wish him well for the future.

Monday 28th September 2009 - The Glens beat Larkhall Thistle 4-0 in a friendly match at The Clyde Gateway Stadium tonight, with the goals being scored by Richie Burke (2), Paul McDougall and Tony Fraser.

Saturday 19th September 2009 - Glencairn moved up to 5th in the league table with an excellent 3-2 home win over league leaders Glenafton Athletic today. Glencairn's goalscorers were Paul Thomson, Stephen O'Keane and Paul McLaughlin.

Thursday 17th September 2009 - The Glens have strengthened their squad by confirming the signing of right back Kenny Hadden from Drumchapel Amateurs. Kenny caught the eye with an impressive debut performance as a trialist in last Saturday's 2-1 win over Whitletts Victoria.

Monday 14th September 2009 - Glencairn were beaten 2-0 in a friendly match at home to Irn Bru Scottish Football League Division Two side Clyde tonight.

Saturday 12th September 2009 - The Glens got back to winning ways today with a 2-1 home league win over Whitletts Victoria. Glencairn's goalscorers were Paul McDougall and Stephen O'Keane.

Thursday 10th September 2009 - The friendly match against Clyde has now been rearranged for Monday 14th September 2009, with kick off at The Clyde Gateway Stadium at 7.30pm.

Tuesday 8th September 2009 - Tonight's friendly match against Clyde has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at The Clyde Gateway Stadium.

Saturday 5th September 2009 - Today's away league match against Dalry Thistle has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at Merksworth Park in Dalry. A rearranged date for this match will be advised as soon as it is confirmed.

Tuesday 1st September 2009 - Glencairn have been drawn at home in the 1st round of the Emirates Airlines Scottish Junior Cup, against Luncarty of the East Region Central League. The match will take place at The Clyde Gateway Stadium on Saturday 3rd October 2009, with kick-off at 3pm.

Saturday 29th August 2009 - The Glens went down to a 5-3 league defeat away to Renfrew today. Glencairn's goalscorers were Davie Dickson, Stephen O'Keane and Tony Fraser.

Meanwhile, defender Tony Kane has been released by the club and we wish him well for the future.

Wednesday 26th August 2009 - Glencairn got a huge confidence boost tonight with a 5-1 away win over Stagecoach West Region Super Premier League side Petershill. The goalscorers were Chris Paul, Paul McLaughlin (hat-trick) and Ryan McArdle.

All West Region fixtures scheduled for Wednesday 2nd September 2009 and Thursday 10th September 2009 have now been postponed. As far as Glencairn are concerned, this means that the following league fixtures have now been postponed :-Wednesday 2/9/09 v East Kilbride Thistle (home) and Thursday 10/9/09 v Neilston Juniors (away).

Meanwhile, Glencairn will entertain Clyde in a friendly match at The Clyde Gateway Stadium, with kick off at 7.30pm.

Saturday 22nd August 2009 - Glencairn got off to a storming start in the first ever campaign in the Stagecoach West Region Super League Division One today with a 3-0 away win against Maybole Juniors. The goalscorers were Paul McLaughlin, Stephen O'Keane and Paul McDougall.

Wednesday 19th August 2009 - The Glens beat Benburb 1-0 in a friendly match at Tinto Park this evening. The goalscorer was David Barr.

Saturday 15th August 2009 - Rutherglen Glencairn FC were today presented with a flag to commemorate the winning of the Central District League Division One championship last season (pictured below). The flag was donated to the club by life-long Glencairn fan Mr Hamish Allan, and was presented by Hamish and Mr Robert Brown MSP.

The flag will be on display on the flagpole above the changing rooms at Glencairn's next home game against East Kilbride Thistle on Wednesday 2nd September 2009.

Meanwhile, today's opening match in the Stagecoach West Region Super League Division One at home to Cumnock Juniors was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at The Clyde Gateway Stadium. A rearranged date for this game has yet to be confirmed.

Wednesday 12th August 2009 - The Glens drew 1-1 at home with Blantyre Victoria tonight in the final Central Sectional League Cup group game for this season. Glencairn's goal was scored by Paul Thomson.

Saturday 8th August 2009 - Glencairn's run of 11 consecutive wins over local rivals Cambuslang Rangers came to an end this afternoon with a 1-0 home defeat in the Central Sectional League Cup.

Saturday 1st August 2009 - The Glens went down to a 3-0 away defeat to East Kilbride Thistle in the Central Sectional League Cup this afternoon.

Meanwhile, the club have signed two more players, securing the services of central defender Jamie White from Shotts Bon Accord, and right midfielder Jack Henry on loan from Queen's Park. 

                        Jamie White                                                          Jack Henry

Thursday 30th July 2009 - Rutherglen Glencairn Football Club are delighted to announce that they have signed a lucrative sponsorship deal with local urban regeneration company Clyde Gateway to sponsor New Southcroft Park for a 2-year period, effective from Saturday 1st August 2009. As a result, the club's home ground will now be called The Clyde Gateway Stadium for the next 2 seasons.

If you would like more information on Clyde Gateway, please look at their website here.

Wednesday 29th July 2009 - Glencairn got their season underway tonight with a 3-1 defeat away to Stagecoach West Region Super Premier League side Vale of Clyde. The Glens' goalscorer was Paul McLaughlin.

Monday 27th July 2009 - The Glens have officially completed the signing of right back Steven Kerr, midfielder Paul Thomson and striker Paul McLaughlin from Stagecoach West Region Super Premier League side Vale of Clyde.

Co-manager Scott Smith is delighted to have tied up the trio, and he commented to the Rutherglen Reformer, "Steven Kerr is a boy who has played at Super League level and he'll fill the right back gap left by Willie Galloway leaving no problem. Paul Thomson can play up front or in midfield, his attitude is different class and his workrate is phenomenal. He's one of the players you need who will graft for you all day long. Paul McLaughlin is probably the biggest signing out of all three of them. He is a player who, on his day, is as good as any forward going about in any of the junior leagues. He's an exceptional talent. Things haven't been working for him at Vale of Clyde but we're pretty sure things will work well for him at Glencairn."

All three players are available to make their competitive debuts for Glencairn, ironically against their former side, in the Central Sectional League Cup tie at Fullarton Park on Wednesday night.

Rutherglen Glencairn's latest signings - Steven Kerr, Paul Thomson and Paul McLaughlin.

Saturday 25th July 2009 - Glencairn ended their pre-season schedule with a narrow 1-0 defeat away to West Region Super Premier League side Largs Thistle today.

Tuesday 21st July 2009 - The Glens got their first win of the pre-season schedule tonight with a 3-2 victory over Cumbernauld United at Toryglen Regional Football Centre. Glencairn's goals were scored by Paul McLaughlin (2) and Paul McDougall (penalty).

Sunday 19th July 2009 - Glencairn finished joint 3rd in the Class One Cup after a 1-1 draw with a Partick Thistle XI at Bellsdale Park in Beith today. The Glens' goal was an own goal by Thistle goalkeeper Shepherd, punching the ball into his own net from Ryan McArdle's corner kick.

Saturday 18th July 2009 - The Glens got their pre-season underway today with a 2-1 defeat against Clydebank in the Class One Cup pre-season tournament hosted by Beith Juniors at Bellsdale Park in Beith. Glencairn's goal was scored by new striker Paul McLaughlin. The Glens will now play Partick Thistle XI in the 3rd & 4th place play-off tomorrow at 12.30pm.

Monday 13th July 2009 - Glencairn's pre-season fixtures commence this coming weekend, with the team participating in the Class One Cup pre-season tournament hosted by Beith Juniors at Bellsdale Park in Beith. The competition commences on Saturday 18th July 2009 with The Glens taking on Clydebank at 12.30pm, followed by the hosts playing Partick Thistle at 3pm. The following day will see the two losers from Saturday meeting in the 3rd & 4th place play-off at 12.30pm, with Saturday's winners meeting in the competition's final at 3pm. Entry to each day is £5 for adults and £2.50 for children and pensioners, and the entry fee covers both matches. There is no reduced entry fee should you only wish to watch one match on either day.

Monday 29th June 2009 - Glencairn have confirmed the signings of goalkeeper David Turner (pictured, below left) from Stagecoach Central District League Division One side St Anthony's, left back Craig Palmer (pictured, below right) from Stagecoach West Region Super Premier League side Beith Juniors, and midfielder Chris Hopkins from amateur side Tower Hearts.