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Irvine Meadow Player of the Year Awards Irvine Meadow's Player of the year awards will be held in Irvine Meadow Social Club at around 6.45-7pm this Saturday 25th May. Please come along to show your support for the team for this season and previous seasons.
Club Players of the Year, Players Player of the Year and Supporters Player of the Year.
After the awards are held the Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Borussian Dortmund will be held. Please get along and show your support for our players and the club.
Saturday 4th May
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Irvine Meadow 2 - 1 Pollok Meadow produced one of their best home performances of the league season to win 2-1 against ten man Pollok. It was Pollok who had the first chance of the match where Carlo Monti stole the ball from Campbell and raced forward putting his shot past Wardrobe put luckily for Meadow hit the inside of the post and bounced away. Meadow started to up the tempo and created a few opportunities in and end to end first 15 minutes. Meadow took the lead in 16 minutes after a super pass by Mark McLennan found Barr whose excellent low cross found Adam Strachan at the back post to slotted home. Meadow then got a penalty after 23 minutes after another break down Polloks left had Frye about to shoot but he has unfairly tackled by Pollok's John Carter who was sent off for denying a goalscoring opportunity. Richie Barr then made no mistake from the spot and looked like Meadow would be in for a easier afternoon. That was not to be as only 3 minutes later ex Meadow player Brian McGinty raced clear of Meadow defence and although under pressure from Neil McGowan done enough to place his shot pass Wardrobe to make it 2-1 Meadow. Meadow had opportunities to make it 3-1 most notable from a good move by Strachan and McLennan who played in Strain to make it 3 but somehow Ross Dunlop came from nowhere to clear it off the line with the Pollok goalkeeper beaten. HT. Meadow 2 - 1 Pollok
Meadow had chances to make it 3-1 and seal the game but missed a host of chances to settle the Meadow fans nerves in front ov around 500 supporters. Pollok nearly made Meadow pay right at the death when a shot across the face of goal by their number 3 drifted just wide much to Meadows support relief. But Meadow held on to what is a valuable 3 points in our fight to stay up. Pollok's substritute Ryan Deas was then sent off after full time whistle for dissent against the referee. With Shotts away Meadow will know what result if any they require in a couple of weeks time.
Wednesday 1st May
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Beith 3 -0 Irvine Meadow A tired performance by Irvine Meadow left Meadow deep in relegation trouble unless could get 3 points on Saturday against Pollok. Beith were on top for 90 minutes and deservedly ran out 3-0 winners as they looked to also avoid the drop in what is a tight Super Premier Division from 6th down anyone can still go down. Monday 29th April Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Cumnock 2 - 2 Irvine Meadow
Irvine Meadow picked up what could be a valuable point in our quest for Premier League survival with a last second goal from Mark Campbell header as Cumnock failed to clear their lines in the final minute of injury time. Meadow fought hard for the point and had the better of the first half looking very dangerous from corner kicks and caught Cumnock on the counter attack also. Mark Campbell made the Cumnock keeper pull off a fine stop and the resultant corner was headed wide by Hamilton. Cumnock did have their chances later in the first half with Wardrobe making a couple of smart stops in the windy Monday night conditions.
Cumnock started more brightly in the first half and was no surprise when they broke the deadlock after Wardrobe could only palm away a 20 yard strike after Meadow loss possession and Hanvey was on hand to strike into the net from close range after 71 minutes. Meadow pulled back on level terms after excellent midfield work set up Strain on the wing and his pin point cross found Hamilton who volleyed a superb shot into the top hand corner with75 mins gone. Only a few minutes later Meadow again went behind after a long ball forward caught out the Meadow defence and Cumnock sub Pierce had the better of Meadow defence and smashed his shot home to equalise. It looked like Meadow would go from this hard fought game with nothing to show for it until Hamilton stole possession from Cumnock and crossed the ball into the box with Mark Campbell in the box as Meadow went searching for goals headed it pass the Cumnock keeper to make it 2-2 on 93rd minute to the delight of the Meadow players and sizeable traveling support on a windy spring evening.
FT Cumnock 2 -2 Irvine Meadow
(Hamilton 75, Campbell 90+3)
Att: 250
Meadow now go to Beith on Wednesday with another crucial game in our fight for survival then have yat home at Meadow Park on Saturday 4th May,
Be there to support the Dow when we need it most!
Saturday 27th April Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Kirkintilloch Rob Roy 0 - 6 Irvine Meadow
(Barr 4, Campbell, Hamilton)
Irvine Meadow destroyed a lackluster Rob Roy at Adamslie Park thanks to an excellent all round team performance that edges Meadow closer to safety but with two massive midweek away games against Cumnock and Beith that will require points from to lift Meadow away from danger zone.
Meadow opened the scoring within 3 minutes thanks to a superb through ball by McLennan that was well struck on the volley by Ritchie Barr to make it 1-0 to Meadow. Meadow had the upper hand and looked comfortable at the back and creating openings with Strachan in particular causing Rob Roy all sorts of problems down their vulnerable right hand side. Meadow made it 2-0 within 20 minutes after a headed from Campbell was expertly dummied by Chris Strain that left Barr one one one with the keeper and he cooly slotted home to put Meadow ahead. Rob Roy very rarely threatened in attack apart from odd corner. Meadow were happy going into the second half two goals ahead but knew were as comfortable just a few weeks ago at home v Rob Roy and let a two goal lead slip.
Meadow started the second half very well and with a corner just a few minutes after kick off made it 3-0 as Mark Campbell rose to head home from 6 yards out. Meadow continued to threaten throughout the second half and scored the fourth from the penalty box as another dangerous corner was hand balled clear by Rob Roy and referee correctly awarded the spot kick. Barr took the ball and passed it to keepers left to get his hat trick after around 60 minutes. By this time Meadow had 3 points in the bag and was only a matter of how many. Again it was a dangerous corner this time from Halliday on the left with Hamilton heading it into the net with 76 minutes gone. Meadow wrapped up the 6-0 win with Barr again running free of Rob Roy defence beating their offside trap and rounding the despairing Rob Roy keeper and walking it into the net.
FT: Kirkintilloch Rob Roy 0 - 6 Irvine Meadow
Barr's second goal
  Barr celebrates
 Campbell on the deck headed home third
 Barr makes it four and his hat trick
  Hamilton heads home for five!   Barr completes the scoring as Rob Roy keeper looks on
  Some of Meadow support
  Saturday 20th April Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Irvine Meadow 1 - 0 Ashfield
(Neil McGowan)
Irvine Meadow edged out Ashfield in a closely fought encounter at Meadow Park. Neil McGowan's goal bound deflected shot was enough for Meadow to win the game and get Meadow a much needed 3 points in the fight for Premier League survival.
Wardrobe was in outstanding form in the first half as he kept Ashfield from scoring with some fine saves. Meadow were more threatening as the nervy match wore on and managed to grab the 3 points.
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Irvine Meadow 0 v 1 Glenafton (2pm) Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Saturday 30th March Irvine Meadow 3 v 3 Kirkintilloch Rob Roy Meadow let a two goal advantage slip in an exciting game where the both defences looked very vulnerable at the back. Rob Roy took the lead against the run of play after a defensive mix up in the Meadow defence let Rob Roy in to take the lead. Meadow soon got a deserved equaliser as Gareth Turner was fouled in the box and Adam Strachan converted the spot kick. On 37 minutes Meadow took the lead after a spell of pressure leading to another Meadow corner and Rob Roy's keeper punched the ball into his own net. Meadow took the lead after a great pass by Chris Strain let David Hamilton in on goal to calmly pass by the Rob Roy keeper to have Meadow take an impressive lead over Rob Roy. In the second half Meadow did not come out and play and within 10 minutes of the restart Rob Roy had got a goal back with a Lindsay cross allowing Bradley two get Rob Roy back in the game. Rob Roy then deservedly equalised as Meadow's defence were caught out down the right hand side by Lindsay. Meadow managed to hold on as Rob Roy squandered a couple of chances to win the game in an enthralling encounter for the neutral but leaves Meadow needing to start picking up wins if want to stay in the top division. Lugar Boswell v Irvine Meadow, (Match Abandoned)
Saturday 16th March Ayrshire Cup 2nd Round
Match was abandoned after 65 minutes due to heavy snow. This was a fortunate escape for Meadow who were trailing 3-0 to Lugar with 25 minutes to go. The tie will be replayed at a later date. Meadow travel to Ayrshire District promotion challengers Lugar for Ayrshire Cup 2nd Round tie. They played in the 1st Round last year with Lugar taking a surprise 2-0 lead but Meadow fought back to win 4-2 after a much improved second half performance. Lugar are high in confidence and chasing down Troon for promotion out of Ayrshire District League.
Irvine Meadow Dance This Saturday @ Social Club
Easy Street, Tickets Only £5 for this excellent local band who play a variety of music from 60s to present day. Get your tickets asap.
Contact Robert Jeffrey on 07971795730 for tickets now!
Irvine Meadow Sportsman Dinner - Friday 19th April @ Volunteer Rooms, Irvine
Speakers: Scott Glynn, John Rowbotham & John McKelvie
Includes 3 course meal and excellent night is always had. Tickets only £30. Contact any of Meadow committee for tickets or drop us an email at meddaofficial@gmail.com for more info and booking.
Speakers
Scott Glynn: Scott has over a decade experience at speaking at venues all over the world, from Dundee to Dubai, and has had the privilege of sharing top tables with sporting legends such as football's Sir Alex Ferguson, Walter Smith, Jim Leishman, Alan Kennedy and Nobby Stiles amongst others. So sit back, listen and enjoy tales of village life, sport, and everyday occurrences as seen through the eyes of Scott Glynn, one the funniest speakers around, and as he assures us ....... IT'S A TRUE STORY !
John Rowbotham: Even seven years after retiring from his role as one of Scotland's top referees John Rowbotham remains instantly recognisable.
Popularity has never been a strong point of football match officials, but somehow Rowbotham managed to make fans and players alike smile, an ability he has carried into his retirement as an after dinner speaker. As a former FIFA referee, Rowbotham has many tales to relate about the often strange world of international football, such as the variety of weapons he was shown confiscated from fans in Budapest. These included hammers, hand-cuffs and, bizarrely, a ships anchor!
John McKelvie will again head the night. John joined Lanarkshire Referees' Association in 1970 and has often been compared to World Cup referee Hugh Dallas - compared to Hugh Dallas he is brilliant! His refereeing career has seen him officiate at Scottish Amateur Cup Finals at youth and full amateur level.
John formerly worked Monday to Friday in the Police and refereed on a Saturday. He really looked forward to a Sunday as this is the only day that his parentage was not openly questioned.
Since 1998 he has been a regular on the after dinner circuit.
He is never blue and has a style which is comfortably anecdotal, incorporating humorous one liners.
Get your tickets asap, priced at only £30 for what is always a great night!!
Next Fixture Saturday 16th March
Ayrshire Weekly Press Cup
Lugar Boswell Thistle v Irvine Meadow (2pm)
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Saturday 9th March
Auchinleck Talbot 2 - 0 Irvine Meadow Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Saturday 2nd March
Irvine Meadow 2 - 0 Clydebank
(Barr 2)
Irvine Meadow got back to winning ways in the league with a deserved 2-0 win over the Bankies. Meadow had to play with ten men for almost 60 minutes after Finlay Frye got sent off for two yellow cards after 35 minutes.
Meadow got off to a terrific start and nearly took the lead from a Mark Campbell header after just 5 minutes but was well saved. Meadow did take the lead after 11 minutes after a poor pass out from Clydebank keeper Hamilton found Meadow's on loan signing John Neil who played a ball through for Barr who composed himself to finish past the keeper to make it 1-0. Clydebank had chances themselves including a headed chance from 6 yards that somehow missed the target and a well worked free kick that also missed the target when looked likely to equalise. As it went to half time Meadow were happy to hold out for the lead.
In the second half Meadow nearly doubled their lead from another Neil pass finding Barr whose shot beat the keeper but went inches wide of the far post. Slack play by Clydebank allowed Strachan to nick the ball and play a pass to Barr who stayed onside and passed it through Hamilton's legs to make it 2-0 to Meadow. Clydebank had more of the play with ten men but Meadow looked more likely to score again. There were no further goals and Meadow are now up to 8th in what is a very tight relegation battle.
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Saturday 23rd February
Arthurlie 2 - 2 Irvine Meadow (Barr 2)
After last weeks disappointing exit from the Junior Cup at home to Cumnock. Meadow were looking to bounce back in the league. Both teams are very much in the relegation battle and a draw did not suit either team although Arthurlie will be the happier of the teams as they were 2-0 down at half time thanks to an excellent finish from Richie Barr on 27 minutes after excellent build up play involving Frye and Strachan. There was suspicion of hand ball in the build up but did look unintentional. Meadow got the second goal with a Barr penalty after a Frank Gibson shot came off an Arthurlie defenders arm. Meadow were 2-0 up at half time but did lose Mark Campbell from centre back and Reeder came on with Zander Ryan puished to centre back alongside the excellent Chris McGowan.
Arthurlie came on in the second half and got two goals in a 10 minutes spell in 54 and 64 minutes. Both goals came from headers that the Meadow defence should have dealt better with. Both teams had chances to win the game with Arthurie keeper coming to the rescue from a close range Hamilton shot and a Barr hit that kept Meadow out. Neither team could find a winner and the game finished 2-2 with both teams firmly in the relegation battle.
Next up for Irvine Meadow is a tough home game v high flying Clydebank. 3 points is a must.
Support the Meadow - Saturday 1st March. We need all the backing possible at this tough time!
Barr slots first goal away
B
 Barr makes it 2-0 to Meadow from penalty spot
 Strachan through on goal but misses
 Barr unable to get winner
 Hamilton close range shot saved
 Another Meadow shot saved in 2nd half
 Arthurlie hit the post in 1st half
 Scottish Junior Cup 5th Round Saturday 16th February
Irvine Meadow 0 v 1 Cumnock (2pm) Irvine Meadow play Cumnock in what promises to be a tight and lively encounter. Meadow got into the 5th Round after a 1-0 replay win away to Shettleston. See you there this Saturday, be there early to get refreshments in our Social Club and good selection of food and soft drinks available in our shop. Emirates Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round Replay Saturday 9th February Shettleston 0 - 1 Irvine Meadow Full highlights here - Shettleston 0 - 1 Irvine Meadow Scottish Sun Match Report - Shettleston 0 - 1 Irvine Meadow Meadow got through to the 5th Round of the Scottish Junior Cup after a hard fought win over a tough Shettleston side. The Town had the slightly better of the first half with Wardrobe making a couple of good saves to keep the scores level. It was Meadow who came closest though with a smashing volley by Mark McLennan hitting the bar and going over. Shettleston pressurised the Meadow defence with long throws and balls into the box on a very tight and small pitch. The only goal of the game came through good work on right hand side after 69 minutes with Mark McLennan playing Richie Barr through whose excellent cross was headed for Parker to tap in but the Shettleston defender Mark McGill got their first and put the ball into his own net. Shettleston had their chances with a shot from outside the box hitting the side netting and Wardrobe nearly fumbled a shot into the net but quickly smothered the ball. Full Time Shettleston 0 - 1 Irvine Meadow Meadow now play Cumnock this Saturday in the Junior Cup 5th Round. Next Fixture:
Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round Replay
Saturday 9th February
Shettleston 0 v 1 Irvine Meadow (2pm)
Supporters bus to Shettleston leaves top of Wilson Avenue at 12.30pm.
Contact Jack Pirie by phone or on fans forum to book your seats
for this important Scottish Junior Cup match.
The winners will have a 5th Round tie at home to Cumnock on Saturday 16th February (weather permitting) Emirates Scottish Junior Cup 5th Round Draw Johnstone Burgh or Dundonald Bluebell vs Camelon Rob Roy or Rosyth vs Dundee Violet or Bo'ness Lochee Utd or Ardeer Thistle vs Auchinleck Talbot Pollok vs Shotts or Benburb Shettleston or Irvine Meadow vs Cumnock Blackburn Utd or Rutherglen Glencairn vs Pumpherston or Musselburgh Linlithgow Rose vs Jeanfield Swifts or Montrose Roselea Kelty Hearts vs Kinnoull or Kilsyth Rangers Irvine Meadow require physio 7th February 2013 Irvine Meadow are currently looking for a physio who is available for training Monday & Wednesday and also every Saturday on match days. For further information or to apply with your CV please contact meddaofficial@gmail.com Social & Football Club Upcoming Night Events 2013 Fri 15th Feb – Burns Supper Fri 15th Mar – Ladies Cocktail Party Sat 16th Mar – Club Dance (Easy Street) Fri 29th Mar – Quiz Night Fri Apr 19th – Annual Sportsman’s Dinner (Volunteer Rooms) To book tickets for any event or to enquire about a booking at our newly refurbished Social Club please phone 07538 344098 or simply drop us an email below :- irvinemeadow@gmail.com Saturday 2nd February Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round Replay away to Shettleston was postponed due to a frozen pitch. We will try again on Saturday 9th February. Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round
Saturday 26th January
Irvine Meadow 2-2 Shettleston
Meadow Scorers: McGuiness (22, Kinniburgh 39)
Shettleston Scorer: Gary Smith (81, 88pen)
Meadow will face Shettleston in a reply next Saturday after losing a two goal lead in 10 crazy last minutes at Meadow Park. Meadow largely dominated the first half with a headed goal from Kinniburgh on 22 minute mark from a corner, after the Shettleston keeper had made a world class save from Chris McGowan's shot from close range. Shettleston to be fair did have their chances as well with Wardrobe making an excellent save just minutes before Meadow scored their second on 39 minutes through Liam McGuiness. The second goal came after a great flowing passing move down the left flank with Chris McGowan's shot from an angle saved onto the post by the keeper only to leave it to onrushing Liam McGuiness to slot it home from 10 yards out. Meadow went in happy at 2-0 up at half time.
In the second half Meadow had their chances to kill the game off through Parker who shot over from close range and an outstanding 15 yard strike from Mark McLennan which hit the bar. As the game wore on Shettleston gained in confidence as Meadow failed to capitalise on their chances. The first goal back for the visitors was on 81 minutes for Shettleston with Gary Smith pouncing on a through ball with the Meadow defence static to score. The second goal was filled with controversy as Wardrobe collected a Shettleston cross and their was a scramble in the box with a punch thrown by No.8 McCormack of Shettleston at Neil McGowan and Neil unfortunately retaliated with a penalty given for Shettleston to the bemusement of majority of people. The number 14 of Shettleston and Neil McGowan were red carded for violent conduct. After 5 minutes of delay and uncertainty Shettleston converted the 88th minute penaly to take the Junior Cup 4th Round game to a replay next
Saturday 2nd February (weather permitting)
Irvine Meadow: Wardrobe, Ryan, Neil McGowan, Kinniburgh, Halliday, Strain, McLennan, McGuiness, Chris McGowan, Parker, Hamilton.
Sub: Reader on for Kinniburgh
Photographs courtesy of Robert Ritchie Chris McGowan shot saved  Kinniburgh scores headed first goal
Saturday 26th January
Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round
Irvine Meadow v Shettleston (1.45pm) Irvine Meadow take on Central League Division One Shettleston in the Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round. Shettleston will not be taken lightly depsite being two divisions below as they have won 8 games on the trot and with confidence high at the moment. Meadow will look to build on their win against Pollok and get through to the last 16 of the competition! Admission usual £5 adults / £2.50 concessions. Junior Cup Hospitality Package Irvine Meadow are offering a hospitality package to individuals, groups or businesses that includes entry to Shettleston game, programme, free drink and food before game!! hot/cold buffet / half time food, entry to Social Club before, half time & full time. Cost of £25 per head. Group discounts are available. For further information, details and to book please contact Rab Jeffries on 07971795730 Friendly Irvine Meadow 3 - 0 Wishaw (McGuiness, Parker 2) Irvine Meadow defeat a spirited Wishaw team 3-0 on Saturday in the warm up for next weekend's Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round game at home against Shettleston. At half time the sides went in 0-0 despite Meadow having the majority of the play the Wishaw keeper was only tested on a couple of occasions, once from a Parker free kick. The second half was more lively and after Meadow had a couple of chance well saved again by the Wishaw keeper they caught Meadow on the counter attack and a foul was committeed what looked outside the box but the officials gave a penalty. Justice was done with an excellent save from Hewitt keeping the scores level. On 52 minutes Meadow found the opener after a good move and another goal for Liam McGuiness who passed the ball into the net from close range. A number of substitues were made to keep players fresh for next weeks crucual Junior Cup tie with the best of the action coming from a curling 25 yard effort from Robert Halliday hitting the inside of the post but somehow not going in. Meadow did make it two then three nil through two quick goals by Keigan Parker who headed home an inviting cross from Halliday. On 88 minutes Parker completed the scoring smashing a shot home from inside the box. Meadow 3-0 Wishaw. Full Time. Meadow arrange friendly for this Saturday 12th January at home to
Wishaw. 1.45pm kick off at Meadow Park. £2/£1.
Next week on Saturday 19th January is the important
Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round tie
Irvine Meadow are at home to Shettleston (1.45pm kick off)
£5 adults / £2.50 concessions
Please come along and support your local team.
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Pollok 0 - 2 Irvine Meadow (Frye 54, McGuiness 80) Irvine Meadow got their first win in the league since October after an enthralling match against Pollok to move Meadow up the league table in the relegation battle. The first half had no goals there was plenty of goal mouth action with Irvine Meadow's Wardrobe making smart saves as well as missed chances. Meadow had chances of our own through Richie Barr hitting the post by an outstanding volley as well Chris McGowan putting his header straight
at the keeper from close range.
Meadow opened the scoring from an excellent goal from new signing Finlay Frye who latched onto Zander Ryan's superb assist to take the ball into the box then powered a drive from an angle right into the top hand corner. The travelling support were delighted to see Meadow take the lead in a league game. Pollok had their chances to equalise but a combination of good shop stopping from Wardrobe and poor finishing meant Meadow kept then increased their lead on 80 minute mark from a passing move involving six Meadow players with ball switched from left to right and after Barr turning in the box the ball fell to McGuiness after a Pollok challenge he smoothly passed one defender then slotted the ball right into the corner of the net.
Highlights of the game can be seen here - Passing of Irvine Meadow 1973 legend Hugh O'Brien
It is with great sadness we post the passing away of one of Irvine Meadow's greatest players. He is best remembered for his winning penalty in the 1973 Scottish Junior Cup Final. Hugh was living in Canada and all our thoughts are with his family and friends. We have passed on our condonlences to his familly.
Hugh loved the Meadow and still kept up with how we were doing.
Please check out Former Irvine Meadow Players at link on side for more information on Hugh as well as supporters tributes to him.
There will be a minute's silence before the game with Glenafton on Saturday for Hugh O'Brien.
Saturday 15th December Stagecoach Super League Premier Division
Irvine Meadow 1 - 4 Petershill
Meadow's next game is on Saturday 8th December with a crucial league game away to Pollok. (1.45pm kick off) *GAME POSTPONED* (new date Saturday 5th January) After only picking up 9 points from 8 games Meadow now need to get points on the board to stay away from the relegation zone. Hope to see you all travel in your large numbers to Pollok once again. Only £5 / £2.50. Scottish Junior Cup 4th Round Draw Irvine Meadow will play Shettleston at home on Saturday 19th November in the Scottsih Junior Cup 4th Round Scottish Junior Cup 3rd Round
Saturday 17th November St Anthonys 1 - 4 Irvine Meadow
(McGuiness 9', Kinniburgh 56', Parker 87', Reeder 90')
Att. 244 The scoreline would suggest Irvine Meadow had it comfortable against their Central League First Division opponents but this was far from true. Two goals in the final three minutes from Keigan Parker and Richard Reeder both getting their first goals for Meadow made the scoreline slightly flattering on Meadow.
Meadow started brightly enough with a goal from Liam McGuiness from close range after a scramble in the box and panic from St Anthonys after only 9 minutes. St Anthonys replied almost straight away with a shot high into the net from just inside the box. Meadow had influential Liam McGuiness injured from a harsh tackle and the Ants were lucky to keep all 11 men on the pitch going into half time. Early in the second half the Ants had a great change to take the lead but could not hit the target. As the rain and hale lashed down St Anthonys went down to ten men as the number 9 who earlier injured McGuiness gave away another hard foul and was duly given a second yellow and sent off. Meadow managed to get in front from Wullie Kinniburgh in 56 mins whose excellent 20 yard strike from a Parker assist sailed into the top right hand corner to make it 2-1 to Meadow. Hamilton then get a rightful second booking for Meadow and now both teams were even with 10 men apiece. St Anthonys had chances at both 1-1 and 2-1 down to score but combination of excellent goalkeeping from Hewitt and poor finishing meant they could never find the second goal and were punished late on with two debut goals in last few minutes. One from a well placed Parker shot from a corner and an excellent header by substitute Reeder from a superb Parker cross in injury time.
Meadow will be happy to go into the 4th Round Round draw and into the next crucial league game with some confidence against Beith at home. Scottish Junior Cup 3rd Round
Irvine Meadow face a tough trip to St Anthonys this Saturday 17th November with kick off at 1.45pm. After two league defeats in a row Meadow are looking to bounce back in the Junior Cup but up against Central League One high fliers and form team.
Please get down and support Irvine Meadow. Supporters bus leaves at 12.30pm from top of Wilson Avenue. Please contact Jack Pirie to book your seat.
Transfer News
Irvine Meadow can today (14th November 2012) confirm the signing of Richard Reeder from Hurlford Thistle Amateurs. We welcome Richard to the club.
We can also confirm the departure of Steven 'Bexy' Miller who has been released. We wish the ex Arthurlie and Pollok star the very best for the future and thank him for his contribution to league and cup glory.
Irvine Meadow have signed 30 year old striker Keigan Parker
(ex St Johnstone, Blackpool, Ayr Utd and Cork City).
Next Fixture
Saturday 3rd November Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Ashfield - Irvine Meadow Last Result Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Irvine Meadow 2 - 1 Cumnock (Barr pen & C.McGowan) Irvine Meadow pick up a valuable 3 points in a hard fought match against Cumnock.
Full match report in below link Irvine Meadow 2 - 1 Cumnock 
 Scottish Junior Cup 2nd Round Vale of Leven 0 - 2 Irvine Meadow. Saturday 20th October (2.30pm kick off) Ardagh Glass League Cup Final
Sunday October 14th 2012
Irvine Meadow 4 - 4 Auchinleck Talbot
(McGuiness, Halliday, Gibson, Brighton)
Irvine Meadow win 4-2 on penalties after a sensational League Cup Final against Auchinleck Talbot!!
 Plenty more photographs available link below from Stephen Kerr, Beith
Meadow win a league cup final thriller at Beith against arch rivals Auchinleck Talbot.
Full match reports in links below.
Irvine Meadow 1 - 0 Newmains Utd Irvine Meadow defeat Newmains Utd by a single goal after a tough encounter with Meadow's Brian Hewitt the man of the match. A goal from Kieron Burns after 5 mins sealed the win but it was far from easy against the Central League Two Division Team and an upset was only avoided thanks to fine goalkeeping from Hewitt! Although Meadow had chance of their own both from corners as well as shots well saved from McLennan and good recovery from Newmains keeper stopped Frank Gibson having a tap in to seal the game. Next Game - Irvine Meadow v Auchinleck Talbot, ] Ardagh Glass Cup Final Sunday 14th October @ Beith Juniors, 2pm kick off. Photos courtesy of Robert Ritchie below from Irvine Meadow 1 - 0 Newmains Utd. Saturday 6th October
West of Scotland Cup 1st Round
Usual £5 adults and £2.50 concessions.
Scottish Junior Cup 2nd Round Draw
Vale of Leven - Irvine Meadow. Tie to be played Saturday 20th October, 2.30pm kick off Previous competitive games
18-11-1950 Scottish Cup 3rd round Meadow 5 Vale of Leven 0
29-1-1972 Scottish Cup4th round Vale of Leven 4 Meadow 2
7-1-1984 Scottish Cup 3rd round Meadow 2 Vale of Leven 1
22-2-1997 West of Scotland Cup 3rd round Vale of Leven 1 Meadow 2
18-9-2004 West of Scotland Cup 1st round Meadow 1 Vale of Leven 1 (Vale won 4-2 on pens)
From Vale of Leven Website:-
The sides last met in 2004 when Vale won a 4-2 penalty shoot out down at Meadow Park, after the sides ended ninety minutes at 1-1.
Meadows last visit to Millburn, on competitive business was on 29th January 1972, when a Hugh O’Brien-inspired Vale played Meadow in a 4th round Scottish tie and ran out winners 4-2.
Meadow were so impressed with Vale that they returned duringthe summer to buy the maverick O’Brien, who picked up a Scottish Junior Cup winners medal in May 1973, with the winning goal in the third game of the final against Cambuslang Rangers at Hampden.
Saturday 29th September William Hill Scottish Cup 2nd Round Queens Park 3 v 0 Irvine Meadow   Queens Park Information Queens Park have priced admission at their usual league prices- £12 adults & £2 children and OAP's. Meadow will be J6 & J1 of stadium. Capacity: 52,500 (all seated) Address: Mount Florida, Glasgow, G42 9BA Telephone No: 0141 632 1275 Parking: There is a large free car park, behind the South Stand. Train: Nearest station - Mount Florida 5 minutes walk from ground. For more information click on below link Queens Park Ground Guide Queens Park Buses
Cost is only £5 members, £3 kids and £8 non members.
Please contact Jack Pirie for further details. Departure point is The Turf at 12.45pm sharp.
Still a limited number of seats on buses leaving from Turf at 12.45pm & Kings at 1pm available on a first come first served basis. See Jack Pirie or Jim Hewitson in The Turf from 11 30 onwards tomorrow.
A big thank you from all at Irvine Meadow to Marbill bus company (Beith) for their continued support and generosity as they have provided the team / committee bus free of charge. They have been a great supporter of Irvine Meadow and Junior football for a number of years. Next Fixture
Irvine Meadow's next fixture is another tough away league game. This time away to Petershill with 2pm kick off. Supporters bus leaves top of Wilson Avenue at 12.30pm
Above highlights from Irvine Meadow's 1-0 defeat by Clydebank in the league on Saturday 8th September 2012
Irvine Meadow 2 - 1 Arthurlie (Barr, Brighton) Photo courtesy of Robert Ritchie  Irvine Meadow into Final of Ardagh Glass League Cup
Irvine Meadow beat Kilbirnie Ladeside in an enthralling semi final contest at Valefield on Wednesday night.
Irvine Meadow went ahead on 24 minutes through an excellent move and Chris Strain expert pass found defender Willie Kinniburgh at back post to slot home from close range. Meadow were soon 2-0 up when a mistake by Kilbirnie defence was pounced on by Chris Strain who laid on Richie Barr to calmly slot home for number 2. Kilbirnie were not without their chances and could easily have equalised a minute after Kinniburgh put Meadow 1-0 up but hit the post. Kilbirnie had a penalty appeal turned down but the foul looked like was outside the box despite appeal from vociferous Ladeside support.
Meadow went in two up at half time but knew Kilbirnie could come back into it as they did in Group Stage game earlier this month and they duly did after only 5 minutes from the re-start a break on Meadow right hand side left Darren McLean in space and he cut inside the box to produce a good finish past Wardrobe. Just minutes later it was all square as Kilbirnie got a penalty after a Kinniburgh tackle in the box and Smilie stepped up and made Wardrobe go the wrong way to make it 2-2. Irvine Meadow had the final say though with 5 minutes to go as a McLennan cross from a corner found its way through to Man of the Match Chris Strain who put it through the Kilbirnie keepers legs. Kilbirnie had chances before and after Meadows winner but some excellent saves from Wardrobe from point blank range meant Meadow are through to the final.
Auchinleck Talbot await in the final after they beat Glenafton 3-2 in an remarkable comeback after being 2-0 down as well as down to ten men.
Final to be played on Sunday September 23th @ Beith Juniors' Bellsdale Park.
Information on Queens Park
(William Hill Scottish Cup 2nd Round Opponents for Irvine Meadow)
Admission Prices, Bus Details etc, will be announced on here and on our Twitter as soon as they are out.
William Hill Scottish Cup 1st Round
Irvine Meadow 4 - 0 Gala Fairydean
Photo courtesy of Robert Ritchie of Greenock.
Meadow won 4-0 at home to Gala Fairydean in a professional and convincing win against East of Scotland league opposition. Meadow created plenty of chances in the first half but poor finishing until Tom Brighton chested in from Campbell header towards goal. Then Richie Barr got the second goal after excellent move and passing by Meadow meant the home side were 2-0 up before the break. Tom Brighton went onto secure a hat trick in the second half by 85 mins and he could even afford a wild penalty miss late in the game after being brought down in the box.
Attendance: 431
Irvine Meadow's will now face Queens Park at Hampden Park in 2nd Round of William Hill Scottish Cup!
Hope to see a large travelling support to cheer on the Meadow at the national stadium!!
Read the full detailed match report here on Scottish Sun website-
Meadow go to Hampden in Scottish Cup to play Queens Park!
Irvine Meadow are drawn away to Queens Park in the 2nd Round of the William Hill Scottish Cup. Tie to be played on Saturday 29th September with 3pm kick off. Draw in full
Scottish Cup second round draw in full
Cove Rangers v Golspie Sutherland
Fraserburgh v East Stirlingshire
Forres Mechanics v Rangers
Clachnacuddin v Formartine United
Civil Service Strollers v Turriff United
Montrose v Shotts Bon Accord / Edinburgh City
Buckie Thistle / Rothes v Annan Athletic
Berwick Rangers v Wick Academy
Selkirk v Vale of Leithen
Inverurie Loco Works v Huntly / Wigtown and Bladnoch
Deveronvale v Peterhead
Elgin City v St Cuthbert Wanderers
Dalbeattie Star v Stirling Albion
Queen's Park v Irvine Meadow
Stirling Uni v Bonnyrigg Rose
Clyde v Nairn County
Annual Marymass Derby Game
Irvine Meadow 3 -1 Irvine Vics (Eeles, Hughes & McClymont)
Less than 24 hours before their crucial Senior Scottish Cup clash against Gala Fairydean Irvine Meadow beat their local rivals. Simon Eeles fielded as a trialist after scored an excellent right footed shot into top hand corner after 14 minutues. Irvine Vics though pulled a goal back through Gary Russell after 24 minutes. Michael Hughes put Meadow back in front after 32 minutes after his shot at back post could not be stopped by Vics goalie.
In the second half Vics had a goal chopped off for offside but after 66 minutues Meadow got into a two goal lead after substitute trialist Blair McClymon scored from close range after good work & assist by Eeles on left wing. Meadow had a late penalty saved from McKeever but went onto win 3-1 in front of around 700. Irvine Meadow with 2 games in less than 24 hours!
Irvine Meadow will have the traditional Marymass friendly derby against Irvine Victoria at Meadow at 6.45pm this Friday 24th August then face Gala Fairydean in William Hill Senior Scottish Cup 1st Round at 3pm on Saturday 25th August.
Both games at Meadow Park. Hope to see you there!!
Marymass derby admission - £5 adults and £2.50 concessions
Scottish Senior Cup - admission frozen at only £5 and £2.50 also.
Meadow go through to semi finals of Ardagh Glass League Cup!
Irvine Meadow progress to the semi finals of the Ardagh Glass Cup with a 4-2 win away to Beith Juniors. Irvine Meadows goals came from Tom Brighton with two excellent headers. One from Halliday cross into the box and the second goal from a near post header from a corner after 60 mins. Richie Barr and David Hamilton scored to make it 3-2 and 4-2. Both third and fourth goals within 2 minutes of each other.
Beith earlier recovered from 2-0 down to equalise with goals from Reid and McLean but ill discipline cost them dearly when at 2-2 they got 2 men sent off, one for second yellow card and McLean straight red for dissent!
Meadow now face Kilbirnie on Wednesday 29th August @ Kilbirnie with 6.30pm kick off. If a draw at end of 90 mins then straight to penalties.
This Weeks Fixtures!
Wednesday August 22nd (6.30pm)
Beith 2 v 4 Irvine Meadow (Brighton 2, Barr, Hamilton)
Friday August 24th Marymass Derby (6.45pm kick off)
Irvine Meadow v Irvine Victoria
The traditional Marymass derby match involving the two Irvine clubs. Can Meadow retain the trophy after last seasons remarkable comeback 6-4 win against Vics after being 4-1 down?! Meadow will be making full use of their squad with Scottish Cup 1st Round the next day and as always be a very tight & competitive game. As always should be a very big crowd so please arrive early before kick off so you do not miss any early goals or action!
Saturday 25th August
William Hill Scottish Cup 1st Round
Irvine Meadow v Gala Fairydean (3pm)
Irvine Meadow host Gala Fairydean in the 1st Round of the William Hill Senior Scottish Cup. This is a massive game for Irvine Meadow and we will hope to see a lot of Irvine out to support their local team after the Marymass festivities of morning and early afternoon. Our Social Club will also be open, may be limited capacity so get there early!
Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Result
Irvine Meadow 2 - 1 Shotts Bon Accord
Meadow Scorers: N.McGowan (69) & Barr (70)
Irvine Meadow got off to a winning start to their defence of the Super Premier Divsion with a 2-1 win over Shotts Bon Accord. Shotts had a first half penalty saved as Willie Kinniburgh was adjudged to have brought down the Shotts player in the box. The resulting Shotts penalty was brilliantly saved by Michael Wardrobe. Shotts did eventually break the deadlock with virtually the last kick of the first half. Their number 7 Tom Hanlon whose drilled shot beat Wardbrobe from inside the box.
The second half was evenly matched with both teams creating chances. Shotts though went down to ten men after a second booking for their number 9 McKenzie for a high challenge on McLennan. Meadow started to have more possession after this with a throw in the Shotts box causing havoc with Hamilton flick on for Neil McGowan who headed in the equaliser after 69 minutes. Meadow then went 2-1 ahead just one minute later after a Barr shot that was well saved by the keeper fell back to him and he got a leg to the rebound and went through the keepers legs leaving the Meadow fans delighted and Shotts left wondering what had happened. Shotts even with ten men had chances to equlalise but were unable to finish and Meadow grabbed the valuable 3 points!
Stagecoach West of Scotland Super League Premier Division
Saturday 19th August
Irvine Meadow v Shotts Bon Accord (2pm kick off)
Irvine Meadow take on Scottish Junior Cup Winners Shotts Bon Accord in the first league game of the new season. Irvine Meadow will be hoping to get off to a good start in their pursuit of the 3rd league title in a row.
This promises to be a exciting and competitive game to start with for Meadow to our 2012/2013 league campaign.
Season tickets are still on sale for this season. Only £45 adults / £22 concessions).
With free child season tickets available for each adult season ticket bought.
Irvine Meadow through to Quarter Finals of Ardagh Cup but still battle for top spot!
Irvine Meadow are now confirmed as having qualified for the Ardagh Glass League Cup Quarter Finals after an enthralling 2-2 draw away to a Kilbirnie but still have it all to play for to finish top of their group.
Kilbirnie Ladeside team was laced with ex Meadow players with two scoring, but it was Irvine Meadow were 2-0 up at half time through a penalty from Richie Barr and a Chris McGowan header after an excellent Robert Halliday cross. But after a bright start to the second half from Meadow that included a thunder bolt of a shot from McGuiness well saved by Kilbirnie's keeper. Ladeside started to come right back into the game with a goal from ex Meadow player Shaun Dillon from a cross. A deserved equaliser for Ladeside after constant pressure from Kilbirnie through McLean.
Both teams then had further chances to win the game with Barr making the Kilbirnie keeper pull off a top class save from close range but in the end a draw was a fair result.
Kilbirnie can overtake Meadow as group winners if they beat Irvine Vics and Meadow slip up against Ardeer or a 3 plus goal swing in Kilbirnie's favour could also leave them top. So all to play for going into the final games.
Dunky Black retires after 49 years! After 49 years of incredible service to Irvine Meadow XI FC - physio/trainer Dunky Black has announced his immediate retirement.
Dunky has shown unbelievable loyalty and commitment to the club over the years and has travelled many, many miles in coming from his home in Glasgow to Meadow Park upto 3 times a week.
He has seen many players and managers come and go in his time and has been a big part of historic Meadow sides which have won every honour in the Junior grade during his time.
Saturday (friendly vs Shettleston) was sadly Dunky's last game in the Meadow dug-out. A bigg fuss of the situation was not made as you know Dunky, he does not like to be centre of attention and can be a very shy but humble gentleman. He has promised not to be a stranger however, he has pledged to attend selected games this season and will always support The Medda. He will most likely be at our Scottish Cup 1st Round game vs Gala Fairydean on Marymass Saturday if you wish to speak with him and wish him well or buy him a dram .
Dunky Black will always be a legend at Meadow Park and will remain a huge part of Irvine Meadow XI's history forever more! All at Irvine Meadow wish him the very best for the future.
Season Tickets Limited Offer-
Free child season ticket with every adult season purchased!!
Season Tickets are now on sale.
Priced the same as last season at a bargain £45:
This includes 11 league games and not only saves you money but also helps Irvine Meadow football club at a crucial time of the season.
£45 Adults ** Special limited offer of free child season ticket for first 100 adult tickets bought!
£22 Concessions (Under 18s & Over 60s).
This offer for free child season tickets for each adult ticket bought is to help encourage the younger generation to come out and support their local team. The offer is sponsored by Phoenix Taxi's and Irvine Meadow wish to thank them for their continued excellent support.
Please see any committee member at upcoming friendlies or league cup games
First league game is Saturday August 18th against Shotts and they can also be bought then.
Big thank you for all your continued support.
William Hill Scottish Cup 1st Round Draw
Irvine Meadow v Gala Fairydean
Irvine Meadow are drawn at home against East of Scotland 1st Divison team Gala Fairydean. The tie is scheduled for Saturday 25th August at 3pm.
Gala Fairydean play their home games at Netherdale in Galashiels. Gala Fairydean have a long history in the Scottish Cup and have caused a few upsets against Senior teams so will be a tie that is not taken lightly. Gala Fairydean applied to join the Scottish Football League in 1966, 1994, 2000 and 2002 when various vacancies opened up membership slots, but were unsuccessful on each occasion.
Irvine Meadow's Summer Pre-Season Tournament Results
Irvine Meadow 2 - 1 Kilwinning Rangers
Burns
McGuiness
Troon 4 - 0 Cumbernauld Utd
3rd Place Play Off
Kilwinning Rangers 2 - 1 Cumbernauld Utd
Irvine Meadow Annual Summer Tournament Final
Irvine Meadow 6 - 0 Troon
Barr 3
McGuiness
Gibson
Burns
An excellent weekends football and Irvine Meadow retain the trophy. A terrific attacking display in the final. Big credit to all the teams for taking part, travelling down and providing a superb start to the football season!
Transfer News
Irvine Meadow announce the signing of Tom Brighton (ex Rangers, St Mirren, Clyde, Millwall, Stirling Albion & Queen of the South). The 28 year old left sided striker is a local lad and an exciting addition to the squad. Also we can confirm the signing of left sided defender / midfielder Robert Halliday from Ashfield who was impressive in recent games against Irvine Meadow. Pre Season Tournament Irvine Meadow Annual Pre-season tournament. Saturday & Sunday 21st and 22nd July (12.30pm & 3pm kick offs) Irvine Meadow, Kilwinning Rangers, Troon, Cumbernauld United are the teams competing in which promises to be an exciting start to the 2012/2013 season. Draw to be announced at a later date. Other friendlies confirmed Wednesday 25th Saturday 28th July Irvine Meadow v Shettleston (2pm) Transfers to Irvine Meadow Irvine Meadow are delighted to announce the signings of former Partick Thistle players, Willie Kinniburgh, Colin Stevenson and Kieran Burns. There will be other comings and goings to be officially announced very soon. End of Season Irvine Meadow defeated 1-0 by Ashfield in Final of Evening Times Cup on Thursday 14th June. Ashfield's Match Report - Evening Times Cup Final Another great season overall for Irvine Meadow - Double winners. League Champions & West of Scotland Cup Winners! Well done to all the players, management team, physio and committee. Next Fixture
Ayrshire Weekly Press Cup Semi Final
Irvine Meadow - Auchinleck Talbot (7.30pm)
Irvine Meadow win Stagecoach Super League Premier Division Title for 2nd season in a row!
Irvine Meadow retain the league trophy with a hard fought 2-0 win over Largs Thistle at Meadow Park on Saturday 19th May. The goals came from Frank Gibson on 15 minutes and Richie Barr in the last minute after an excellent save from Connick came to him inside the 6 yard box. The celebrations could finally commence!
Photos & Reports in The Sun & Daily Record
Irvine Meadow will also now qualify for the William Hill Scottish Cup 2012/2013.
Irvine Meadow win West of Scotland Cup 2011/2012! Irvine Meadow win the West of Scotland Cup for the 9th time in their history with a 2-0 win over Ashfield Meadow got the breakthrough from a well worked free kick with Neil McGowan scoring his 3rd goal of the season with a well place left foot effort. Wardrobe in the Meadow goal was kept very busy pulling off a string of excellent saves to keep a clean sheet and win the Man of the Match award. The second Meadow goal came from good running and hold up play by Barr and quick one two with McGuiness where Barr smashed the ball pass the helpless Ashfield keeper. Report and Interviews online from Kicktalk Kicktalk match report and interviews Some videos of the game and celebrations on Youtube. |
