Brechin Vics Latest News
1/1/2009
All at Brechin Vics would like to wish all supporters a Happy New Year and thank you for your support during 2008! We look forward to seeing you all throughout 2009.
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27/12/08
Arbroath Vics 2 - 0 Brechin Vics
Brechin Vics travelled the short distance to face Arbroath Vics in a North League encounter. In similar fashion to a majority of games this season, the Vics failed to capitalise on guilt edged chances and take advantage of long spells of possession.
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20/12/08
The Vics held their annual christmas raffle after the game on saturday and the top prize of £100 was won by Rose Tindall, £50 was won by Dave Robertson and Mr Merchant collected £25. Congratulations to all the winning raffle tickets and many thanks go to everyone who has bought a ticket and supported the vics.
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20/12/08
North League
Brechin Vics 1-3 Broughty Athletic
In a hard fought encounter at Victoria Park, Broughty Athletic left with all three points. Neil Hattersly scored his first goal for the club with a well taken volley and Ludwik Metelski made his full debut in a vics jersey.
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Neil Hattersly was the vics goalscorer
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14/12/08
Redwood Leisure Cup - Preliminary Round
Brechin Vics 2 - 2 ASC (Brechin Won 4-3 on penalties)
Brechin were back in action after 3 weeks off due to the severe weather conditions. However, the game was in serious doubt right up until kick off due to the heavy rain. The Vics competed very well in the first half and created the better of the chances and were unlucky not to be leading at the interval. The 2nd Half was played at an intence pace and and was a classic cup match with plenty of action at both ends of the pitch. The Vics came from behind twice during the 2nd half with both goals coming from Steven Cairney. The game finished 2-2 and penalties were needed to decide which team would progress. The scorers for the Vics were S.Cairney, D.Skelly, C.Valentine and C.Simpson netting the decisive penalty. Manager Chris Simpson commented 'the lads worked hard and were excellent today and showed great character to come from behind twice, this is the confidance boost we have been needing and will benefit us over the forthcoming weeks'.
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5/12/08
The vics Redwood cup game tommorow looks in serious jeopardy with severe flooding hitting Victoria Park. Groundsman Eric Dickie certainly has his work cut out for him.
Vics Groundsman Eric Dickie
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30/11/08
The Vics Redwood leisure cup tie against ASC has now been rescheduled for Saturday 6th December. The game is at home with the kick off at 1.45pm.
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29/11/08
The Vics home game against ASC has fallen victim to the frost and has been cancelled. The game has no date as yet to be replayed. Manager Chris Simpson will take this oppertunity to rest a few players with niggling injuries, and is treating the players to a trip to a local leisure centre in preperation for tonights christmas night out.
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22/11/08
Brechin Vics 1- 4 Couper Angus
On a snowy pitch the Vics lost to a well organised Couper Angus outfit. Down 1-0 at half time, the vics may have felt hard done by as once again, we were punished for not taking guilt edged chances. An injury to Blair Mudie just after half time was the turning point in the game as Couper scored 3 times before the vics defense reorganised and adapted to the game. David Skelly scored a consolation goal for the vics. Assistant Manager Alan Millar commented 'the games that we are losing could have gone the other way if we were more composed infront of goal. Chris and i believe in the quality of our squad and im sure if we can keep players fit, our season will turn round and the goals will come'.
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David Skelly was the vics scorer
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17/11/08
New Signing Neil Hattersley's profile has now been added to the website. Neil Joins us from Dundee side Newport and can play centre midfield or centre half. Manager Chris Simpson commented 'i had Neil watched in a few games at Newport and we invited him to play in a few friendlies which he played really well in. He is growing in confidence with each game and i have no doubt he will be a valuable asset for the Vics this season'.
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15/11/08
Brechin Vics 0-2 Lochee Harp
With goals coming in the first and last minutes of the game, the scoreline certainly flattered the visitors. The Vics moved the ball about well and again created numerous chances that were not converted. In a similar vain to last week, Brechin can be happy with the performance and were arguably the better side but again a team leave Victoria park with full points.
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08/11/08
Brechin Vics 1 - 2 A.S.C.
Arbroath Sporting club left Victoria park with all three points in yesterdays North League encounter. The Vics were punished in the first 10 minutes when a misplaced pass was picked up outside the vics box and Aldershaw finished well. However,Brechin battled back and were awarded a penalty when Skelly was upended in the box. Chris Paton dispatched the penalty to put the sides level. Disaster struck for the Vics when slack marking allowed an Arbroath player to head home. It was one way traffic from this point but Brechin could not put the ball in the net. Manager Chris Simpson said that 'we had chances cleared off the line, we hit the post and missed guilt edge chances. At this level there is little margin for error and we paid the price as ASC took there chances well.
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Chris Paton was he vics goalscorer
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03/11/08
The Vics have a friendly on Tuesday night against Montrose F.C. at Links Park. Kicking off at 7.15pm, Brechin will be looking to give a strong performance against the senior outfit, and it will also give many players the chance to impress the manager before saturdays important league game against ASC.
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02/11/08
Dyce Athletic 2 - 0 Brechin Vics
Aberdeen superleague outfit Dyce Athletic hosted the Vics in the second round of the scottish cup. In a fairly even first half, neither team could break the deadlock with both teams squandering decent chances. However,it was the home side who took the lead from a goal mouth scramble which looked as if a Dyce player pushed Paul Ross in the back as he attempted to clear. A fine strike from Neish sailed in off the post to put the game beyond Brechin. The Vics would like to thank Dyce for their fine hospitality after the game and wish them the best of luck in the next round.
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27/10/08
The Vics have drawn ASC in the preliminary round of the Redwood Leisure Cup. The team who progresses from this game will then host Ballingry Rovers in the first round. The dates and times of these ties are yet to be confirmed. Ballingry are currently 3rd in the East Region Premier league with two games in hand over the leaders Carnoustie.
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25/10/08
Downfield 3-0 Brechin Vics
On a blustery and wet day at Downfield, the Vics poor run continued as they slipped to defeat against a well organised Downfield side. With both sides unable to score in the first half, it was likely the first team to score would go on to win the game. Vics certainly had the chances to do this, but a mixture of poor finishing and slippy conditions contributed to the defeat. Credit must go to both teams for trying to keep the ball down and play football in horrendous conditions.
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19/10/08
New Signings for the Vics
Brechin unveiled new signing Chris Paton and David Skelly this week. Chris featured in the bounce game against Carnoustie and turned in an impressive performance. Chris has played for St Johnstones, Hibs and Aberdeens youth teams. David who has played a number of games as a trialist was recruited from the Dundee Amatuer league and scored on his home and full debut for the Vics. In addition to this, the Vics also welcome forward Duncan Croall who has joined the club on loan from Montrose Roselea. 'Duncs' is an experienced striker with an eye for goal and we hope he can add to his goal tally in a Vics jersey.
Chris Paton David Skelly
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17/10/08
Netherton tractors have kindly agreed to becoming Steven Barclays player sponsor for this season. Established in 1963 at the Netherton blacksmith workshop at Aberlemno, the founding partners initially only carried out repair and servicing on tractors and machinery. The John Deere franchise was acquired in 1967 and by 1987 when the business was sold, and the new company of Netherton Tractors Limited came into being, the firm had become one of Scotland’s leading agricultural agencies for equipment sales and services, operating in Angus and Kincardine. In 1995, having outgrown the Aberlemno site, the company moved to a custom built dealership on the old Tollmuir sawmill 1.75-hectare site next to the A90 dual carriageway, the main east cost route from Perth via Dundee to Aberdeen. . There is ample outside storage at both the front and the rear of the buildings with vehicle access around the buildings and loading bays at the rear for 40ft artics and droptail lorries.
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16/10/08
The vics would like to thank Roots of Brechin for becoming Steven Cairneys player sponsor for the season. Located at 17 High Street, Roots sell a great range of one off furniture,tables,chairs, display stands and lots more. All these unique items are all fair trade. In addition to the furniture, Roots also sell Peruvian Alpaca clothing for Adults and children, and Pacmamama which is fun, funky and for all ages. With Christmas looming, Roots is an ideal place to pick up great gifts at great prices.
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13/10/08
The Vics have a friendly with Premier league oufit Carnoustie Panmure tonight at Victoria Park @ 7.30pm.
All players to meet at the ground for 6.10pm.
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11/10/08
Brechin Vics 1 - 4 Violet
Another poor start from the Vics saw them 3-0 down after 35 minutes. Rory Crighton did manage to pull a goal back just before half time but it wasnt enough to spark a second half comeback.
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05/10/08
The vics would like to thank Bill Stephen Motors for becoming Ewan Cairneys player sponsor for the 2008/09 season. Bill Stephen Motors provides emergency roadside and recovery services as contractors for Grampian and Tayside police and some of the major motoring organisations. We also provide vehicle service and repair plus car and van hire at competitive rates. based in Brechin, Angus, we are a family run business, established in 1992.Our site has a fully equipped workshop with professional, experienced technicians, large spacious area for parking and secure storage covered by CCTV cameras.
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04/10/08
Brechin Vics 1- 2 Bankfoot Athletic
In an entertaining game at Victoria park, the vics were knocked out of the G.A. cup. The Bankies took an early lead with their first foray into the vics box, but a Chris Simpson equaliser midway through the first half saw the sides go in at half time level. Brechin came out strongly in the second half and played some excellent football but disaster struck when yet again, the Vics gave away a penalty which was calmy executed by Scott Mcabe.
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29/09/08
Brechin Vics would like to thank 'The Sporty' for becoming Chris Eatons player sponsor for the season. 'The Sporty' is located on the High Street and is Brechin's premier sporting goods outlet, we are excited that they have chosen to back the Vics in their 2008/09 campaign.
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27/09/08
Tranent Athletic 5 - 1 Brechin Vics
The vics poor run continued with a dissapointing result against Tranent. Going in to the half 2-1 down, the vics felt they could take something from the game after dominating for long spells. However, a disasterous 8 minute spell saw 3 goals fly in which ended any thoughts of a comeback. Assistant Manager Alan Millar commented that 'this was a strange result as we were extremely comfortable for the first 30 minutes, but didnt convert any of our chances. I dont feel the scoreline reflected the game but we are losing goals too easily at the moment'.
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Craig christie was the vics goalscorer
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20/09/08
Broughty Athletic 5 - 0 Brechin Vics
Brechin lost their second consecutive game in as many weeks. Brechin went into this game full of confidence and were hoping to bounce back after last weeks unlucky defeat. it was a disappointing first half performance by the vics which seen them going in at half time 4-0 down. Brechin battled hard in the second half and played some good football, but the damage was already done in the first half. Manager Chris Simpson said that "this was a very disappointing result and i hope the players will learn from this. We had a game plan which the players did not stick to in the first half and broughty exploited us. We applied ourselfs correctly in the second half and we were very postive in our play, but the damage was done already".
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13/09/08
Montrose Roselea 2 - 0 Brechin Vics
Brechin lost their unbeaten run today in a hard fought encounter against local rivals Montrose Roselea. With both teams squandering chances in the first half, it was a matter of time before somebody broke the deadlock. Unfortunately for the Vics, 5 minutes into the Second half Roselea gained the advantage by scoring from the penalty spot. Montrose added a second shortly after by heading home from a quickly taken corner. More misery was to follow for the vics when Ian Gauld, Blair Mudie and Scott Fenwick all had to be taken off with injuries which may rule them out for next weeks trip to Whitton park. Manager Chris Simpson said that "the players should be pleased with their overall performance, as we worked extremely hard throughout the game and were the better team in the first half. Unfortunately our inability to keep the ball in the second half cost us."
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10/09/08
Well done to Brian Eaton who won the top prize in this weeks 200 club draw, for the full list of winners check the scrolling text on our home page.
This weeks winner Brian Eaton.
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6/09/08
Brechin Vics 4 Forfar Albion 0
Brechin Vics continued their unbeaten run with a 4-0 victory over Forfar Albion. Two first half goals from Hood and Skelly gave the vics a comfortable half time lead. After the restart Brechin continued to pressure Albion and were rewarded when Simpson finished off a good interchange of passes from Crighton and Hood. Simon Marshall added a fourth late on in the game to complete an impressive display from the vics who are sitting top of the North Division.
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Lee Hood opened the scoring from a free-kick.
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2/09/08
The scottish junior cup was drawn today and the vics recieved a bye into the second round. Tayport will host Broughty Athletic in the cups only all tayside game.
Strathspey Thistle v Muirkirk, Armadale v Edinburgh , Downfield v Broxburn
Tayport v Broughty Athletic, Vale of Clyde v Arniston, RAF Lossiemouth v Steelend, Musselburgh v Bo Ness, Larkhal v Royal Albert, Irvine Meadow v Bishopmill, Buckie Rovers v Dyce, Blackburn v Lochee Harp, Perthshire v Tranent, Ashfeld v East End, Auchinleck v Nairn, East Kilbride v Whitburn, Blairgowrie v Crossgates, Scone v Culter, Saltcoats v Johnstone, Inverness City v West Calder, Dalry v Dunbar, Livingston v Bonnyrigg, Hermes v Sauchie, Largs v Dundonald, New Elgin v Lochee United, Glencairn v Lochore
Stonehouse v Kilbirnie, Lugar v Ballingry, Beith v Hill of Beath, Longside v Wishaw, Fraserbrgh v Kirrie Thistle, Buchanhaven v Cumbernauld, Thorniewood v Cruden Bay, Whitletts v Blantyre, Dundee East Craigie v Pollok, Renfrew v Settleston
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31/08/08
East Craigie 2 Brechin Vics 4
The Vics kicked off their league campaign in style with a well deserved vicory at craigie park. Goals from Simpson (2) and Crighton put the vics 3-0 up at half time, with Wilson adding a fourth late in the second half. Two dubious penalties almost let Craigie back into the game in the second half but a professional display from the vics saw off the Dundee side.
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23/08/08
D.J. Laing Cup (Group Section)
Forfar Albion 1 Brechin Vics 2
The vics came from behind to earn a well deserved victory in the final league cup game. After wasting numerous chances and dominating for long spells of the game, it was Albion who took the lead in a rare foray into the vics box. However, vics pressure finally paid off as Trialist David Skelly connected with Lee Hoods Cross for a well taken goal. Rory Crighton then reacted to a mix up in Albions defense to score the winner for Brechin. Assistant Manager Alan Millar said 'he was pleased with the performance and the number of chances we created thoughout the 90 minutes. We were also pleased with contribution of the trialist who was listed in todays game'
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Rory Crighton scored the winner in todays game.
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16/08/08
D.J. Laing Cup (Group Section)
Brechin Vics 0 Roselea 5
The vics slipped to a dissapointing defeat to roselea at Victoria Park. Down 2-0 at half time, the vics still felt they were in the game but a controversial penalty and a deflected free kick put the game out of reach. Assistant Manager Alan Millar said that 'he was dissapointed how easily Roselea scored from set pieces and it is something we will have to work on. However, we did play some excellent football but lacked a creative edge in the final third of the pitch. This was mainly down to the fact we had no strikers in the squad, and were forced to play with a lone striker.'
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Ewan Cairney was sent off midway through the second half for two bookable offenses.
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9/8/08
D.J Laing League Cup (Group Section)
Brechin Vics 1 ASC 3
In a rain soaked vicoria park, the vics lost their first game of the season to a battling Arbroath SC. The game was played at a fast pace with the final result flattering our opponents as their was nothing between the two sides. Manager Chris Simpson commented that "yes i am disappointed with the result but i have to look at the positives, which are the defence played really well and limited ASC chances. We also looked much fitter than our oppenents over the 90mins even when we had a player sent off." Hopefully the players won't let this result affect them for next weekend.
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Scott wilson scored the vics goal and was then sent off trying to retrieve the ball.
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4/08/08
The Vics first competitive game of the season kicks off this saturday with a home cup game against Arbroath SC @ 2.30pm. We would love to see you at Victoria Park for what promises to be entertaining opening fixture.
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4/08/08
Brechin Vics unbeaten run came to end tonight with a disappointing 3-2 defeat to Dundee College. 2-0 up at half time and looking comfortable, the vics once again failed to hold the lead and lost three goals in a poor second half. Manager Chris Simpson wasnt to downbeat as he pointed out that 'we tried a new formation in the second half and also looked at certain players in different positions. This will help with our team selection for the first game of the season'.
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30/07/08
The vics continued their unbeaten run in a well deserved 4-2 victory over Johnshaven. In a first half dominated by Brechin, Chris Simpson opened the scoring with a well taken strike from 18 yards. The lead increased when a Scott Fenwick shot deflected off Scott Wilsons back and looped over the keeper. Johnshaven pulled two goals back within the first twenty minutes of the second half as vics sat too deep defending their lead. However, a second goal from Simpson and a well taken chip from Steven Barclay sealed another victory for the vics.
Vics player/manager chris simpson netted a double in todays game.
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28/07/08
Are you interested in earning extra £££ each week. The vics are looking for an individual to prepare the players boots before each gameday. Whether you are retired and looking to get back into football or a juvenile player wanting to support your local junior team, we would like to hear from you. If you are interested please email one of the vics club members on our contacts page.
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26/07/08
Montrose U19s were todays guests at Victoria park which ended in a 1-1 draw. The game was played at a fast pace with an abundance of flowing football from both teams. Chris Eaton opened the scoring for the vics from a well worked corner, however the vics were denied their third straight victory as Montrose equalised in the last minute of the game. Both teams had a few clear cut chances, but good goalkeeping and poor finishing kept the game at 1-1. Assistant manager Alan Millar commented that Chris Simpsons '50p' heed had alot to do with Brechins missed chances.
Chris Eaton was the vics goalscorer
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23/07/08
Brechin vics continued there unbeaten run with a hard fought 1-0 win over Bervie Caley. Craig Christie was the only scorer from the penalty spot after he was bundled down inside the box. The vics management team were happy with the effort and energy levels of the players and credit must go to Bervie for pushing the vics all the way.
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19/07/08
Brechin Vics kicked off their 2008/09 campaign with a convincing victory over Scone Thistle JFC. With goals from Steven Barclay, Craig Christie and Chris Simpson, the Vics looked comfortable and played some excellent football. Manager Chris Simpson said that "we looked fitter and sharper than our opponents, which is a testament to the efforts the squad has put in pre-season so far." Hopefully this form will continue into Wednesdays game against Bervie Caley.
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10/07/08
We are happy to announce that talented midfielders Lee Hood and Scott Fenwick have decided to put pen to paper and sign for the 'vics'. Lee Hood steps up from the Amateur ranks where he won many awards and established himself as one of the top players in the amateur league. Scott Fenwick came through the Dunfermline F.C. youth system and his pace and skill will be a huge asset to the Vics this season.
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05/07/08
Manager Chris Simpson has completed his first signings for the 'vics' by bringing in Striker Craig Christie and defender Mark Bruce. Craig is a proven goalscorer but had the misfortune of breaking his leg last season. Hopefully he can recapture his scoring form for the vics this season. Mark is an experienced full back who took time out from the game last season to concentrate on family commitments i.e. a new baby. Best wishes to Mark and Craig on the forthcoming season.
