St James’ hosts duo

Nov 27 2008 by Eric MacKinnon, West Lothian Courier

TWO West Lothian soccer stars are set to show off their skills across the border after details emerged of a planned trip to Newcastle.

Ace county midfielders Jack Kelly and David Mackay switched to Syngenta Juveniles 1998s recently and have quickly made themselves at home with the Grangemouth side.

And with the team preparing for a top-class spell on Tyneside the youngsters will have a further chance to impress.

The team will get the chance to follow in the bootprints of players like Michael Owen and Nicky Butt as they play on the Magpies’ training ground.

If that wasn’t enough the aspiring stars will get the chance to gauge the standard they need to reach to play at the top level when they take in the Newcastle against Liverpool Premiership clash.

The West Lothian youngsters have already enjoyed success across the border with their new club after they took part in a tournament hosted by Blackburn Rovers in which they beat the hosts in the final.

Any players interested in coming along to Syngenta Juveniles 98s should contact Frank on 01324 611736 or Paul 07908863729.

Goalkeeping coaching will be given from former Hearts and Scotland keeper Henry Smith at no cost to the parent.

FAULDHOUSE United are looking for a physio to help them out on match days.

Male and female applicants are invited for the match-day role and interested parties should call Gordon Watson on 01501 773756.

WEST Lothian Thistle Under-13s are looking for additional players to strengthen their squad.

Thistle play in the WLAYFC A League and train twice weekly in Livingston.

Players must have been born in 1996 or 1997 to be eligible and all positions will be considered.

For more information please call Graham on 07876208015.

LIVINGSTON Hearts White 1998s (Under-11s) are looking for experienced players to help improve their squad.

The team train on Monday and Thursday evenings between 6.30pm and 8pm.

Please contact Craig Smith on 07985 777791 or Allan Dunn on 07869214046 to discuss or receive further information.

ARMADALE Colts U-13s are looking for new players, born in 1996, to play 11-a-side football.

Anyone interested in a trial please call Steven Knox on 07739034865 or 01501 750189 to make arrangements.