weeto 112 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I was under the impression that the Under 20s would be allowed to use five over age players as I'm sure I read that only six of the team had to be under 20 for the Challenge Cup. I wonder if that means we could name a very strong team if we got to the last couple of rounds? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Hurlock Loyal 12,133 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 32 minutes ago, weeto said: I was under the impression that the Under 20s would be allowed to use five over age players as I'm sure I read that only six of the team had to be under 20 for the Challenge Cup. I wonder if that means we could name a very strong team if we got to the last couple of rounds? I highly doubt it, we don't have a large squad and there is no point risking them for this nonsense. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poetry_In_Blue 1,043 Posted August 11, 2016 Author Share Posted August 11, 2016 31 minutes ago, Terry Hurlock Loyal said: I highly doubt it, we don't have a large squad and there is no point risking them for this nonsense. Pardon! We are the cup holders and I think it's brilliant that in some way we could possibly defend our trophy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfideldo 4,408 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 1 hour ago, weeto said: I was under the impression that the Under 20s would be allowed to use five over age players as I'm sure I read that only six of the team had to be under 20 for the Challenge Cup. I wonder if that means we could name a very strong team if we got to the last couple of rounds? SPL "Colt" teams cannot field any overage players in The Challenge Cup. Up to FIVE overage players can be fielded in the Development League matches. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Hurlock Loyal 12,133 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 35 minutes ago, Poetry_In_Blue said: Pardon! We are the cup holders and I think it's brilliant that in some way we could possibly defend our trophy. The cup has totally changed in format, hence why I think it is a nonsense from last year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskbankloyal 19,446 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 6 hours ago, Rfc52 said: The boy jefferies, is he going to be the next star lads? Dunno about that but his 2 goals last night, particularly his second, were phenomenal strikes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
908 14 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I'm not sure I agree with these games being played at Forthbank - albeit it is a very nice stadium. I was at the game and, although it was a very young side, I couldn't help but think we'd have got more than double the crowd at Ibrox. Maybe they don't want to put these boys under too much pressure though. Should be a hard game against Stenhousemuir, especially considering how the 1st team struggled against them in this competition before. I don't know if these lower league SPFL teams are going to put out strong sides either though. Also, if we played sides like Hibs, Linfield or celtic, is Forthbank going to be big enough to cope with the crowds? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude 20,026 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Just now, 908 said: I'm not sure I agree with these games being played at Forthbank - albeit it is a very nice stadium. I was at the game and, although it was a very young side, I couldn't help but think we'd have got more than double the crowd at Ibrox. Maybe they don't want to put these boys under too much pressure though. Should be a hard game against Stenhousemuir, especially considering how the 1st team struggled against them in this competition before. I don't know if these lower league SPFL teams are going to put out strong sides either though. Also, if we played sides like Hibs, Linfield or celtic, is Forthbank going to be big enough to cope with the crowds? I've done U20 games at Ibrox before and seen crowds struggle to just over 200 (with free entry). Doing it there can be more hassle too due to the sheer size of the place in comparison. While we wouldn't open other stands Then there's avoiding excessive use of the pitch, policing costs, If we were to draw Linfield or Celtic etc we can move it. Colt teams are allowed to use up to 3 grounds. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poetry_In_Blue 1,043 Posted August 11, 2016 Author Share Posted August 11, 2016 2 hours ago, 908 said: I'm not sure I agree with these games being played at Forthbank - albeit it is a very nice stadium. I was at the game and, although it was a very young side, I couldn't help but think we'd have got more than double the crowd at Ibrox. Maybe they don't want to put these boys under too much pressure though. Should be a hard game against Stenhousemuir, especially considering how the 1st team struggled against them in this competition before. I don't know if these lower league SPFL teams are going to put out strong sides either though. Also, if we played sides like Hibs, Linfield or celtic, is Forthbank going to be big enough to cope with the crowds? From a personal point of view I would have preferred some ground that was more central and not bloody Stirling because from where I live it is a trek getting there and if these games are going to be midweek then getting home is difficult, whereas I can understand why Ibrox shouldn't be used playing at another ground in Glasgow would be a lot easier due to rail links etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poetry_In_Blue 1,043 Posted August 11, 2016 Author Share Posted August 11, 2016 2 hours ago, Terry Hurlock Loyal said: The cup has totally changed in format, hence why I think it is a nonsense from last year. The possibility of our youngsters lifting a trophy against senior and mostly professional sides is not nonsense and as to the format the only thing that's really changed is that more teams can now compete. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyson1872 2,923 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Jeffries two goals were fucking stunning, Burt nearly scored a decent 30 yarder as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eck the bear 106 Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Did anyone get a programme from the match, there was no official programme just the typical unofficial one that a guy produces for these games, a friend of mine who collects these was at the match and couldn't get one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lau03143 84 Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 So the game next week will be at Forthbank? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lau03143 84 Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 1 hour ago, lau03143 said: So the game next week will be at Forthbank? A bit of digging and I've answered my own question. 7.30pm k.o @ Forthbank http://spfl.co.uk/challenge-cup/fixture/3639073/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wully 47,377 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Noticed in the paper that the tarrier games in this competition are live on Premier Sports. Just a heads up for those who are infatuated with them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottyc06 6,915 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Did they not play the U20's games at Dumbarton at one point? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE_Ibrox_Preacher 2,812 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 26 minutes ago, scottyc06 said: Did they not play the U20's games at Dumbarton at one point? Aye. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hilts 12,819 Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 34 minutes ago, scottyc06 said: Did they not play the U20's games at Dumbarton at one point? Airdrie too I'm sure. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerKlos 161 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Heading along tonight Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cumnockbear 2,446 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Winners face Celtic u20's eh ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEE 4,880 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 1 hour ago, cumnockbear said: Winners face Celtic u20's eh ? Draw's not been done? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskbankloyal 19,446 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 2 hours ago, cumnockbear said: Winners face Celtic u20's eh ? Draw hasn't been done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cumnockbear 2,446 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 1 hour ago, BEE said: Draw's not been done? 17 minutes ago, eskbankloyal said: Draw hasn't been done. Cool thought they way i seen the results on Flash scores it looked like the winners played that mobs U20s Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eck the bear 106 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 It will be hard to make it to the next round, away to Stenhousemuir is a tough match for any U20 side, I know Stenny have lost all their matches so far but if they get through this one they'll be doing well. 'mon the wee bears. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capital Blu 615 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 The U20s of Aberdeen, Hearts, Partick, Hamilton and Motherwell all went out last night. It does get physically demanding for the youngsters against seasoned pros. I'd say it's a 50/50 call against Stenny tonight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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