The Official Cowdenbeath 2024-25 Season Thread - Scottish Lowland Football League

[cup of tea]

Yes, it is the thread you have all been waiting for. The mighty COO go once again in 2024/2025 and I am going to stick my neck out and say that the COO will walk the league this season and win it by a record margin with a record points haul.

After some consolidation in recent seasons the whispers coming out from the staff, players, manager, executives and fans is one of absolute confidence which is refreshing to see and hear.

Nothing will stop us this season, and I don’t even want to hear about the scum from Kelty Hearts, they mean NOTHING to us.

MON THE COO’

2024–25 Lowland Football League

The 2024–25 Scottish Lowland Football League will be the 12th season of the Lowland Football League, part of the fifth tier of the Scottish football pyramid system.

East Kilbride are the reigning champions. They remained in the league having been unable to gain promotion via the League Two play-off for the third time.

East of Scotland League champions Broxburn Athletic were promoted from tier 6, replacing Edinburgh University who had spent 10 seasons in the league.

Teams

Albion Rovers
Berwick Rangers
Bo'ness
Broxburn
Caledonian Braves
Celtic B
CS Strollers
Cowdenbeath
Cumbernauld
East Kilbride
East Stirlingshire
Gala Fairydean Rovers
Gretna 2008
Hearts B
Linlithgow
Broomhill
Tranent
University of Stirling

Notes

Broomhill are ground-sharing with Dumbarton.
Celtic B are ground-sharing with Airdrieonians.
East Stirlingshire are ground-sharing with Falkirk.
Heart of Midlothian B are ground-sharing with The Spartans.
University of Stirling are ground-sharing with Stirling Albion.
All grounds are equipped with floodlights.

Season Ticket & Admission Details 2024/2025

Cowdenbeath FC are pleased to now confirm arrangements for admission and Season tickets for Central Park for Season 2024/25. We can only emphasise how important season ticket sales are now for the club – particularly given the extended close season and the fact that the club will no longer receive any SPFL Parachute payments or Viaplay Cup income. So, we urge fans to help and please support the club by purchasing a Season ticket for the season ahead.

Purchases can initially be made during the following Office hours (below) at Central Park from Tuesday 28th May 2024. In addition, online purchases can now be made via Fanbase - where you have the choice of a traditional season ticket or alternatively take the option of an e-version. Prices for 2024/25 Season Tickets are as follows:

Adult Season Ticket - £160 - Offers a discount of £27 on normal admission price for all 17 games.

Concession (65 and over/disabled) - £90 - Offers a discount of £29 on normal admission price for all
17 games.

Concession (age 80 and over) – A concession season ticket will be issued on application to all fans aged 80 and over free of charge.

Juvenile (age 13 to 16) - £35

Youths (age 12 and under) - No Season Tickets on sale as we are pleased to confirm that our Kids Go Free initiative will continue to apply for all our League Matches. Thus, anyone aged 12 or under can gain free admittance in season 2024/25 to league games at Central Park.

Cowdenbeath Adult/Concessions Season Ticket Benefits 2024/25

Key Benefits of buying a season ticket are as follows:

Discounted admission to every League game

Priority for any all ticket matches at Central Park or all-ticket away matches;

£10 discount on the Club’s Step sponsorship scheme;

All Season Ticket holders vote each year to decide the Club’s Player of the Year;

You are assisting the club’s cash flow and budgeting arrangements

Admission Prices 2024/25

The following Standard pricing will apply for League matches at Central Park in 2024/25. Online - Adults £11. Pay at the Gate price is £1 more. Concession price (online and pay at the gate) is £7. Cup ties are subject to individual pricing arrangements which will be publicised before the match via the club website and social media outlets. If you have a disability and require an attendant, the attendant will be admitted to games for free.

Initial Office Opening Hours for season ticket sales:

Tuesday 28th May & 4th June – 10am to 2.30pm
Thursday 30th May – 10am to 4pm
Friday 31st May & 7th June – 11am to 1pm
Sunday 2nd June – 12pm to 2pm

Season Tickets can also be purchased at our unit at the Cowdenbeath Gala Day on Sunday 9th June plus on the evening of Friday 14th June between 5pm and 7pm before the Germany v Scotland game in the Euros which will be shown live in the Andy Matthew Lounge at Central Park.

[Leonard Hatred]

https://www.centralfifetimes.com/sport/ ... ep-ground/

[WHU(Exeter)]

Len, don’t worry about the whomail, I’ve dug out your message to me when you sent the 25 quid last year, if you can reply to that with your address I’ll get them to send it.

[WHU(Exeter)]

Len, have sent you a whomail, see if you can reply to it.

[Mike Oxsaw]

Had an e-mail from the COO

the sponsors of the Jack Denham shirt get it sent to them as part of the sponsorship deal.

Does anyone want the shirt and if so, let me know your address by whomail - will ask them to send it to the first person who contacts.

Other idea could be that we say to them they can raffle it instead and put it back in the club funds, as I don't think they're exactly rolling in it as a club at the moment.


 

Raffle it's a brilliant idea.

I'd be interested second dibs, after Lord Hatred, if it's a short sleeve version - can't see anybody out here in NE Thailand would even have the faintest idea who's kit it was.
Can cover the postage out here, no issues, but money back into the club funds works best for me.

Oh, and will we be getting early doors next season to do this again?

[Leonard Hatred]

WHU(E)

I can't WHOmail you for some reason, but I'll have it if nobody's claimed it yet.

[WHU(Exeter)]

Had an e-mail from the COO

the sponsors of the Jack Denham shirt get it sent to them as part of the sponsorship deal.

Does anyone want the shirt and if so, let me know your address by whomail - will ask them to send it to the first person who contacts.

Other idea could be that we say to them they can raffle it instead and put it back in the club funds, as I don't think they're exactly rolling in it as a club at the moment.

 

[WHU(Exeter)]

The foundations he’s laid will stand as a testament.

What a springboard he’s left.

*raises glass to Dougie*

[Leonard Hatred]

𝐃𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐈𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐋 As many will be aware, Cowdenbeath manager Dougie Hill stepped down from his post at full-time after the win v Berwick Rangers. He had confirmed his decision to the Board earlier in the day and spoke to his players and staff after the game. Then at the Player of the Year event he was able to tell the fans present of his decision at the end of the presentation ceremonies. Dougie leaves with our very best wishes and just as in his playing days it has been a real pleasure to have him at Central Park in the manager’s chair. In his first managerial role, he worked hard to build his own team and most fans would readily agree he progressively put together an entertaining, attacking and enterprising side - despite the horrendous injury jinx that plagued us most of the season and the loss of our captain in January. The younger players that he brought into the team blossomed as the season went on. Strong morale and harmony in the dressing room was plain to see. He took us to 10th place in the League once more and but for the aforementioned injuries we are certain a higher finish would have been achieved. Dougie was looking to build further on this foundation for next season but budgetary constraints were set to make this more challenging and that largely led Dougie to make what was for him a difficult decision. We thank him on behalf of everyone at Cowdenbeath FC and all our fans for all his efforts and achievements in his times with Cowdenbeath FC over the years. He has always been a popular figure at Central Park for his commitment and his approachability. As aforementioned, we wish Dougie all the best as we now of course turn our attention to seeking his successor.

[WHU(Exeter)]

Fantastic result and something to build on next season.

Theres nothing holding the COO back now.

[Iron Duke]

Full time - 6-4 to Celtic B. They are in second place so good effort from the lads.

[Iron Duke]

4-4 now

[Iron Duke]

Celtic B 4 Cowdenbeath 3. And it’s only half time!

[WHU(Exeter)]

Just been looking at the table.

9th and a top half finish is still not insurmountable.

[Iron Duke]

Albion Rovers 1-0 Cowdenbeath.

Injury time goal scored by Bright Osemudiamen Prince Okosun.

[WHU(Exeter)]

It’s just like when those two lunatics chopped that tree down.

I blame AI and TikTok.  

[Leonard Hatred]

𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐌 𝐀𝐓 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊

Cowdenbeath FC regrets to report that our stadium was the target of an act of vandalism on the evening of Wednesday 5th March.

At approximately 9pm, intruders unlawfully entered the ground and proceeded to start and drive a road roller onto the pitch, causing significant damage before colliding with a building.

Those responsible filmed the incident, and this footage is likely to be shared.

The Club is currently reviewing CCTV footage to assist in identifying those involved. We urge anyone with information regarding the individuals responsible to come forward by contacting either the Club or Police Scotland.

Acts of this nature not only cause financial and operational difficulties for the Club but also impact the wider community. We appreciate any assistance in identifying those responsible and ensuring appropriate action is taken.

[WHU(Exeter)]

A respectful and well earned away point at 15th placed Berwick Rangers, sees the COO one of five clubs all within one point of each other, in the race for that upper mid~table 9th placed position in the Scottish Lowland League.

you couldn’t call it at this stage and everything to play for.

[WHU(Exeter)]

0~0 at Berwick.

this is where the weekend begins

[Iron Duke]

2-1 home win v Gretna.

That’ll ease the relegation fears.

[WHU(Exeter)]

Still sat here, stunned.

it’s the effort that counts though and if the COO continue to put in healthy performances like this until the end of the season, we could be looking at a higher mid~table slot.

[Iron Duke]

2-3 defeat.

Last minute goal for Callum Wilson. That cսnt again!

[WHU(Exeter)]

2~2, respectable, but let’s make a mark here and go for the win.

[WHU(Exeter)]

2~1 up at halftime. The COO continue to rally as the business end of the season approaches. It’s heartening to see.

[WHU(Exeter)]

One apiece already in the early stages.

a cheeky away win today could propel the COO to 11th.

[WHU(Exeter)]

Nice video, but I don’t reckon that bloke realised it was a cup game and not league, until the later stages of it!