Scottish U18s place for Bell Baxter’s Owen

Bell Baxter pupil Owen Andrew has been selected to represent the Scottish Schools under-18 squad in the forthcoming football season.

Owen, who plays his club football with Kelty Hearts, captains the Bell Baxter under-18 team.

His performances for club, school and for Fife Schools select earned him an invitation to the final selection process at Toryglen where he impressed the selectors enough to secure a place in the 18-man squad.

Owen said: “I am absolutely delighted to have been selected for the final squad.

“The standard was so high, and it’s a real honour for me.

“I am really looking forward to meeting up with the squad next week, getting to know everyone and to begin the preparation for the games ahead.

“I have been working very hard on my game for the past couple of years and this is just a fantastic reward. I can’t wait to get started.”

Rector Carol Ann Penrose said: “This is a fantastic achievement for Owen and one that we are all very proud of here at Bell Baxter.

“This has not come without hard work, and this recognition for Owen’s commitment and dedication to club and school football is well deserved.

“Owen is an excellent role model for the young people of Bell Baxter and, hopefully, he will encourage others to push themselves to perform at this level.

“This could be a fantastic season for Owen to sign off his six years at Bell Baxter.”