Man of many clubs veteran George Shaw was with Stranraer last season. The striker always had the ability on the ball but he seemed to lack the pace to get into the right positions, resulting in manager Billy McLaren releasing him in the close season. Previous clubs include St. Mirren, Ross County and Partick Thistle.

Also currently in the Forfar squad is goalkeeper Michael Brown. Although Brown is from Stranraer he has never played for the Blues. His previous clubs have included Motherwell (1999-2000) and Partick Thistle (August 2000 to May 2001). He was signed by Forfar in May of last year and has established himself as their regular goalkeeper. The highlight for Brown last season was playing against Rangers in the Quarter Final of the Scottish Cup. Unfortunately, he let six goals past in front of a home crowd of 4,500 fans.

Another former favourite of Stranraer fans playing at Station Park is Darren Henderson. The midfielder maybe not as pacy as he once was but uses his experience to good effect. Previous clubs include Ross County, Queen of the South, Hamilton Accies and Raith Rovers.

Striker Jered Stirling played eight matches for Forfar from August to November in 2000, before being signed by Billy McLaren in mid-November. The tall forward played 15 matches for Stranraer and scored two goals in the process.

Another connection between the clubs is a striker called Gary Higgins. Campbell Money signed the player near the end of 1996 from Forfar Athletic. Higgins didn't stay at Stair Park very long and eventually joined Ross County.

If you know of any other connections, please feel free to e-mail me (sandy@stranraerfc.net) with any submissions.