Boss Logan keeps hold of his stars

Coupar Angus players continue to put pen to paper at Foxhall Park.

Allan Leith, Martyn McCabe, Joe Sturrock, Ross Nicholson and Alex Gibb recently signed new deals with the club.

Striker Gibb scored 15 goals in as many games last season and has now set himself the target of improving on that figure.

The 18-year-old said:“I want to get a higher tally this year. Logan gave me a platform to play and I always said I’d repay it in goals.

“As a team, I want us to do the best we can. I’ve seen the gaffer’s plans and I’m excited for the season ahead.”

Boss Logan McConachie was delighted to extend Gibb’s stay in east Perthshire, adding: “He’s got an old head on his young shoulders and his performances last season were sublime.

“Adding to that he’s got a character that’s infectious - a desire to win and being able to have a carry on are two traits that don’t always go hand in hand.”

Central defender Leith will again be handed the captain’s armband for the forthcoming season.

“My first season in Junior football was a great experience for me personally,”Leith said.

“We have a young squad but we eventually adapted to this level and had some great performances throughout the team.

“It’s a great honour to be chosen as captain and with the manager making other key signings we should look to be moving on up the league.”