Blairgowrie test for free-scoring Violet

IN the North League, leaders Violet play host to Blairgowrie.

After last week’s win over Downfield, the Berrypickers will provide a stiff test for Ralph Henderson’s side.

But the Pansies are scoring freely and, with home advantage, they will fancy their chances.They will be without Mitchell Hay, who is unavailable, while Ross McLeary is injured.

Blair player/boss Mark Brash adds returning striker Gary Axworthy to his squad.

Harp entertain Lochore and manager Michael Gormley. Mark Kelly is suspended and they will also be without top scorer Sam McDonald, James Cochrane and LloydYoung.

However, they include new signing NathanTaylor in their squad while Josh Perera also returns.

Striker Richard Doig is back for Luncarty, who host Brechin Vics. Stuart Nicol may also return but late decisions will be made on the fitness of Gordon Chalmers and player/manager Jon Kelly.

Last week’s win at Lochore was Kinnoull’s third straight success and they hope to maintain that momentum when entertaining Newburgh. Boss Alan Cameron has the same squad available.

Beaten by leaders Violet last week, it’s another tough assignment for Alan Fortune’s ’Burgh side.

Scone Thistle are without Craig Mitchell and Charlie Fertacz for the visit of Arbroath Vics.

Coupar Angus head to bottom-of-the-table Forfar Albion and welcome back strikers Alex Gibb and Stuart Banks.