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Community councillor quits to boost interest

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Unless community councillors are elected, they are not truly representative of their communities, says one Earlston councillor who has now quit.

Councillor John Paton-Day told The Southern he can no longer remain on the village’s community body.

And he says there will be many other community councillors around the Borders, unelected by voters, who 
also feel uncomfortable about the situation they find themselves in.

“There are a number of reasons for my decision, the main one being that I, along with most community councillors across the Borders, was not elected by a vote to represent the community – we are there by default as not enough names are put forward to trigger a vote,” Mr Paton-Day told The Southern.

He went on: “The general opinion for this lack of interest is that people are not interested or are happy with the status quo.

“I do not agree, it is my belief that not enough energy is put into informing the 
community of the value of community councils and of being a member, especially around community council elections.

“There are changes coming to the set up of our community councils and I hope that those changes will go some way to encourage more people to put themselves forward.

“I know that there are many that do not agree with me, but I have to be true to what I believe.

“I shall continue to stand up for Earlston, Redpath and district and will continue to do all I can to encourage 
others to put themselves forward for election to our community councils and hopefully in the future we will have true representation.”

Trevor Jones, chairman of the Community Councils Network in the Borders, sympathises with Mr Paton-Day’s stance.

He told us: “John would like community councils to be stronger, as we all would, and feels the best way for that to happen is to have elections. The problem is if you don’t have enough people coming forward to trigger an election, what else can you do?”

And, as if to underline the problem, there was news this week that the Jed Valley Community Council will be going into abeyance for six months, after the failure to raise the required minimum of six valid nominations.

Scottish Borders councillor Sandy Scott, Returning officer, said: “I have no doubt that the absence of a community council in the 
area will be felt over the 
next few months until I am able to call for nominations again.”


Court’s open day ‘snub’ raises closure concerns

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The Scottish Courts Service has dismissed claims that the future of Selkirk Sheriff Court is in doubt after it was left off a list of facilities which will open their doors to the public.

A total of 18 courts in Scotland are on the tour, which began last Saturday and ends on September 28, but neither Selkirk or Jedburgh are included.

That has heightened fears that both could be axed in favour of a justice centre being set up in Galashiels.

Already, Duns and Peebles sheriff courts are scheduled to close in January 2015, with a joint integrated justice services study under way with Scottish Borders Council.

Selkirk MSP John Lamont said: “There is no point in showing off a facility if you are planning to shut it, and by snubbing our courts it can only mean that their future is still under threat.

“There can be no doubt whatsoever about the negative effect that shutting the courts in Selkirk and Jedburgh would have on our justice system.

“The setting up of a justice centre would only further this harm and it is staggering that after the first round of cuts they would consider shutting more.”

But an SCS spokesman said Selkirk Sheriff Court chose to take part in Scott’s Selkirk rather than its Doors Open Day tour.

“It is the decision of staff at each individual court if they wish to participate,” he added, with the National Library of Scotland and the National Archives of Scotland taking part in this year’s Scott’s Selkirk on December 7.

Season starts for Selkirk society

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The first meeting of the new session of the Antiquarian Society will be held on Wednesday, September 18, at 7.30pm, in St Joseph’s Church Hall.

Dinah Iredale, from north Northumberland, will present a talk on The Bondagers.

Annual membership is £6 and non members £2 per session. All are welcome.

Scottish Cup round-up

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A LATE revival by Gala Fairydean Rovers prevented a Borders whitewash in the opening round of the Scottish Cup yesterday.

Playing at the Netherdale 3G Arena visitors Glasgow University through Mark Solley, in the second minute, but the hosts levelled just before the half hour when Marc Berry found the net.

A draw looked to be very much on the cards as the game headed into the last quarter of an hour until Jason Inglis put Gala in front with a close range header. Stuart Noble made the final score 3-1 in the dying minutes.

At Yarrow Park Selkirk were put to the sword by Highland boys Turriff United. Turiff went ahead a minute before half time when Cammie Bowden found the net but the hosts equalised through Jacob Crolla just after the restart.

Gary McGowan slotted away a penalty on 74 minutes before adding a second six minutes later for the visitors to run out 3-1 winners.

Hawick Royal Albert were beaten 1-0 by St Cuthberts Wanderers at Albert Park, Grant Middlemass scoring the only goal of the game, while Coldstream were trounced 6-0 by Wick Academy.

Up at Brora Vale of Leithen paid the penalty for some poor discipline when having four men sent-off before being beaten 1-0.

James Young, John Ross Kerr, Scott Gormley and Eddie Mearns were all sent packing while boss Chic McAleavy also went into the book.

Brora skipper Steven MacKay bagged a last gasp winner for the hosts.

Fears grow for missing Hawick man

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Police are appealing for information to help trace a man reported missing in Hawick.

Kevin Shiel, from Noble Place, was last seen outside his home on Tuesday, September 10. However, the 46-year-old has since failed to make contact with friends or family and concern is growing for his welfare.

A member of the family said: “Kevin, please get in touch with any of us to let us know that you’re safe and well.

“Any problems that you may have been worried about have now been sorted.Please come home.”

Kevin requires medication for various health issues and it’s not known if he has taken any of his medication with him.

Anyone who thinks they have seen him since last Tuesday is asked to contact the police.

Kevin is described as white, 6ft 2ins tall, heavy build, with short dark brown hair that is thinning on top. He wears glasses. It is believed he will be wearing either a green zip-up fleece or a blue anorak. He may also be in possession of a rucksack with purple flashes.

A Police Scotland spokesman said: “Kevin has access to money and is able to travel easily. He has previously visited various locations across the Borders, Edinburgh and into England to view art exhibitions and we are eager to hear from anyone who believes they have seen him in the past week.

“Similarly, we would also urge Kevin to get in touch with police or loved ones as soon as possible and let us know he’s safe and well.”

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Missing Hawick returns home

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A 46-year-old Hawick man returned home safe and well on Tuesday night, a week after being reported missing. His family had appealed for him to come home.

Concern about Kevin Shiel’s whereabouts was exacerbated by the fact that he takes medication and it was not known if had taken it with him.

Yarrow and Ettrick Show prizewinners

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Record numbers of show-goers enjoyed fine weather at Yarrow and Ettrick Show at Carterhaugh, Selkirk on Saturday. The main trophy winners are as follows:

SHEEP: Overall sheep champion - T Renwick & Sons, Blackhouse; South Country Cheviot: champion - Messrs Hume, Sundhope; opposite sex to champion - W N Douglas, Catslackburn; ewe lambs - W S & G S Easton, Langhope; female group - W N Douglas; male group - W N Douglas; mixed group - W N Douglas; North Country Cheviot: champion - A Cowens, Philiphaugh; Park Sheep: champion - A Cowens; Prime lambs - Ewan Pate, Craigsfordmains; Bluefaced Leicester: champion - R A McClymont, Kirkstead; Overall Park Sheep Champion - A Cowens; Blackfaced Sheep: champion - T Renwick & Sons; opposite sex to champion - T Renwick & Sons; shearling ram - T Renwick & Sons; ewe - T Renwick & Sons; female group - T Renwick & Sons; male group - S McClymont, Tinnis; most points group classes - S McClymont; most successful exhibitor - T Renwick & Sons; CATTLE; best group cows and calves - S McClymont; best suckled calves - J F Irving, Mountbenger; best calf born in year of show - Alan Grieve, Helmburn; champion calf - J F Irving, Mountbenger; FIELD AND GARDEN: vegetables - Wat Jeffrey; dahlias - Margot Hume; flowers - Sheila Tyldesley; trade stand - Thomas Sherriff & Co, Stow; WALKING STICKS: cleek - Philip Roskell; stick - Robert Philips, reserve Philip Roskell; novice- Robert Philips; INDUSTRIAL: overall preserves, baking and industrial champion - Jane Telfer; preserves - Margaret Watson; baking - Jane Telfer; best baking exhibit - Jane Telfer; industrial - Carole Howden; floral art - Marjory Tennant; best exhibit in juvenile section - Lucy Jamieson; HORSES: champion - Lucy Brown, Waxwing Rosary; 13.2hh - 14.2hh - Alison Kennedy, Poliska Dancer; 12.2hh - 13.2hh - Lucy Brown, Waxwing Rosary; under 12.2hh - Emma Brown, Thistledown Woodpecker; best girl rider in the 13.2hh class - Nicola Beatie; lead rein - Katie McDonald, Smartie; Hunters: small hunter - Melissa Mactaggart, Sir William John; hunter over 15.2hh - John Wilson, Silver Dream Spirit; ridden hunter Melissa Mactaggart, Sir William John; in hand - Clive Storey, Mr Keane; brood mare - David Burns, Westend Girl; foal - Stephen Murray, Rachan Wonderful Westend Boy; Working Hunter: open - Dawn Edgar, Florence; champion - Mary Douglas, Elcon Mr Chatterbox; Mountain and Moorland: in hand Welsh Section C/D - Lesley Parker, Hopewood First Edition; in hand champion - Evelyn Hardie, Portnadoran Breeze; ridden - Lesley Parker, Hopewood First Edition; Coloured: champion - Vicky Russell, Ballinfull Lady; overall horse champion - Lesley Parker, Hopewood First Edition; Show Jumping: 12.2hh and under - Katy McFadyen, Beauty; highest placed local entry - Milly Coltherd, Midge; 13.2hh and under - Duncan McFadyen, Bounty II; 14.2hh and under - Ellie Meldrum; over 14.2hh Scarlett Potter, Sally; open - Ellie Meldrum; Junior mounted sports: lead rein - Jessica McLaren; 8 years and under - Emma Scott Watson; 9 - 10 years - Katy McFadyen; 11 - 12 years - Duncan McFadyen; 13-15 years - Ellie Meldrum.

Warm-hearted swimmers take on ‘coldest’ loch for Rowan’s Trust

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It started with a New Year chat – but nine months on Richard Minnikin and 16 other swimmers handed over a £2,000 cheque to the Rowan Boland Memorial Trust.

The team took on the five-kilometre length of St Mary’s Loch in August in aid of the charity.

And former Braw Lad Roddy Gladstone donned the wetsuit twice to swim what is reputed to be the coldest loch in Scotland.

Richard said: “Sandy Blacklock and myself had a chat at New Year and I said swimming the length of St Mary’s Loch was something I have always wanted to do.

“So we began training in Galashiels Swimming Pool in January and people would ask us what we were doing and wanted to join us. It grew arms and legs from there and we ended up getting more and more people joining us.

“We took to training in St Mary’s Loch in May and you noticed straight away it was cold and choppier than the pool – but it was also a fantastic feeling.”

The darkness of the loch water took a bit of getting used to, but the swimmers were given guidance by Charlie Roberts, who was part of the team.

“There is a special technique for swimming in open water and Charlie helped us with that,” said Richard, adding: “He kept saying, ‘Get your head under the water’, which was so hard to begin with, but eventually you just had to do it.”

As for helping the Rowan Boland Memorial Trust, Richard said it was a perfect fit for added motivation for the challenge.

He added: “It is such a worthwhile cause and was a privilege to raise money for the trust.

“It was a great experience and we hope to do it again next year, but hopefully make it more organised and get more people involved.”

The full team of 17 swimmers to tackle St Mary’s Loch was: Richard Minnikin, Gemma and Charlie Roberts, Gillian Bryson, Graham Pogson, Donald McNeill, Alasdair Clipston, Rachel Fagan, Rachel Lawrie, Stuart Barrie, Lauren Cameron, Jonathan Taylor, Roddy Gladstone, Sandy Blacklock, Matthew Bushell, and Toby and Neil Vint.


Under-20s swan song for Sophie

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JEDBURGH athlete Sophie Elder finished her season on a high by achieving a PB at the UK Development League Final in Birmingham.

Sophie, 19, was competing for Team Edinburgh in the Under-20 women’s 400 metres and lined up beside some of the best junior athletes in the UK, coming a commendable fifth in 59.36 seconds.

This was Sophie’s last race as an under-20 as she moves up into the under-23 category next season. Team Edinburgh came second overall in the final, fighting off competition from top clubs such as Shaftesbury and Birchfield Harriers. Eton and Hounslow were the overall winners.

Silver lining for captain Karen

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KAREN MAXWELL, from Jedburgh, had the honour of being Scottish captain for the Junior Orienteering Home Internationals in South Wales last weekend.

The team couldn’t quite get the better of England and finished in second place.

In the fifth round of the Scottish League there were good results for Roxburgh Reivers members. John Tullie and Lindsey Knox ended second in their age groups, while Ian Maxwell was third and Kirstin Maxwell fourth.

The next club event is at Gala Hill on September 28. More information at www.roxburghreivers.org.uk

Championship riders go the distance in Cheviot Hills

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ONCE the preserve of the Border Reivers, the rolling Cheviot Hills rang to the noise of hooves again earlier this month.

But this time with peaceful intent. The annual championships of the Scottish Endurance Riding Club, based at Kelso Racecourse and sponsored by Simple System horse feeds, took riders south-east of the town into the Cheviots for an exhilarating 60km circuit in fine autumn weather.

More than 200 entries were taken for the weekend, which began gently on Friday afternoon with a pleasure ride heading north-west through stubble fields. The real action started on Saturday morning, as riders set off on the flagship class – the two-day 160km ride – and 80km race route.

Fortified that evening by a dinner provided by the racecourse catering team, riders set off again the following morning, those doing the two-day classes fully aware that this was their chance to improve upon their overnight places.

A thrilling racing finish between three contenders for first place in the 80km class resulted in victory for Iain Paterson and Tannasg Primo Dancer, beating last year’s winner Diane Michie and Skylarks Discovery by a whisker.

The finish of the two-day 160km class saw Liz Booth and Zalah cross the line some 30 minutes ahead of Marina MacArthur and Ringing Solitaire.

Lower down the distance scale, the 2013 novice championship was won by Anne Short and Cumbria Khafifa who, with a speed of 12.98kph, came as close as they dared to the 13kph maximum speed for their 50km class to win the trophy.

Wiggo and co draw the crowds, despite the clouds

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A huge turnout of cycling enthusiasts congregated on Sunday morning to cheer the Tour of Britain through the Borders.

Despite the atrocious weather conditions, spectators lined routes in Peebles, Selkirk, Ashkirk, Hawick and Newcastleton before the cyclists, including top Brits Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish, rode on to finish the first stage at Drumlanrig Castle, Dumfries.

In Peebles 10 local cafes opened their doors early and gave away free Tour of Britain mugs to the first customers through the door, and at the race start 98 youth riders from Peebles Cycling Club and Kranked Cycling Club led the professional riders out of the town on the neutralised start, which drew huge cheers from the crowd.

Because it was the first stage of the race, Peebles was fortunate that the riders had been in the area from Saturday and Cavendish, with the Omega Pharma-Quick Step team, drew large crowds in Cocoa Black on Saturday afternoon when they arrived for refreshments.

Cavendish commented: “We went into Peebles and it was pretty crazy, and I think that is exciting.

“The crowds were unbelievable, even in the bad weather.

“That’s testament not only to how big cycling has become in the country across all disciplines, but for the amount of times this race had been on and what it’s become.

“The standard of the teams that come here is phenomenal.

“In terms of racing quality, it’s as big as some of the bigger-category races, so I think it should have no problem in the future becoming a biggercategory event and having an even bigger field.”

Councillor Stuart Bell told The Southern: “The Borderers have really embraced this event, which pulls in greater numbers of spectators year after year.

“There were huge crowds in Peebles from very early in the morning and, despite the rain, the Tour of Britain cyclists were fantastic with the crowds and especially with the children, which added to the great atmosphere on the day.”

In the event it was Elia Viviani who claimed victory on the gruelling opening stage of the Tour.

Viviani outsprinted compatriot Alessandro Petacchi and 2013 Milan San Remo winner Gerald Ciolek at the end of the 209 kilometres, which lasted over six hours.

Local shop Calzeat won the window dressing competition with a brilliantly-creative cycling themed display.

Anniversary antics for Teviotdale

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THE first race of Teviotdale Harriers’ 125th year celebrations saw a good turnout in Wilton Lodge Park for the Christie Cup Race.

The U15/17 Boys was a close finish with Harry Marshall just nipping Nathanael Jones on the line.

The women’s race was also a battle – between Ann Renwick, who led from the start, and Donna Inglis, with the latter the stronger finisher taking the honours in the last 10 metres.

Coach Alan Inglis said: “We had a total of 41 runners across the various age groups and saw some excellent individual performances.”

Results

Girls: 1, C. Blaikie; 2, S. Allott; 3, L. Ash. Fastest actual time: C. Blaikie.

Boys: 1, F. Clyne; 2, L. Renwick; 3, S. Allott. Fastest actual time: F. Clyne.

U15/U17 Boys: 1, H. Marshall; 2, N. Jones; 3, J. Waugh. Fastest actual time: H. Marshall.

Ladies: 1, D. Inglis; 2, A. Renwick; 3, S. Grieve. Fastest actual time: P. Paxton.

Men: 1, C. Marshall; 2, P. Lockie; 3, J. McHugh. Fastest actual time D. Scott.

Rovers show who’s boss

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ROVERS broke the deadlock through a well-worked goal from Steven Aries after being set up by an Andrew McFarlane headed lay-off.

Sean Clark put Hawick further ahead by polishing off a good build-up between Mark Philbin and Alan Innes.

The home side kept their foot on the gas and McFarlane, Clark and Jory Robertson all came near to adding to the Teri outfit’s tally.

After goalkeeper Kevin Miller had thwarted St Boswells with a superb stop, Rovers struck again through another Clark strike.

Waverley have final say in Division A duel

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IN WHAT turned out to be a humdinger of a game, Leithen got off to a dream start by taking the lead in the first minute through Alan McMath.

But Waverley came bouncing back and grabbed an equaliser with a Taylor Hope strike.

Leithen, however, soon regained their advantage when Simon Philbin netted from the penalty spot.

The action continued to flow at a fast pace and after latching onto a through a ball from Ryan Shepherd, Hope equalised for a second time before the Teries edged ahead via an own goal.

A minute from half-time, Waverley’s Scott Craig was red-carded for retaliating after having been fouled.

Early in the second period, Leithen drew level with the goal of the game when Darren Thomson found the net with a superb strike.

But Waverley were to have the last laugh when substitute Luke Cooper notched the winner, touching home a Liam Lavery cross.


Jed win out in battle of Legions

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JED ran out winners in this top-of-the-table Division B clash with both teams matching each other in the early stages.

Hawick came close to opening the scoring from a corner before Jed sent the ball crashing against the bar.

Two headed goals from Barrie Melrose either side of half-time and a Daniel Gillie strike in the second period sealed the points for the hosts, with their resolute defence limiting the visitors to few chances.

Match day and ball sponsor: Oregon Timber.

Burnett strike fails to save the day for outplayed Kelso

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UNITED were well beaten at home in their East of Scotland First Division tie against a youthful and well organised Berwick side, writes George Riley.

The home team never got into the game and were outplayed for most of the match.

The seasiders took the lead after 15 minutes when a cross found striker Connor Scott at the near post and Johnny Fairbairn added another on the half-hour mark.

United had a half-chance minutes later when Darren Bowie rose to head a Chris Black free kick, but the defender’s header went wide.

The visitors increased their advantage after Shaun Meikle’s effort was parried by Elliott Turnbull to Jordan Davidson who powered a shot goal wards. Unfortunately for Kelso, Chris Black, trying to defend, put his header into the net.

The home side reduced the deficit when substitute Liam Wallace found Des Burnett in the box. The striker’s shot was fumbled by Berwick keeper Lyle Sloan, but the number nine followed up to ram the ball over the line.

The danger was always coming down the right from Berwick and again it proved to be in the 76th minute when Lewis Turner beat two defenders before passing to Greig Tulloch who rifled home.

Kelso’s day got worse 10 minutes from time when Turnbull was shown the red card for upending Keith Buckley in the box.

The resultant penalty from Brady was saved by Burnett who donned the keeper’s jersey.

Penalty pain for Selkirk as Highlanders take tie

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Two refereeing decisions cost Selkirk a place in the second round of the Scottish Cup, claimed manager Mike McKinnon.

One, the awarding of a penalty to visitors Turiff United for a seemingly-soft challenge in the 74th minute.

And the other, not to give Selkirk the same for a similar offence 10 minutes later.

The Selkirk boss let his frustration loose following the second incident, earning him a quick talking to from referee Mack, but agreed after the game that he thought both challenges deserved to be penalised.

“On the whole the referee was good, but to me the whole game rested on those penalty decisions. Yes, the first one was a penalty, but then so was the challenge on us. If it wasn’t then why did he not book our boy for diving? If he had given us that penalty we would have been right back in it.

“Turiff are a top side and they pass the ball about well. We just didn’t have that belief in the first half and, although it was there in the second half, those two goals killed us.”

Stand-in skipper Cammy Bowden and Gary McGowan, who scored twice with one coming from the penalty spot, got the goals which saw Turriff head home from the Borders last Saturday with a comfortable win.

“We did what we had to do against a Selkirk side which was better than we had been led to believe they would be,” said Turiff manager Mark Simpson.

“When they equalised early in the second half, we were able to up the tempo and win the game quite comfortably.”

In a game which was played at a fast and furious pace from the off, it took the visitors until just before the half-time whistle to notch the opener.

Selkirk came out for the resumption firing on all cylinders – and in the 58th minute Jacob Crolla scored after a Phil Addison shot on goal was knocked away by Turiff keeper Steven Coutts. The big striker belted the ball into the back of the net.

McGowan’s penalty was followed up by a great strike which granted Turiff passage through to the next round.

Despite not making it to the next stages of the cup, McKinnon was quick to praise the performance of his team and is looking for the same kind of commitment in the weeks ahead.

“I know the Scottish Cup brings playing levels up, but they have got to go out and do that in the league now if they want to get anywhere,” he added.

Inglis ignites Gala

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GLASGOW UNIVERSITY won’t be inviting Jason Inglis up to Scotland’s largest city for a night out anytime soon, writes Kenny Paterson.

The defender scored Gala Fairydean Rovers’ vital second goal in this frantic Scottish Cup first round tie. He said: “I faced Glasgow last year with Selkirk in the Scottish Cup when we won 2-0.

“I thought they were a lot better this time, and I was impressed with their fitness. Their goalkeeper (Derick Moore) made loads of great saves, but we kept trying to play football. It was my first goal for the club and I am delighted because it was such an important one.”

Gala were massive favourites for this tie, but fell behind after only two minutes. Paul Gallacher’s speculative 30-yard effort seemed to be covered by John Dodds, only for the ball to find the corner of the net.

Gala responded well, dominating possession with their attractive passing style, but failed to break through Glasgow’s defence. When they did, Moore was in superb form, denying Inglis and Sean Paliczka’s headers.

He palmed away another Paliczka effort before the equaliser finally arrived when Marc Berry skipped inside his marker to fire a shot high into the net on 26 minutes.

Both teams seem to tire in the second period, in particular Gala, as the game became an end to end encounter.

The double substitution of Des Sutherland and Stuart Noble brightened up the homesters attacking options, but also left Gala exposed in midfield.

But, against the run of play, a Dean McColm corner somehow made it to Inglis who could not miss with a one yard header.

And home nerves among the 250-plus crowd were finally settled when Noble’s low shot hit both posts, and crossed the line.

Gala Fairydean Rovers: J. Dodds, B. Miller, S. Greene, J. Inglis, K. Collins, D. Bonnar, D. McColm (A. Nicol 84), C. Jardine (D. Sutherland 55), J. Gibson (S. Noble 55), S. Paliczka, M. Berry.

Committed Royalists edged out by Saints in first round

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Although showing no shortage of effort and all round commitment Hawick Royal Albert tumbled out of the Scottish Cup at Albert Park in this first round tie.

After Hawick central defender Paul Russell had denied South of Scotland outfit Saint Cuthbert Wanderers an early goal in clearing a Craig Rudd shot off the line, the Albert had a great chance to open the scoring.

However, Kevin Strathdee headed wide on meeting a well-flighted cross by Declan Hogg.

Wanderers began to gain the edge following this but failed to conjure up many scoring opportunities.

In the 39th minute though, the ‘Saints’ broke the deadlock. Calum McLean floated a corner kick into a crowded goalmouth and Adam Johnstone knocked the ball into the path of Grant Middlemiss who fired home.

Early in the second half, Hawick keeper Dean Fry presented Wanderers from going further ahead in pulling off a fine save from Rudd.

Minutes later Rudd was robbed of a goal by the woodwork when seeing a shot cannon off the post.

Saints were looking the likelier side, but as the match progressed the Albert began to come more into the picture in launching some direct attacks.

With seven minutes remaining, the visitors were reduced to 10 men when McLean was given his marching orders for a second bookable offence.

In a hectic finish, Hawick almost snatched a dramatic equaliser.

Substitute Gary Shillinglaw sent in a cross which Andy Noble met with a diving header. It looked a goal all the way but ‘Saints’ keeper Jack Johnston put paid to this in diving at full length to tip away Noble’s effort for a really magnificent save.

Summing up the game, Hawick coach John Fettes told The Southern: “It was a disappointing result as we didn’t play as well as we could have.

“We could well have got a draw though had their keeper not pulled off a fantastic save from Andy Noble’s header in the last minute. That’s the way it goes though and we will just have to move on.”

Hawick Royal Albert: D. Fry, S. Loughlin (G. Johnston), S. Russell (G. Shillinglaw), P. Russell (P. Keenan), A. Williamson, M. McKenzie, A. Noble, I. Zenati, K. Strathdee, D. Hogg, P. Brown.

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