Loan Review

As the Under 20s season kicked off, we felt that some of our players would benefit from loan moves in competitive senior leagues rather than playing against players their own age. This, in turn, opened up places in the 20s group for younger players. Our 20s team is mainly made up of players born in 2003, 2004 and 2005 playing against 2001 and 2002s and they are being challenged and stretched each game. Four of our Under 20s side are currently on loan at senior clubs:

Jack Healy – East Stirlingshire

Jack joined the Shire in August and quickly had to learn the demands of a first team environment making a few appearances initially from the bench. He has now established himself as a starting player and is impacting games with goals and assists. Del Ure and his staff have been tremendous with Jack and have been giving constant feedback to the club. Jack was included in the Lowland League Catchup’s Team of the Month for September.

Next up for East Stirlingshire is a 2^nd round Scottish Cup tie against Bonnyrigg Rose on Saturday.

Cammy Dow – Berwick Rangers

Cammy was another needing first team football and with him moving to Edinburgh, the chance to join Berwick Rangers presented itself. Cammy has managed to force his way into Stuart Malcolm’s starting line-up and recently scored his first goal as well as chipping in with some assists.

Next up for Berwick Rangers is a 2^nd round Scottish Cup tie against Stirling Albion on Saturday.

Jamie Allan – Linlithgow Rose

Jamie initially joined Bo’ness United in September but unlike the others his spell wasn’t as successful as we had hoped. Despite good showings against the likes of East Kilbride we recalled him last month. Jamie applied himself constantly during his spell and he has been very unlucky not to get the game time his work ethic deserved. Jamie has now joined Linlithgow Rose and we hope to see him continue his progression.

Next up for Linlithgow Rose is an East of Scotland Qualifying Cup 2^nd round match against Dalkeith Thistle on Saturday.

Kieran Lindsay – St Andrews

Kieran has been doing very well for St Andrews United having helped them out for a few weeks he is now on loan until January. The opportunity to play regular football in a senior league was one he couldn’t turn down and he has been flourishing under their new management team. Kieran is only 17 and one we hope will come back from the loan with a better understanding of the men’s game.

Next up for St. Andrew’s United is a King Cup 1^st round tie against Ormiston on Saturday

Match Preview - Cove Rangers

We welcome Cove Rangers to the Locality Hub Bayview stadium this afternoon for our 10^th cinch League One match of the season. Cove currently sit 2^nd in the league, level on points with leaders Queen’s Park, who they’re behind on goal difference. Last time out, Cove recorded a 3-1 victory of Alloa Athletic at the Indodrill Stadium with Rory McAllister scoring all three goals.

Squad News

Long term absentees Ross Davidson (foot), Danny Swanson (knee) and Stewart Murdoch (hamstring) will also miss today’s match along with new loan signing David Devine who has suffered a recurrence of his hamstring injury from earlier in the season. Aaron Dunsmore is also doubtful having missed last week’s match with an ankle injury. Ryan Wallace returned to training this week and is available for selection this afternoon.

Match Tickets

Tickets for today’s match are available to buy online here ahead of the game. Please note, there will be no cash turnstiles, so we strongly encourage both home and away supporters to purchase their match tickets in advance. Tickets can be presented digitally or printed at home. Those unable to purchase tickets online can buy theirs from the matchday reception. Parent and Child tickets must be bought in person from the matchday reception.

Ticket prices are as follows:

Adults - £15

Concessions* - £12

Under 16s** - £5

Parent & Child - £18

Parent & 2 Children - £21

*Over 60s and full-time students. Proof of eligibility may be requested

**Proof of age may be requested

Season tickets are valid for this match. Turnstiles will open at 2pm.

Live Streaming

Those unable to attend today’s game can watch the match live on East Fife TV for £15. Coverage will begin at 14:45PM BST. The match can be purchased here.

Matchday Catering

Following the relaxation of the Covid Red Zones, we’re delighted to be able to welcome supporters (both home and away) back to the Jeek Fleming Lounge for pre-match refreshments before and after today’s game. Please note, there will be no draught beer available this weekend, but it will be back on sale for our match against Dumbarton in 2 weeks’ time. To comply with Scottish Government guideline, face coverings must be worn while moving around inside the lounge.

Pie stalls will be open at both ends of the stadium from 2pm. Please note, our pie stalls are cash only.

Matchday Programme

Issue 04 of our matchday programme is available to purchase for £2. Please look out for our programme sellers around the stadium before the game.

Douglas Briggs, Robert Cargill & Liam Anderson Appointed Directors

East Fife FC are delighted to announce that Douglas Briggs, Robert Cargill and Liam Anderson have been appointed as full directors of the club.

All three have served as Associate Directors for a number of years and with Ken Henderson resigning from the board, it was considered a good time to bring in ‘young blood’ for the development and progression of the club.

Each bring their own unique attributes to the board and these appointments reflect their contributions over the last few years.

Chairman Jim Stevenson: “Douglas, Robert and Liam are welcome additions to the board of directors. They have been fully involved in all of our decisions as Associate Directors for the last 5-6 years and I am delighted that they have accepted their new positions.

“I would also like to put on record my sincere thanks to Ken Henderson for all of his efforts on behalf of the club and wish him well for the future”.

Full biographies of our three new directors can be viewed here.

Saturday 16th October 2021 - East Fife v Cove Rangers

Jeek's Bar will be open from 12.30pm on Saturday 16th October 2021, all supporters are welcome both before & after the match.

MATCH TICKETS | purchase online now https://eastfifefc.info/tickets (if you don't have a printer/smart phone you can phone the Club during normal office hours, pre-pay your tickets then collect from reception on matchday.

Cove Rangers - Match Tickets & Live stream

Tickets for Saturday’s match against Cove Rangers are available to buy online here ahead of the game. Please note, there will be no cash turnstiles, so we strongly encourage both home and away supporters to purchase their match tickets in advance. Away supporters should purchase tickets in Section J or K. Tickets can be presented digitally or printed at home. Those unable to purchase tickets online can buy theirs from the matchday reception. Parent and Child tickets must be bought in person from the matchday reception.

Ticket prices are as follows:

Adults - £15

Concessions* - £12

Under 16s** - £5

Parent & Child - £18

Parent & 2 Children - £21

*Over 60s and full-time students. Proof of eligibility may be requested

**Proof of age may be requested

Season tickets are valid for this match. Turnstiles will open at 2pm.

Live Streaming

Those unable to attend today’s game can watch the match live on East Fife TV for £15. Coverage will begin at 14:45PM BST. The match can be purchased here.