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The Bayview | Meet The Fans with Scott Wotherspoon
Name: Scott Wotherspoon
Location: Rancho Cucamonga, California
East Fife
How long have you been an East Fife supporter and what was your first game?
I have been following the Fife since 1977 and my first game, I believe, was against Hearts when we won 2-1 (or 3-1 I think!)
Most memorable moment following East Fife?
It has to be beating Hibs at Old Bayview…the crowd was electric and the players, including Marshall and Burgess, were world class!
Least favourite moment following East Fife?
Every time we lose to the Rovers…
Favourite player (present)?
Pagey! Loyal, always puts in a shift and seems to honestly care about the club.
Favourite player (all-time)?
Brian ‘Zico’ Jenkins
Best East Fife goal you’ve seen?
Paul Hunter’s goal v Cowdenbeath in 1989.
Pick your all-time East Fife 11
GK: Gordon Marshall
DF: Brian Jenkins, Davie Clarke, Jim McLaren and Gary Naysmith
MF: Tom McCafferty, Kyle Wilkie and Stevie Kirk
ST: Paul Hunter, Gordon Durie and Gavin Murray
Scotland
Favourite Scotland game?
Scotland 1-0 England, Hampden Park, 1985, Richard Gough.
I was there! Jim Bett ran the show!
Favourite Scotland player (all-time)?
Roy ‘The Bear’ Aitken. No nonsense defender, the ultimate hardman.
When do you think Scotland will next qualify for a major tournament?
I’d like to stay positive and say 2020, but a lot depends on the manager.
General
Ronaldo or Messi?
Messi all day long!
Favourite away ground?
Dens Park
If you could change one football rule what would it be?
Indirect free kicks….what is the point?!
Ben MacKenzie Joins East Fife
We are delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Ben MacKenzie on a development loan from St. Johnstone. Ben has been first choice for St. Johnstone’s development side this season and joined up with the East Fife’s squad for today’s game v Forfar Athletic.
Welcome to Bayview Ben!
Mark Hurst Returns to St. Johnstone
We can confirm that Mark Hurst has been recalled to St. Johnstone following the completion of his loan spell.
Mark joined the club for a second time in August 2017 following a successful spell last season and went on to take his tally of East Fife appearance to 37 which included 10 clean sheets. Highlights of his time at Bayview include a terrific double save against Livingston in March 2017 and a sensational stop to ensure East Fife claimed a point against Stranraer back in September.
Everyone at East Fife would like to thank Mark for his contribution during his time at Bayview and wish him all the best for the remainder of the season and beyond.
Back to League Business with Visit of Forfar for Fifers
East Fife welcome Jim Weir’s Forfar Athletic tomorrow afternoon to Bayview Stadium as they aim to put last Saturday’s Scottish Cup defeat to Brora Rangers behind them.
Manager Darren Young was forthright in his comments following the cup exit, expressing his frustration at the poor defending that resulted in conceding the only goal of the game. The Fifers dominated proceedings after the break but were unable break down a well marshalled Brora defence. The men from Station Park were last in action a fortnight ago, seeing off the challenge of Albion Rovers in the league, with goals from Mark Millar, Andy Munro and a Michael Travis double securing a 4-2 victory.
Despite the visitors’ league position East Fife know that the Loons are more than capable of providing tough opposition and will need no reminding of the outcome the last time the sides met in November, with Forfar running out 2-0 winners at Station Park. The previous encounter in September saw a much better performance from the Methil men when Chris Duggan’s early goal paved the way for a 3-0 success. Mark Docherty was the other man on target, converting two penalty kicks in an impressive display from the team.
One of the few positives from last Saturday was the appearance of new signing Craig Thomson from St Johnstone. The Aberhill based wide midfielder came on as a second-half substitute and should be a valuable addition to the squad. The return of Craig Watson from injury could also prove timely with Aaron Dunsmore set to miss tomorrow’s clash through suspension. Also available for selection is new signing, goalkeeper Ben McKenzie, who put pen to paper in a loan deal until the end of the season.
Supporters of both clubs are reminded that they are welcome to enjoy refreshments at the stadium bars before and after the game.
Stadium Sponsor
Thank you to Dave Marshall who has sponsored the Stadium until 2020. It will now be known as Locality Hub Bayview Stadium.
Many thanks to Dave for his contribution to East Fife FC.
Jim Stevenson - Chairman
EFTV Live v Forfar Athletic 27th January 2018
If you're outside the UK and Ireland, you can watch Saturday's game v Forfar Atheltic live on EFTV for only £5. To sign up, go to http://www.eastfifeshop.com > EFTV online & purchase the game. Further details will be sent via email.