KEVIN DEPARTS FOR BLACKBURN ROVERS (06/04/08)
All at Montrose Football Club are delighted with the news that Youth Co-ordinator for the last two season's Kevin Cruickshanks has landed a job with English Premiership side Blackburn Rovers
Kevin joined the Lancashire giants earlier this week as their new Scouting and Recruiting Co-ordinator.
The 32-year-old admitted the news that he had beaten off opposition from more than 100 applicants to secure the post had left him stunned.
He will now liaise with Rovers manager Mark Hughes on a daily basis, profile all the club's major transfer targets and co-ordinate the movements of their 50 scouts across the globe.
Kevin's only previous football club experience came from working as an office manager and youth administrator at Third Division Elgin City and Montrose.
"It's unbelievable," he said. "When they phoned and told me I had the job, I actually had to sit down. I think I said two or three times 'Are you serious?'
His first three games when he joins the club are against Tottenham Hotspur at home, Liverpool away and Manchester United at home.
Kevin revealed that his first task in his new job will be to arrange Blackburn's scouting itinerary for this summer's European Championships in Switzerland and Austria, arranging flights, accommodation and match tickets for the duration of the tournament.
"It's a brand new position which was created because their network became so big."
Kevin sent in his CV when the job was advertised on the club's website, and made a shortlist of eight applicants chosen to attend a first interview at the club.
But his dream chance almost became a nightmare when his car broke down en route to Blackburn and at the time of the interview he was just 10 miles south of Carlisle.
"I thought that was it over to be honest. When I phoned, they said they would understand if I just headed home but there was no way I was going to give up the opportunity." |
SFL Under 19 Youth Division (24/02/08)
 Montrose 19's 1 - 1 Cowdenbeath 19's (Sunday 10th February 2008). Cowdenbeath travelled to Links Park looking to keep up their good form which sees them challenging Ross County and Livingston for the title. Montrose drafted in keeper Gavin Robertson from Junior side Glentanar and gave first team back up keeper Stuart McKenzie the number 9 jersey! |
Youth Update (15/02/08)
 The Montrose FC Under 19's drew 1-1 with Cowdenbeath last weekend, Sean Keith got the montrose goal. The Under17's drew 2-2 with Arbroath, Jordan Leyden and Ryan Stewart for Montrose, Arbroath equalising in last five minutes. Both teams were reduced to 10 men in a typical derby game. |
A HAT-TRICK OF HAT-TRICKS! (29/10/07)
 The 17's and 19's were in action at Links Park over
the weekend with three hat-tricks being scored in the
two games. The 19's were first in action and found
themselves 4-1 down early in the second half but a
hat-trick from Daryl Nicol in the last 15 minutes
brought the scores level.
The 17's were in seventh heaven as they defeated
Stranraer 7-3. Ryan Stewart and Nick Gray both
grabbed hat-tricks with Niall Munro getting the other.
This weekend both sides are away from home with the
19's taking on East Fife and the 17's playing Airdrie Utd |
UNDER 19's news (08/10/07)
 The under 19s have sent two players out on loan to get some match practice under their belts. Striker Ryan Stewart has joined Super League side Parkvale and winger Graham Robinson has joined junior side New Elgin. Two under 19 players have also been released from their contracts with Danny Pirie joining Cove Rangers and Greg Sim also moving on. We wish both players all the best and thank them for their commitment whilst at the club |
Youth teams update (24/09/07)
The Under 19's had their toughest test of the season so far against unbeaten Hamilton at Links Park on
Sunday and lost narrowly 4-3. Montrose's scorers on the day were Daryl Nicol, Greg Walker and Garry Wood. Full match report to follow.
The Under 17s were also out of luck on Sunday losing 2-1 to Raith Rovers |
Youth teams update (19/09/07)
The Under 19's went out of the Scottish Youth Cup at
the hands of Arbroath losing 3-2 at Links Park on
Sunday. Montrose's scorers on the day were John
Maitland and Sean Keith. Full match report to follow.
This Sunday there is a Links Park double header with
the 19's taking on unbeaten Hamilton at 12pm followed
by the 17's game against Raith Rovers at 2.30pm. |
Youth tEams update (11/09/07)
 Montrose Under 17's lost 0-1 to Stirling Albion while the Under 17's beat Elgin City 19's 4-0. Under 19's scorers were Irvine, Nicol, Reid & Walker.
Montrose Under 19's take on local rivals Abroath in Round One of the Scottish Youth Cup this Sunday at Links Park, kick off 2pm. Having already beat the Red Lichies 2-0 in the League this season the 19's are looking to make it two wins out of two and secure a place in the Second Round. Entry to the game is free and all supporters are invited along to show their support. |
under 19s fixture switch (24/08/07)
 This weekends fixture between Montrose 19's and Arbroath 19's originally scheduled for Gayfield has now been switched to Links Park. The game will now be played at Links Park on Sunday at 11am. The Under 17 match against East Stirling will follow at 2pm.
» Under 19s Fixtures/Results |
Under 19s win again (21/08/07)
 The under 19s added to last weeks win with another fine victory at home to Dumbarton on Sunday. Montrose were rewarded with a late goal from John Maitland after laying seige to the Dumbarton goal for most of the game.
This Sunday the Under 19’s are looking to maintain their 100% record with a trip to local rivals Arbroath. Venue and kick off time still to be confirmed.
» Match Report |
Under 19s off to a flyer (13/08/07)
The Under 19's got their league campaign off to a flyer on Sunday with a convincing 5-2 win away to Dunfermline. Mo's goals came from Daryl Nicol (2), Kieran Irvine, Sean Keith and Greg Walker.
Links Park hosts two youth matches this Sunday when Montrose Under 19's take on Dumbarton 19's, kick off 12.30pm followed by Montrose Under 17's against Cowdenbeath 17's at 3pm. Entry is free so why not come along and show your support. |
scottish youth cup draw (25/07/07)
Montrose Under 19's were drawn to play against local rivals Arbroath in the First Round of the Scottish Youth Cup. The match is scheduled to be played on Sunday 16th September. Last season Montrose went out in the Second Round to Dundee United following a 1-0 win over Kilmarnock in Round One. |
Under 19s results & match reports (17/07/07)
 The Under 19s lost their recent match at Lossiemouth 4-2, but made ammends with a fine 9-0 win against Ellon Thistle. Match reports for the Under 19s first 3 pre season matches are now available.
» Under 19s Fixtures/Results |
Aberdeen u19s 2 montrose u 19s 2
 The under 19s got their pre-season off to a good start with a fine perfomance drawing 2-2 with Aberdeen. Greg Walker scored both of the Montrose goals
» Match Report |
UNDER 19s friendly (08/07/07)
 The Under 19's friendly against Aberdeen 19's has now
been confirmed for Wednesday 11th July, 2pm kick off
at Balgownie, Aberdeen. |
Under 19s friendly matches (21/06/07)
 Confirmed friendlies for the Under 19's are as follows;
Wednesday 11th July v Aberdeen 19's, venue TBA
Saturday 14th July v Lossiemouth, Grant Park, 2.30pm
Saturday 21st July v Cove Rangers 19's, 3pm
Saturday 28th July v Vale of Leven Juniors (away)
Sunday 29th July v Vale of Level Under 21's (away) |
Seven players who have
signed for next seasons 19's
From left to right:
back row: Graham Clews, James Petrie, Greg Donald,
Chris Herd
front row: Calum Annand, Josh Winton, Alan Craig
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