The Lone Rangers

Crucial month, terrible start. Livingston have already secured the automatic relegation spot leaving ourselves, Raith and today's opponents Dunfermline to try and avoid the play-off spot. With a small lead over them all we needed to do was avoid defeat today but a scrappy game saw them run out one goal winners and put our season straight into danger. Three games remaining we're up against it now.


Alloa are sitting pretty watching the dog fight below pan out but they certainly weren't going to do us any favours this time around holding on to a point in a game which did little to advertise the quality of the Scottish Championship. We've struggled to get the ball forward of late and combined with our still worryingly leaky defence its not making for comfortable viewing at this stage of the season.


Aberdeen are all but back in the Premiership but saw fit to push us further away from those dizzying heights with a cruel victory in front of our despondent fans. A fortunate Lee Currie penalty had seemed to secure us a much needed point against the run of play but we couldn't hold out for the final twelve minutes throwing it away by conceding a poor goal with only five of them remaining.



With just one solitary game remaining in May we look the favourites to be thrown into a fight for survival in the relegation play-offs. With Raith and Dunfermline now sitting two points ahead of us we can by all means still manage to fight out of this but with our current poor form and a string of errors blighting morale its going to be a big ask to salvage some form of safety.

Well that's it then. In fitting style for the season we end it without putting up any resistance what so ever. Cowdenbeath are set for the playoffs at the other end of the table and having taken a quick two goal lead within the first half they made sure that the final game of the season would send them off in morale boosting fashion. A convincing loss and only three shots on target. Worrying times.


In the end our result proved to have no baring on how the league would pan out, as both Raith and Dunfermline pick up a victory to leave us high and dry in the relegation playoff spot. A disappointing way to end the season and we've still got a whole series of playoff games to get through as we look to cling on to our place in the Championship.

Ouch this isn't good, hopefully your bad luck in the promotion playoffs (in previous careers) will give you good luck in your relegation playoffs!

First blood the Borderers. Our two remaining Scottish first team members once again came to the clubs rescue. The ever reliable finisher, Lavery opened the scoring with captain, Lee Currie sealing the deal in the second half. We couldn't make it a convincing victory however as Stirling made sure to keep their hopes alive with a goal to reduce the deficit.


In-front of our largest crowd of the season we sealed the deal much to the delight of nearly 2500 fans at Shielfield Park. Once again it was our club icon, Darren Lavery who would do the honours smashing home a game winning goal in the second half to put the game well out of reach of Stirling and cement himself as a fan favourite.

First blood to the minnows. In front of another bumper crowd we throw away the advantage, gifting Queens Park the opening goal following a shocking goal mouth scramble. It was a lead they greedily held on to, frustrating our wingers with some solid defending on the flanks and leaving our usual saviour, Darren Lavery helpless as we slip to a potentially disastrous defeat.


A nerve shredding game at the home of Scottish football finally saw us show what we are capable of. The new face of our English revolution, youth product Andy Vaughan led the charge drawing us level twice following an equaliser from former Celtic man, Anthony Stokes but it was to be the ever reliable and much praised, Darren Lavery who would once again save the club scoring the only goal of extra time to maintain our place in the Championship.

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For the first time under my management we end the season without any awards. Hardly surprising given that we wound up second from bottom of the league. We hardly gave a good account of ourselves in our first season in the Championship but when looking at Livingstons predicament it could have been a hell of alot worse. Fortunately for us it looks like the league could potentially be slightly easier next season as too of the leagues heavyweights, Aberdeen and Kilmarnock make their return to the top flight.

Life in the Championship has thus far been brutal upon us but with another season drawing ever closer we are keen to make amends for our sluggish start.

Super work DJ! Great to see you sruvive via the playoffs!

The fact that Queen's Park had a shot at the Championship is surprising to me (pleasantly), but congrats on you for staying up in that division for another season!

First port of call is to once again ship out our remaining non-English players with us reducing the numbers by a further four, leaving just two left in the team.

Joining them out the exit door was Luke Varney and Banjo both being released at the end of their contracts but the biggest move came with the departures of our two former in form wingers, Bonnett-Johnson and Leahy. Both made incisive moves from the flanks in League One but fell well short of the mark in the Championship and we had no room for those who couldn't match the grade. Its going to be a ruthless window.


Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

New season and new strategy for the Borderers. We got bulled in the middle of the field last season and in an attempt at stopping it we've opted to go for a new 4-5-1 formation. First arrival to get this new era underway is former Stevenage player, Dean Parrett. An all round central midfielder, able to find a crucial pass and win back the ball he is going to make an instant impact this season as a bullish midfielder.



Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

Another one for our bulked out midfield, Jason Smith was released by Tottenham at the end of his contract and jumped at the opportunity to add some experience to his CV. The young midfielder is going to be a key part this season and will be out main man as we look to win back the ball. He will undoubtedly spend a good deal of time covering the entire pitch but with his stamina and strength he'll make his presence felt throughout the pitch. A true work horse.



Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

Alexander McQueen was one of only a few players who came out of last season with his head held high and will remain our starting right-back in the coming season but he will be under some serious pressure from former Everton product James Yates. As a strong defensive presence he will be a formidable wing back at this level and hopefully well into the Premier League.



Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

Another product from Everton, Michael Donohue is a bit of a coup for the team. At just Twenty One he is already drawing attention as potentially one of the leading right midfielders in this division. With a wicked cross, a good eye for the through ball and the physical ability to give defenders nightmares he is set to tear things up in this league. The first team spot is his for the taking and we're keen to unleash him in Scotland.



Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

If you haven't guessed already, we have been raiding the scrap-heap of the Premier League and another gem emerges in the shape of Marc Bola. My staff absolutely love this guy and the former Arsenal youngster certainly looks like he will one day easily boss our centre of defence. Already possessing the ability of most of his elders Bola will be keen to force his way into the starting line-up from day one. Naylor and Dunkley should be worried.



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From: Out of Contract

Another superb capture for the club has us snap up former Manchester United and Leicester wide-man, Jack Barmby. Having never been given a fair crack at the top-flight with the Foxes he is bursting to return to the fray of first team football and a spot on the team-sheet with Berwick proved to be more then enough to temp the attacking winger, North of the border. Another player to give Championship defenders sleepless nights..



Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

Ben O'Hanlon is our current starting left-back but has failed to solidify his spot in the team with a mixed debut season in Northumberland and with the signing of former Arsenal and Reading defender Ormonde-Ottewill he is definitely going to be under some pressure. The nippy wing back has the potential to add to our attacking options down the flanks and will look to make a big impact from the bench this season.



Cost: Free
From: Out of Contract

Our stand-out singing of the season has us eventually land Ruben Loftus-Cheek. The former Chelsea prodigy made Eight appearance for the Blues before his time under Mourinhio eventually ran out. Once heralded as a star product from Chelseas academy he has fallen fairly rapidly from grace following loan spells with Accrington and Crewe but a chance to restart his progress at the heart of our team will soon have him back up to speed.

Now down to just two remaining non-English players. Fittingly it is our two leading stars from our campaigns throughout both League Two and One, Lee Currie and Darren Lavery, Both have played out of their skins to drag the club up to its current dizzying height and despite being surrounded by their Southern neighbours in the dressing room they still feature in and around the first team on a regular basis.

The only cause of concern for the team-sheet comes from the lack of forwards with only the above mentioned Lavery and our very own Home-grown talent, Andy Vaughan being able to ply their trade in the strikers positions. With a lack of talent available and only veteran striker, Carlton Cole presenting us with a viable option, its time to hope that our midfield can provide some goals.

Having survived in the Championship we can afford to cast a wishful glance back towards the Premier League and having picked up a well earned draw against the top flights, Dundee we are certainly showing signs that one day we might actually be able to hold our own in Scotlands hardest league. Wishful thinking for now though.


Or maybe not. Having never beaten our Parent club since they arrived on the scene three seasons ago, we finally put them to the sword as out new formation paid off in style. New signing Parrett scored his first in a Berwick shirt in a strong display from our midfield with us making the Premier League side look distinctly average. Is this a sign for the coming season?


We follow up the impressive victory against Hibs by matching the feat against feeder club, Ashington. The non league minnows have done nothing for us throughout their time linked to us but a three goal victory atleast kept morale sky high as we raced towards the start of the season. The game also saw a farewell goal from the departing Luke Leahy. A good way to end a solid spell in Northumberland.


Another strong showing all be it against a League One side in Dumbarton but a goal from young Andy Vaughan at least eased worries about him being our starting striker in the season to come. Theirs alot of pressure on the young mans shoulders but he is looking very much up to the task. With Hearts and Aberdeen both keeping tabs on him this could be a huge season for our home-grown finisher.


We round off proceedings with another traditional game as we run out winners against another non-league English team, this time in the shape of Gainsborough. A goal from Alex Kitchen ensured he kept his name in the running for the starting line-up despite now having three brand new competitors for his central role in our defence. Competition for a starting spot this season is fierce.

Our first game of the season has us welcome some fallen giants and for the first time under my management we have a battle for power between the mighty Glasgow Rangers and The Wee Borderers from Berwick.

First blood to England. Having suffered a massive setback in their revival, The Gers are back in the Championship and in serious debt. A quick exit in the Challenge Cup, courtesy of our two new wingers did little to ease the mood for the crest fallen club.


Having made light work of Rangers in the first cup game of the season, it would be sensible to think we might have strolled past lowly East FIfe in the League Cup but that would involve us actually not being seemingly cursed. A Darren Lavery goal could do little to spark some life into a lacklustre game as we watched the second round slip through our fingers without much attempt at holding on to it. A poor showing.


First game of the league season is what we've all been waiting for in Berwick, keen to make amends for our poor showing last season and we quickly made up for it, thrashing a stunned Raith by four goals. A couple of penalties certainly helped us on our way but this was a strong showing regardless with even a first competitive goal from Andy Vaughan adding to the delight.


Back to the Challenge Cup and remarkably for us we actually won again. League Two's Arbroath where hardly going to give us a true test but given our form in the competitions previously this is still a big sign of intent from the Borderers. Are we actually looking to win some silverware this season? Best get the trophy cabinet out of storage, we could be on to something here.


Despite the cup teasing us with potential trophies our true aim this season is most certainly the league and another convincing win helped us to continue a strong start. Queen of the South couldn't cope with our five man midfield and they duly capitalised setting up a well worked goal for left-back O'Hanlon and a thumped effort from new-boy Dean Parrett. Six goals in two games. Revenge is sweet.


Final game of the month has our winning streak come to an end but continues our fine showings in the Championship as we hold on to a well deserved point against Falkirk. One of the longest serving teams in the second tier, they have seen it all in this league but hopefully a resurgent Berwick are set to shock them this season.


A sensational start to our second shot at the Championship. Yet to conceed a goal and dictating the play with ease in the three games thus far, this new formation is certainly working wonders at the minute, however we are not taking anything for granted. The same start happened last season and all too soon we found ourselves spiralling down the table. This time around I'm making sure we hold on to what we've earned.

We continue the next month of football much like the last as we claim another well earned victory, this time against Alloa. Having watched us struggle from the safety of mid-table last season we are determined to give them a taste of their own medicine and with a Gainford goal sealing the deal we've pushed them into trouble already. A red card for new boy, Bola was the only down point on an otherwise perfect game.


The league is where it is at for us. Forget the allure of silverware in the cups we want to make an impact in the Championship. Teenage striker, Andy Vaughan has taken well to his high pressure role of lone striker and picked up a late equalising goal for us against high-flying Cowdenbeath. We're still unbeaten and are more then holding our own in the league thus far, bottom to the top in just one month. The resurgent Borderers are on a rampage.


We held hopes of a long awaited trophy in the Challenge Cup but those where soon shattered when League One side, Stenhousemuir dumped us out of the competition in front of our own fans. Shielfield Park has seen a swelling in numbers of late with us nearly reaching the 4500 capacity but based on this game its highly unlikely many will return for any of the cup games to come. We just cant cope with knock out rounds.


Another draw in the league and once again we upset the odds, holding at bay recently relegated Dundee. Like Rangers they are in a dire situation but are keen to claim an immediate return to the Premier League however they certainly aren't finding things easy in the second tier. Our resilient defence and the inspired, James Atkinson between the sticks once again left them frustrated.


Well we might not be losing but we're certainly not racking up the points. Our third draw in four games is another tough game, this time against Ross County. Left winger Jack Barmby has made a big impact upon his arrival from Leicester, picking up two assists already this season and our electric wide man continued his fine form with a goal of his own to salvage a point in the game.


We're still unbeaten in the league but with a serious of fortunate draws behind us many are putting it down to lady luck however our second game against Rangers soon silenced the critics. Jack Barmby again stole the spot light with two superb solo goals to tie things up against one of Scotlands most famous teams but it was the veteran club icon, Darren Lavery who would finish the job scoring a late winner and maintaining our run of sensational form.




Three goals and a series of influental plays, Barmby is on absolute fire in the league. Its fair to say he could have easilly made a name for himself given the opportunity in the English Premier League but we're not going to complain. United and Leicester's loss is certainly our gain as the left winger has us flying high in the Scottish Championship.


Eight games in and we're still holding on to third place. To be totally honest I'm still waiting for our bubble to burst. Last season we topped the table at this point before almost instantly falling to the relegation dog fight. However this time around it does certainly seem slightly more legitimate. The formation is paying off massively, our new signings are running the show in the Championship and we're drawing in big numbers to Shielfield Park.

Great start to the new league season and nice to see a lot more English faces among the squad now! Rangers losing to you twice already this season!

The unbeaten run continues into October as we kick off the month with a tight one goal victory. Right-back Alexander McQueen found his way onto the scoresheet following a rapid counter attacking move and our midfield and defence combined well to shut Raith out of the game. Surely we are beyond the honeymoon period now. Is this some genuine form we are in right now?


With some fortunate draws and narrow victories we might be in the form of our lives thus far but its far from convincing, however a five goal thrashing of Dunfermline certainly put down a marker for our chances this season. The midfield continues to impress running the show for the entire ninety minutes but it was our defence that proved their worth, despite conceding two they combined to score three of their own to make amends.


Despite laying down the law against a struggling Dunfermline we couldnt repeat the feat as we return to our fortunate ways in the very next game salvaging a point late into the game. As he has done throughout his entire career Darren Lavery set about dragging Berwick to the points with a typical game saving goal. The club icon is ever reliable in these situations.




Despite having some stiff competition for a starting spot, following the arrival of James Yates in the summer, Alexander McQueen has out done himself this season so far. Two goals gave him the spotlight this month but some solid defensive displays have ensured he has been a popular player with the fans since his arrival at the team.


We've been in absolutely sensational form since the beginning of this season and another unbeaten month has me scoop up a rare monthly award. The change in formation is so far paying off massively. I've never been a fan of lone strikers but right now I'm more then happy to go against my feelings.


For the second time in two seasons we top the league before the turn of the year. As mentioned numerous times before it didn't exactly end well for us last season but based on our current form and with some sensational displays from our new signings we are looking like early contenders for a promotion run. What a turn-around,

Having thrashed them last month we went into the game confident of progressing in our last chance at silverware this season however Dunfermline appeared to be determined on getting some form of revenge, easily handling our attacking moves and taking apart our usually reliable defence to score two of their own. A disappointing exit but with the league campaign in full swing, we are not going to linger on what could have been.


Once again we come against usually tough opposition in the league and walk out after ninety minutes with all three points. Our defence again holds on to another clean sheet, whilst our fluid midfield tears through Falkirks ranks, picking up a goal for central midfielder, Dean Parrett and left midfielder, Jack Barmby as they go. A great result and another boost to our unexpected promotions push.


Alloa are really struggling in the league but managed to upset the leagues over achievers holding us to a two goal draw. The game was lifeless in the first half but as soon as the second started all hell broke loose with both teams finding the back of the net four times in eight minutes, including two goals for the Borderers within seconds of one another. A bizarre game but a valuable point.


Dundees return to the top flight is failing miserably with them struggling to match the early pace setters. Games against ourselves should have had them running our clear winners but with morale and form all over the shop they seem to be wanting this season over already. Our defence added to their frustrations keeping their attacking players out with ease as they continue to show why they are the most steadfast in the league.


I'm genuinely struggling to understand just how we have been able to turn from a relegation battling team last season into a promotion chasing team with the best defensive record in the league but non the less its certainly enjoyable. A five goal thrashing of second place Cowdenbeath continued our run of good fortune with a hat-trick for our young prodigy Andy Vaughan capping a superb all round display. We're actually building a steady lead here.


Andy Vaughan has taken on the role of lone striker and made it his own with some superb displays. He is already playing well beyond his years, out muscling defenders and winning crucial headers. He looks like he has got plenty more left in the tank and with us seemingly looking at a place in the Premier League he could soon see himself truly tested.


Approaching the half way point of the season we are still yet to beaten and have managed to accumulate a six point lead at the top of the table. Absolutely incredible. At this rate we should have the league in the bag come Valentines day but we're making sure we keep a level head. Its been an unbelievable start for us but having now got ourselves in the position to potentially claim promotion we are determined to make the most of it.

Fantastic start to the league Do you think you can keep the winning streak going?

Fantastic start... not looking great for the other Rangers!! How is Loftus-Cheek fairing for you?

Some great wins and you're really pushing yourself on here

Rangers out of promotion zone?!

And great season so far, looks like you're on your way to the Premiership!

This is the kind of save that excites me!!! I tried to get Elgin City to the SPFL but failed - so I know how patient and determined you have to be to pull a save of like this! Going to be very interesting if you get promoted and going to be exciting to see what type of players you can attract

Having welcomed them to the league with an unexpected thrashing Rangers attempts at salvaging some pride in the rematch results in only a goalless draw as we share the spoils. It was a dull game with neither side willing to push for victory in fear of each others rapid counter-attacks, however another point against a former giant of the game is not to be shrugged at.


Another draw and another boring affair for the fans. This time we couldn't overcome a struggling Ross County, despite fielding our usual first team. On the back of our recent form this was certainly a disappointing result but at least we remain on course to end the year unbeaten. Having bagged a hat-trick in the final game of last month it was hoped Vaughan might hit a vein of goal scoring form. Unfortunately it seems not.


Another draw. Our unbeaten streak is currently hanging on by the skin of its teeth. A penalty and a goal ten minutes from time for Andy Vaughan salvages this one as we manage to fend off Raith. Our position at the top of the table is certainly looking more shaky every game, its not been exactly a dominant unbeaten streak that is for sure.


Another draw. Four on the bounce and our eleventh in just nineteen games. We need to remember how to get the job done in these games but as things stand at the minutes its taking a good deal of luck just to hold on to a solitary point. The game exploded into life in the second half with Raith taking a two goal lead but to our credit we fought back all be it with a fortunate own goal.


And its over. Twenty games into the season and we are finally beaten. Truth be told its been a long time coming and to be completely honest I'm not all that disappointed. By this point our unbeaten streak was resulting in some rather cautious games as we tried desperately not to drop points rather then going for the victory. Hopefully now we can bounce back and push for the points.


And bounce back we did. Queen of the South are sitting nicely in the play-off spots but a resurgent Berwick thrashed them by four goals. Andy Vaughan hits another hat-trick as he continues to impress in his first full season as a starting striker. Our teenage hit-man is quickly living up to his potential and is almost destined to be an absolute star. Either way this boy is set for the Premier League, we can only hope its in a Berwick shirt.


An absolute sensation and certainly one for the future. Having broken into the England under-nineteens team, Vaughan is now very much under the spot-light. A few of the Scottish Premier League teams have already taken a very long look at our own youth product and it won't be long until some of Europes best come knocking for him. Fingers are firmly crossed that our rapid rise up the leagues matches young Vaughans level of ambition.


Having arrived as a back-up left back, Ormode-Ottewill has quickly set about making sure his name jumps to the top of the team-sheet. Having only been introduced following an injury to O'Hanlon he has taken his opportunity like a true professional, stepping up the plate with ease and defying his young years.


We might have only lost just one game but with a shed-load of draws and just nine-victories we are suddenly on the back foot. A determined Rangers have finally started to turn their season around as their expected return to the top flight starts to materialise. Fortunately for us we have a superb defensive record and a goal difference to match. There is still plenty to play for following our spotless start.

A lot of draws lately

We get the new year off with a massive bang. Poor Alloa are sinking without a trace and our rampant midfield are more then willing to take advantage. Andy Vaughan took the spoils as the lofty teenager rose the highest from a series of crosses by the ever impressive wingers who helped themselves to three goals of there own to leave Shielfield Park in raptures.


Dundee have finally started to mount there own push for promotion. Having dropped down the league with Rangers they too have struggled in the early stages of the season but both look set to be well in the running come the end of the season. The game was another that only came into life in the second half and thankfully two of our seasons leading stars, Vaughan and Barmby proved to be enough to hold on to a point.


Andy Vaughan is still finding the back of the net like he's been doing it all his life. The teenager is proving to take to life in the Championship with complete ease and is quickly replacing Darren Lavery as the new fan favourite. With the added pressure of now being a lone front-man the pressure was certainly on but its paying off big time for the Borderers with a solo goal against Ross County adding to his impressive tally.


Our second loss of the season and our first at home. Having gone almost half of the season without a loss, result like this are still proving to be somewhat of a shock for the Berwick faithful. Its easy to forget just how surprising our current league standing is with the club battling at the top of the table after just over one season in the league, non the less a loss to our title chasing rivals is a big dent to our hopes of clinging on to this lofty position.


Rangers are currently on their best run of the season and have quickly become the favourites to claim the title, however we managed to fortunately snatch a point late into the game courtesy of our ever reliable midfielder Loftus-Cheek. The former Chelsea man has taken over from club legend, Lee Currie and has filled his boots very well, providing some solid displays and largely running the show in the middle of the pitch.


He is tearing this league to pieces, which is fantastic for our hopes of an unexpected promotion, however it comes with the unwanted attention of a whole host of top end clubs. So far Vaughan is happy to stay with the club and has a lengthy contract for the next 3 seasons, how long he remains happy with it remains to be seen.


The biggest arrival in our transfer window pays off with a monthly award for Loftus-Cheek. Largely he keeps his head down in the middle of the field, running the show without drawing to much attention to himself with some hard working and diligent displays, however in the turn of the year he finally appears to have drawn the recognition he deserves.


We're back on top as we barrel towards the end of the season. Cowdenbeath and Rangers remain hot on our heals , with even Dundee joining in to what is going to be a frantic finale to the season. Our start of season might have caught them off guard but we are now fighting for the title with all we have, praying for the end of season.

Keep up the good work, looking forward to see how this pans out.

Getting closer and closer to the land of the top tier! Rangers still unable to beat you!

Not bad month

Dunfermline are struggling in the Championship and look set for another season toying with relegation back to League One, however they managed to have some say in the race for the title, holding us to a frustrating draw despite wingers, Donohue and Barmby both firing us into the lead. Another draw for the growing tally, this time however I was happy to cling on to the point.


They are starting to rack up again, Queen of the South this time frustrate us on the road. The play-off chasers have fallen down the rankings of late but claimed a well earned point despite having a player sent off late into the game. We still need to be far more ruthless if we are too ensure we are serious contenders for the title with just seven games remaining,


That's more like it. The midfield got this one started as Parrett and Loftus-Cheek both picked up a goal each within the opening ten minutes, with Naylor and the ever impressive Vaughan adding to the score-sheet as we claimed a much needed and impressive Victory. With three teams all eager and willing to push us out of the automatic spot results like this need to come thick and fast.


Despite picking up just four points from a possible nine, we remain a-top of the table. Its going to be a tough ask to keep the chasing pack at bay but none of us expected to even be in this position come the business end of the season. We are determined to cap this already remarkable season, a play-off spot is the bare minimum now. We are going all out to enter the Premier League.

Thats the way. Every game counts right now, in our attempts at somehow out running the recently relegated duo of Rangers and Dundee. Right-back Alexander McQueen got us off to the best possible start as he continues to impress on the attack, with two of this seasons best performers, Jack Barmby and Andy Vaughan continuing their run of form with a goal each to seal the deal.


Another important victory. Alloa are all but in League One having flopped all season and we soon added another nail to their coffin with three well placed goals. Naylor smashed home another from a well worked set-piece, whilst tricky right winger, Donohue turned on the style to score a fine solo effort and a thumped half volley. Three more for the tally. As long as we're not losing we cant be caught.


Well that didn't help. Our final chance at distancing ourselves from Dundee resulted in disappointment as a goal three minutes from time scuppered our plans. We gave them as good as we got and looked set to take a well earned point following a gritty game against the rapidly climbing Dees but we just couldn't close out the game conceding an uncharacteristic sloppy goal to leave Shielfield Park in silence.


Donohue has been dominating left backs for the entire season and is rapidly developing into a star player. His drive and determination make him crucial to just about ever attacking move we make, with only Jack Barmby able to match him for pace. The duo have proved to be a huge influence on our incredible season and have made Andy Vaughan's debut season one to remember with a hat full of assists.


That one result against Dundee proved to be pivotal as they finally overhaul us and kick us out of the automatic spot after just two months. To their credit Dundee have absolutely shot up the league, tearing teams apart as they mount a determined push for the top flight. Having won every game this month we can only sit-back and admire as they romp towards the end of season.

Narrow but much needed we pick up three points against a frustrated Ross County. Looking set for another season in mid-table they have little to play for at this stage of the season however they nearly managed to destroy our season with just four games remaining, however an early goal from Andy Vaughan proved to be enough to claim the victory.


Frustrating but deserved, Cowdenbeath derail our attempts at a winning push towards the end of season as a thrilling end to the game has us share the spoils. Cowdenbeath have been left behind by the rest of the automatic chasing teams but still remain determined to claim a play-off spot. We nearly snatched the win with another Vaughan goal one minute from time however a goal reply straight from kick-off soon ended any early celebrations.


We complete an unbeaten season against Rangers as we again demolish them at Ibrox. Vaughan ensures he remains the man of the moment with an early goal and theres even a chance for fan favourite Darren Lavery to snatch a rare goal from the bench, rounding off an impressive showing from the Borderers. It looks like we are certainly about to overthrow them as the best Rangers in the country.


I can't overstate just how important this young lad has been for the club. At just seventeen years of age Vaughan has emerged as not only our lead striker but as one of the best in the League, if not the entire country. A place in the England youth setup is well deserved and he continues to draw attention from across Europe. Contract negotiations need to be done quickly if were to hold on to our man.


Back on top following an unbeaten month, all be it by goal-difference alone. Our impressive defensive record has us Eighteen goals ahead of Dundee but it comes down to just one final game to round off this incredible season. We need to only better or match Dundees result to ensure us of a spot in Scotlands top flight. Its a massive fixture and one that will have a massive impact upon the future of the Wee Rangers.