HOME MATCH v BUCKIE THISTLE FC
BREEDON HIGHLAND LEAGUE
SEAFIELD PARK, GRANTOWN-ON-SPEY, PH26 3HE
SATURDAY 11 JANUARY 2025 KO 2pm
Well….it won’t have taken the brains of a genius to have discovered that Saturday’s game against Buckie Thistle has been postponed. The photo shows a very picturesque Seafield Park in it’s winter clothing but it’s not so wonderful for fitba’.
So our focus now moves to next Saturday’s crucial encounter against Lossiemouth FC at Grant Park, Lossiemouth.
It’ll be our first outing of the New Year as it will be for Lossie although they did suffer a heavy defeat from high flying Brora Rangers on the last Saturday of 2024′
We didn’t have a game that day as our last game was the Saturday before, in an exciting 3-3 draw at Forres…..let’s hope that the weather forecast is correct when warmer weather is predicted for next Saturday and we can get back to playing regularly.
FILIP STAYS
On a far happier note we’re delighted to confirm that Filip Franczak has made his move to Strathspey Thistle permanent.
Filip joins us from Forfar Athletic Football Club (Official) and has signed with the club until the end of the 2025/26 season.
Although only 18-year-old he has already impressed us during his loan spell, bringing strength to both our defence and midfield. Filip’s development and experience, from his time at St Johnstone to his standout performances with us, have made him a key player in our squad.
Head coach Ryan Esson commented: “We’re pleased that Filip has committed to the club long-term. His ability, work ethic, and positive attitude will continue to play a major role as we build for the future.
FESTIVE RAFFLE
The Festive Raffle was to have been drawn on Saturday after the Buckie game but plans have had to be changed obviously.
So you have a couple of days extra to get yoiur tickets as the draw will now take place after our committee monthly meeting on Monday night(13 January) The inclement weather has played havoc with the meetings too-we were meant to have met last Monday night but the snow and ice put paid to that – so fingers crossed all goes well for Monday night – the forecast does look promising though.
Result of the draw will be on our social media pages as soon as possible afterwards.
You can still buy tickets from our committee members, playing squad, and management team. ……or drop us an email : hospitality@strathspeythistlefc.uk
Thank you for your incredible support and a big thank you to all who have very kindly donated prizes!
1st Prize: A fabulous stay at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness – 2 twin rooms for 1 night, bed & breakfast, PLUS a 4-ball at Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club Links!
2nd Prize: A Fine Dining experience for 4 at The Crossing Kingussie – perfect for a special night out!
3rd Prize: A festive hamper filled with seasonal goodies!
And that’s not all – we have lots of other fantastic prizes up for grabs!
Tickets: £1 each /£10 for a book…
DATES FOR YOUR 2025 DIARY
These are the scheduled homegames for January and February and their kick-off times.
Saturday 25 January at 2pm – Brechin City FC
Saturday 8 February at 2pm – Clachnacuddin FC
Saturday 23 February at 3pm – Nairn County FC
With no game scheduled for Saturday 16 February there may be a previous postponed game arranged for that date.
Please check with our very much up-to-date social media if there are any changes with kick-offs etc.
For hospitality availability and details please contact : hospitality@strathspeythistlefc.uk
There will be a cash bar for all spectators from 1-2 pm and then at full time.
LOTTERY NOW £9300
As ever we conclude this week’s meanderings offering you a jackpot win of a massive £9300 on our online fundraising lottery – what a great start that would be to the New Year – click here if you want to play…
LOTTERY CH-CH-CHANGES
After the current jackpot has been won therefore completing that game, there will be some changes.
There will still be a weekly prize of £100 for a consolation winner if their entry matches four of the five numbers drawn, however instead of a weekly increase in the jackpot of £100, this will now be increased monthly.
The game is to forecast 5 winning numbers, which are drawn at random, from 1-20. The 5 numbers chosen are to be marked by a cross (X).
- The Jackpot prize starts at £1,000 and the game continues until it is won and starts afresh. As applicable, the Jackpot increases by £100 immediately after the first draw in each calendar month, up to a maximum of £5,000. The Jackpot is then capped at £5,000 until it is won in a weekly draw.
- If more than one player has 5 winning numbers, the Jackpot will be divided equally among the winning players.
- Should no entry forecast all 5 winning numbers, then any player matching 4 numbers will be entered into a draw for a single Consolation Prize of £100.
- THE DRAW will take place every SUNDAY at 7pm unless otherwise advised.
- The entrant named on the ticket must be at least 16 years of age.
- All winners will be notified.
That’s all sports fans for this week….wrap up warm now!!!