MYLES HOGARTH – Goalkeeper, Signed 2003 from Alloa, Born 30/3/75. When Chris Reid sustained an injury last February, Albion were granted special permission to sign Myles from local rivals Alloa. Formerly with Hearts, Airdrie, Hamilton and Falkirk, Myles has shown himself to be an excellent shot-stopper. His good distribution is greatly appreciated by the rest of the team.

SCOTT MORRISON – Goalkeeper, Signed 2003 from Dumbarton, Born 28/5/81. Back up keeper who has also previously played for East Stirling. Made his debut against Queens Park earlier in the season.

PAUL NUGENT – Defender, Signed 2001 from Clyde, Born 4/4/83. This former Scotland Under 18 schools internationalist was snapped up when Clyde’s youth set-up decided to let him go. Made his Albion debut in front of 30,000 at Parkhead in the CIS Cup two years ago. Never out of the team since then, Paul has developed into an outstanding prospect and already has larger clubs taking an interest in him.

GEORGE ROWE – Defender, Signed 2002 from Arbroath, Born 23/8/68. It was something of a surprise when Arbroath released George in 2002 as he had been one of their key players over recent seasons. Vastly experienced – his cool head helped Albion’s talented youngsters during 2002/3. Originally with Clydebank he later joined Queen of the South and has had one season as co-manager of the Palmerston outfit. Captain of the Albion side this season.

DEREK ANDERSON – Defender, Signed from Queen of the South, Born 15/5/72. A surprise free transfer from Queens last season. The former Killie, Morton and Ayr defender has been instrumental in the Dumfries side’s progress last season. A quality defender who will add experience to the Albion squad.

MARK MCNALLY – Defender, Signed 2002 from Clydebank, Born 10/3/71. Veteran of over 100 first team games for Celtic in the early 1990’s, Mark has been around a few clubs since then. He was with Clydebank before coming to Forthbank where he will now take on a coaching role as well as playing. Other clubs he has been with include, Southend United, Stoke City, Dundee united, Ayr united and Partick Thistle. Uses the ball effectively to create chances for others.

ANDY SMITH – Defender/Midfielder, Signed 2003 from Armagh City, Born 21/6/83. A student at Stirling University, this former Northern Ireland youth cap made a big impact towards the end of last season. Fiercely competitive and with considerable skills, he looks to be a great prospect for the future.

STEWART DEVINE – Defender/Midfielder, Signed 2000 from SAFC Youths, Born 11/4/84. Made his debut as a 16 year old three years ago. Showed great early promise but 2002/3 was a disappointing season for him. Hoping to be back to top form this year.

GARY KELLY – Defender/Midfielder, Signed 2000 from Sauchie Juniors, Born 1/9/81. Missed most of last season through injury. Gary hopes to impress this year and regain a first team berth.

PAUL HAY – Defender/Midfielder, Signed 2001 from Clyde, Born 14/11/80. Paul is one of the few players to have kept his place in the Albion side over the past few years. A versatile individuals who can play at the back or in midfield. Last season he was in impressive form, wining plaudits from the Albion support.

COLIN MCKINNON – Midfielder, Signed 2002 from Albion Rovers, Born 29/8/69. Vastly experienced midfield player-snapped up on the eve of the August 2002 transfer window deadline. Formerly with Falkirk, East Stirling, Arbroath, Stenhousemuir and Dumbarton. Scored some vital goals for the Forthbank side last season. Missed the end of the campaign through injury.

DAVID O’BRIEN – Midfield, Signed 2001 from Denny Under 15s, Born 24/1/84, youngster who has had an extended run in the first team over the past two seasons. He looks very comfortable on the ball and is a great prospect for the future. Won the Bell’s Young Player of the Month award for October 2002 after scoring three goals in as many games.

DOUGIE WILSON – Midfield, Signed 2001 from SAFC Youths, Born 27/5/84. “Jinky” possesses tremendous skills and has a good eye for goal. Most of his appearances to date have been as a substitute, but 203/4 could be the year when he makes the big breakthrough.

CRAIG FERGUSON – Midfield, Signed 2003 from Maryhill Juniors, Born 26/9/83. Signed up after good performances in pre-season matches. A powerful midfield player who looks particularly good coming forward.

ANDY GIBSON – Midfield, Signed 2003 on loan from Partick Thistle, Born 2/3/82. Made a number of SPL appearance for Partick Thistle last season. Currently on loan from Partick Thistle.

SCOTT MCLEAN – Striker, Signed 2003 from St Mirren, Born 17/6/76, “Trigger” started out with St Johnstone but it was at Inverness Caledonian Thistle that he really made a name for himself as a consistent goalscorer. He was then a team mate of Allan Moore’s at Partick, before moving to St Mirren last season. Joined up at Forthbank during the summer to add firepower to the Albion side.

BARRY ELLIOT – Striker, Signed 2003 from Partick Thistle, Born 24/100/78. Former Celtic youngster who made just one appearance for the Parkhead side. Later moved to Dundee, Airdrie, Berwick, Clydebank and eventually to Partick Thistle. Despite outstanding promise he has found first team chances limited wherever he has gone. Will be keen to make a big impact at Forthbank this season.

ROSS BEVERAGE – Striker, Signed 2001 from Rangers, Born 24/8/84. Promising young striker who was on the fringe of the first team last season. Very quick and has good positional sense.

DARREN CUMMINGS – Striker, Signed 2002 from SAFC Youths, Born 15/3/85. Prolific scorer for the youth team last season. Darren was given a few chances in the first team and will be hoping to feature more regularly this time round.

RYAN DAVIDSON – Striker, Signed 2003 from Hearts, Born 22/4/82. Ryan spent part of last season on loan at Alloa. He offers another option up front with a devastating burst of pace and shooting power.

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