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Written by Administrator Wednesday, 17 January 2007 16:05
Celtic game
4-0. Yes, a hammering but some money in the bank. Although not as much as I'd hoped due to the large number of Celtic fans who didn't turn up. Personally, I blame season tickets but that's another post. I downloaded the game from the Interweb but haven't even had time to watch it all the way through yet. NEED TO SIMPLIFY MY LIFE.
Abandoned Arbroath Game
I'm glad I didn't waste the £10 or whatever travelling through for that one. Result!
Psychowean Double in Falkirk?
I was on the number 17 bus to Slamannan the other night. It had just picked up passengers at the Falkirk Asda when a bus passed it going the other way. There was a guy on the bus who I could have sworn was Andrew Galloway. It was a number 13 by the way. Was it him?
Written by Administrator Friday, 05 January 2007 13:50
Not that I'm going as I was over in Vancouver when the tickets were released.
When I was younger I used to get excited about games like this. I remember being amazed at the sheer number of people mulling around the streets when we played Celtic at Boghead in the Skol Cup in the late 80s. I remember the hair on the back of my neck standing up when I entered Parkhead a few years after and feeling the energy of a big crowd. But these days, it's just not the same. We are, more than likely, going to get humped and this is not a pleasant experience for any fan, especially when you've paid extra for the pleasure of it.
Of course, I'll still be wishing for a miraculous result and I'll be watching the game updates on Sky like always but as long as the Club get a decent amount of cash I'll be happy.
I hope the players enjoy it too whatever the result.
Written by Administrator Friday, 05 January 2007 13:37
The site has been quite for a month or two due to me having far too much on my hands. My work life balance is all out of kilter, with too many things competing for my attention.
I'm hoping to simplify things a little in 2007!
Written by Administrator Monday, 06 November 2006 11:40
Another game I didn't get to unfortunately. Dog-sitting, fireworks and a night out in Edinburgh sort of got in the way. Which is a shame as I missed another excellent home win.
The victory puts Sons in second place ahead of Queen's Park on goal difference.
This Saturday is another crunch game, away to Stenhousemuir who are only one point behind. I will definitely be at this game.....honest.
| Date | Opponents | Comp. | H/A | Score | Scorers | Att. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov 2009 | Stenhousemuir | Div2 | A | 3-0 | Hunter 49, Chaplain 64, ODonoghue 89 | 568 |
| 13 Oct 2009 | Stenhousemuir | Stir | A | 2-0 | Hunter 47, McNiff 70 | 0 |
| 12 Sep 2009 | Stenhousemuir | Div2 | H | 0-0 | 664 | |
| 04 Apr 2009 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | A | 2-0 | Gordon 44, Clark 75 | 588 |
| 17 Jan 2009 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | H | 1-0 | Chisholm 42 | 747 |
| 08 Nov 2008 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | A | 1-1 | Murray 82 | 723 |
| 23 Aug 2008 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | H | 1-2 | Keegan 71 | 660 |
| 22 Mar 2008 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | A | 1-1 | Geggan 11 | 0 |
| 18 Mar 2008 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | H | 1-0 | McNaught 42 | 389 |
| 01 Dec 2007 | Stenhousemuir | Div3 | A | 1-2 | 45 | 403 |
Written by Administrator Tuesday, 24 October 2006 13:45
I had planned on doing a full match report, but the weekend seemed to vanish in an instant.
I was going to write about the strange Shire fans, the solo singing, the crumbling terracing, Shire's number 11 child-like tantrums but not enough time. So, to summarise - it was a walk in the park. Or more accurately, a walk in the farmer's field as the pitch was a disgrace.
Written by Administrator Monday, 23 October 2006 16:02
The draw for the first and second rounds of the Tennant's Scottish Cup took place last Thursday.
Sons got a bye through the first round and were given an away tie against Raith Rovers in the second. If Sons can keep their form, this could be an very interesting match.
The tie will take place on Saturday 9th December.
Written by Administrator Sunday, 15 October 2006 19:57
Dumbarton's got back on track yesterday with a 2-0 win over Montrose. Stephen Dobbie scored both, one a penalty in the 27th minute and a shot in the 84th.
Sons travel to Falkirk next Saturday to take on East Stirlingshire, who after their good start seem to falling back to their old ways.
The last ten results against the 'Shire are below.
| Date | Opponents | Comp. | H/A | Score | Scorers | Att. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jul 2009 | East Stirlingshire | Stir | H | 2-2 | McKillen, Hunter. Sons win 5-4 on penalties | 0 |
| 03 Mar 2009 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | H | 2-0 | McLaughlin 22, Trialist 32 | 462 |
| 28 Feb 2009 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | A | 1-3 | Clark 39 | 526 |
| 15 Nov 2008 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | A | 2-5 | Carcary 87, Michael Moore 90 | 516 |
| 30 Aug 2008 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | H | 1-1 | Murray 25 | 592 |
| 19 Apr 2008 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | H | 0-0 | Brittain 11 | 0 |
| 24 Mar 2008 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | A | 1-1 | McNaught 86 | 0 |
| 18 Dec 2007 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | H | 3-1 | McPhee 11, Geggan 44, Hamilton 90 | 303 |
| 14 Aug 2007 | East Stirlingshire | CC | A | 2-4 | Campbell 31, 53 | 202 |
| 11 Aug 2007 | East Stirlingshire | Div3 | A | 2-3 | Tiernan 10,15 | 306 |
Written by Administrator Thursday, 12 October 2006 13:45
The observant among you will have spotted that there is now a Photos link in the menu.
For the non-observant, there is now a Photos link in the menu!
I've only added a few of the old photos so far but more will be coming soon.
Written by Administrator Monday, 09 October 2006 09:29
Take that Patrick Viera, you cheating, diving bastard.
Written by Administrator Sunday, 01 October 2006 12:19
Dumbarton lost 1-0 to league leaders East Fife yesterday at New Bayview. By all accounts, it was another case of Sons not taking their chances.
This defeat leaves Sons in 6th place with 13 points, 6 points behind East Fife.
Sons have got a free Saturday next week, due to the Scotland game, so the next fixture is at home to Montrose on October the 14th.
Written by Administrator Wednesday, 27 September 2006 12:42
A bit of delay getting this posted but I've been having a busy time with work stuff,website stuff, house stuff, finance stuff, dog-with-separation-anxiety stuff, (the list goes on.... I really should simplify my life a wee bit)
Any-hoo, Sons recorded another home win last Saturday with a 3-1 win over Albion Rovers. Sons scorers were David McNaught (23), Ryan Borris (42) and Albion Rovers player Lennon scored an o.g. too.
Sons climb up to 6th place and are only three points behind the league leaders East Fife. Talking of the Fifers, Sons travel to New Bayview on Saturday in what should be a cracking match.
Written by Administrator Monday, 18 September 2006 15:58
On Saturday, Sons gave the Warriors a 4-0 pounding at The Rock.
Unfortunately, I couldn't get to the game due to work commitments, which is a shame as it appeared to be a good game. (Well, aren't all matches that finish 4-0 good!)
Goal scorers for Sons were Stephen Dobbie and Craig Winter with two apiece. That result sees the league get quite a bit tighter with only 3 points between Sons in 7th place and Stenny in 2nd.
Next up - Albion Rovers at The Rock on Saturday.
Written by Administrator Tuesday, 12 September 2006 10:22
Perhaps I shouldn't be so pessimistic. Despite the previously documented bad feeling, Sons came away from Elgin with 3 points after a 2-0 defeat, leaving Elgin firmly planted at the botoom of Division 3 with 'null point'.
Must be a miserable time to be an Elgin City fan.
Sons next match is at home the mighty Warriors of Stenhousemuir. Stenny seem to be doing quite well just and are second place although losing 5-0 to East Stirlingshire would have been a bit embarassing. (5-0 to the 'Shire!, local rivals and all that.)
This will be a tough test for the Sons but a game we must win if we are to show any promotion potential.
Written by Administrator Tuesday, 05 September 2006 10:02
Despite it being fairly early, I'm getting an uncomfortable feeling about this season.
After 5 games in Division 3, Sons have amassed a total of 4 points and are sitting second bottom of the division, ahead of only Elgin City who are so bad they have yet to win a single point.
This not good.
The home defeat by Arbroath on Sunday was Dumbarton's third consecutive league defeat and third game in a row in which Sons have failed to score.
This is also not good.
And to make matters worse, Sons travel to the league whipping boys, Elgin City, on Saturday. In our current situation it's probably odds on that Elgin will win. Well at least we won't be bottom......yet.
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