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Jul 28 2011 West Lothian Courier

lBATHGATE Thistle are rolling out the welcome mat this week for SPL side Motherwell as they visit Creamery Park for the Paul McGrillen Memorial match.

Well boss Stuart McCall has promised to field a strong team for the match for the striker who died two-years ago having played for both clubs.

The match is scheduled to kick-off at 1pm.

lBATHGATE Thistle Amateurs FC are hosting their inaugural sportsman’s dinner on August 13 at the Bathgate British Legion.

Confirmed guests on the night are established after-dinner speakers, John Rowbotham (ex-SPL ref) and John Gahagan (ex-Motherwell FC), with comedy from and hosted by Shuggie Naismith.

Tickets are priced £30 and are available from James Drummond on 07734845462.

lBATHGATE Rose FC are currently looking for players for their 1999 football team as they are moving from seven-a-side to eleven-a-side team.

Further details are available from club secretary Lynn on 07740778661 or coach Mark on 07768563123.

lBATHGATE Colts 1999 are looking for players born in 1999 or 2000 to join their squad.

For more information, contact Scott on 01506 633967.

lWEST Calder United FC Under-14’s are currently looking for players for the upcoming season starting in August.

The side currently train on Monday and Wednesday evenings between 6pm and 8pm at West Calder Juniors park, New Hermand Park.

Anyone interested in a fresh start or new challenge can text or phone Michael on 07800631742.