After a meeting with the SFA on Thursday past we were informed that warm up matches can be played from the 12th of September and we have lined up a number of warm up games with a indicative date of mid October for the league to kick off . We have Bonnyrigg Rose ,Craigroyston , Stirling University ,Leith Athletic and Gala Fairydean lined up for games . The arrangement for these games are difficult to say the least with players being asked to arrive stripped ready to play the match and leave with kit on after the match with dressing rooms and showers at this time still not being permitted to be used . Not only that but Government guidelines still will not allow any spectators in the stadiums for these matches and possibly into the start of official games should they start as per predictions, with strictly only players and officials allowed . These directions can change for the better in coming week’s and can also become even more strict if the pandemic starts to peak again .We all realise that arrangement cant go on as clubs have bills to pay and can not sustain any lengthy period of time without supporters the lifeblood of our game at this level . Not only for the community but the well being of the supporters who look forward to their local football match every Saturday. Please stay safe and hopefully in the coming weeks the government will allow some spectators back into grounds .
Category: Club News
PHILIP FLEMING
It is with sadness that we have to inform of another Broxburn character having passed away .Philip Fleming passed away on Friday night with his family by his side . Philip was a character that was always at the front of anything he does as he done it with pride . He was often at Broxburn Athletics’ games and there is many a tale everybody could tell about their experiences whilst Philip was around . Everybody at the club sends their deepest sympathy to all his family and friends at this sad time .Philip you will be sadly missed by all . RIP
GETTING BACK
As everybody will be aware by now we have been given the go ahead for a return to training from Monday .There are still many restrictions during this initial period and we can only hope that the situation improves to allow further restrictions to be lifted in due course . Any rumours about restart dates are just that, there is nothing in concrete about this and the situation is being monitored and we will be advised if and when any form of games, friendlies/official, can be organised or indeed if supporter’s will be allowed into grounds and any limits put on these .We will keep you informed as soon as any news is given to us through our media sources . Lets hope we can all get back to enjoying watching and participating in the game we all love
WILLIAM GALLOWAY DONATIONS
Everybody at the club would like to thank the family and friends of William Galloway , who passed away recently , who have donated in Willie’s memory the sum of £390 after his funeral and online . This is much appreciated at this difficult time and we will make sure the donation will be put to good use .Once more thank you all and stay safe .
Cowley signs on at The Albyn
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The midfielder joins Broxburn Athletic from Lowland League side University of Stirling.
WILLIAM GALLOWAY FUNERAL DETAILS
William Galloway’s funeral will take place on Wednesday afternoon at Livingston crematorium .Unfortunately during this pandemic we have been informed that it will be restricted numbers with family only at the crematorium .Anybody wishing to show their respects may line the street where he lives at Pyothall where the cortege will be leaving at 1.20pm before travelling through Broxburn on his way to Livingston
WILLIAM GALLOWAY (AKA BUBBLES)
It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of life long supporter William Galloway (aka Bubbles) (70) .
Despite his handicap he still followed us all over the country and was very vocal in his support of the club and was not shy about backing the club financially as well . Bubbles will be sadly missed by all and our thoughts go out to his family and friends at this sad time .RIP Billy
RACE NIGHT RESULTS
A big thank you to all of you who took part in our virtual race night on Saturday Night you helped raise £474 for the club which is much appreciated in these hard times . A big thank you to Christine Dunbar who donated £40 of vouchers for Giannino’s restaurant ,we thank her very much for that kind gesture . The following are a list of all the winners
RACE ONE HORSE 1 ALBYN RESIDENT IAN SLOAN
RACE TWO HORSE 8 LAST ORDERS HEATHER McCORMICK
RACE THREE HORSE 7 LOUBIE LOU GORDON LOWDEN
RACE FOUR HORSE 2 CANAL TURN JOHN McCORMICK
RACE FIVE HORSE 4 RUSTY NAIL JOHN PAKE
RACE SIX HORSE 1 GOLDEN BOY DONNA SQUIRES
RACE SEVEN HORSE 1 STAY SAFE BRIAN HUNTER
RACE EIGHT HORSE 3 GAME CHANGER LESLEY PAKE
RACE NINE HORSE 5 ROUSETT CHRIS TOWNSLEY
RACE TEN HORSE 6 CAL CAL LYNNE DUTTON
The raffle drawn by Number generator was as follows First prize £40 of Giannino’s voucher’s was won by Elizabeth Cunningham . second prize of Broxburn Athletic merchandise was won by Ronnie Alexander . Third and fourth prize’s of Scottish cup history books about clubs from West Lothian written and researched by Gus Martin . They were won by Alan Cunningham and Robin Farrell .
Congratulations to all the winners and thank you all for your input . STAY SAFE
RACE NIGHT DATE
We will be holding a race night on Saturday the 11th July at 7pm for the club with an added raffle through Jim Provan’s face book which will go live .For every horse bought for the race night for £5 you will also get a free raffle ticket .Extra raffle tickets can be bought for £2 each . The prize’s are as follows 1st prize is £40 of vouchers for Giannino’s restaurant , kindly donated by Christine Dunbar . A second prize is Broxburn Athletic merchandise including Scarf , Tammy , Water bottle , Enamel pin badge and Commemorative Scottish cup mug all with the Broxburn Ath Badge on . (Merchandise can be bought through club sources ) . To buy horses and raffles contact Jim Provan and let him know what you wish to buy and the name of your horse’s . He will let you know how to pay through our friends of Broxburn Athletic account.
David Greenhill becomes summer addition number four
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The midfielder brings a wealth of experience to Albyn park, having previously played in the senior ranks with Clyde and also a league winner with Berwick Rangers. Greenhill has also tasted success with Spartans in the Lowland League, notching up 148 appearances and 44 goals for the Edinburgh outfit.
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