* Fans who have a Greenock Morton fan card can get a £2 discount on the above adult and concession ticket prices (excludes the away sections). We only ask for a small £3 donation. There appeared to be plenty of parking on a bank behind the Wee Dublin End. club took its name from Morton Terrace, where most of the founders lived

could turn out at Cappielow Park to welcome their heroes home. I then had to wait outside for 25 minutes, which was so boring. 3-9 on aggregate in the first round.

I had toyed with the idea of getting something to eat at the ground before the game but spotted a chippy in Greenock West by the station. played in the top flight, even qualifying for the Inter-Cities Fairs Nesbitt with a shot from close range is saved by Ferrie. [1-0], 62' l A cross from MacIver is controlled at the far left edge of the box by Muirhead before firing a shot over the bar. He has utilised some of those skills at the football club by overhauling, updating and modernising many of our back office systems. With a big weekend of football ahead across the country, some of the First-Team lads sent out THEIR message loud and clear... | On this day 4 years ago, a spirited Morton side were defeated by Aberdeen in the Betfred Cup semi-final at Hampden Park. Not far from Greenock Central Railway Station on Cathcart Street is a Wetherspoons pub, called the James Watt. being relegated in 1983. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. There is a car park opposite the main entrance, which costs £3, otherwise street parking. I found the shorter route at the end of the game. Should I ever revisit I will, however, ensure my hotel is considerably further from the A8 road where traffic noise never seems to cease. For the next five seasons Our new headshot bundle is the ideal choice to make any occasion that bit more personal: | Greenock Morton Football Club are proudly continuing their support for the education charity, Show Racism the Red Card throughout the upcoming Fortnight of Action: click here to review the YouTube Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. INICIAL; AGENDAMENTO; CONVÊNIOS; BIOGRAFIA; CARDIOLOGIA. (As the crow flies Dumbarton is only six miles over the River Clyde, but 18 miles by road but 38+ by rail doubling back from Glasgow). Plus their booking system is straightforward and easy to use. However, on one fateful Halloween in 2012, Cappielow was broken into and horror of horrors – Cappie was abducted. The large open end to the west of the ground looked strange with the (sort of) seats.

(c) Ayr United FC - Images of Sport (Duncan Carmichael 2002), (d) Aberdeen He’ll protect the identity of the injured. Just 17 when he started helping out with the Ton, he’s done everything from selling bingo tickets, lottery tickets, and flag day sales. So to discover one of my teams needed were playing on a Friday night, was too good an opportunity to miss. Greenock and Glasgow Hotels and Guest Houses, Greenock Hotels - Find and Book Yours And Help Support This Website, Map Showing The Location Of Cappielow Park In Greenock. Division when competition was suspended in 1939). The second half made the game worth seeing and it would be a shame to see the demise of traditional grounds such as this.

Brian Scott informs me; 'Assuming that you are coming from the Glasgow direction – away fans heading for the terrace should leave the platform and go under the railway bridge.

The club postponed the planned launch and promised to talk to fans to find a solution. The attendance was 2,197. A pay at the gate ticket window (£20 including £2 premium towards the youth development programme) had opened along with a bigger surprise ie ultramodern scan technology turnstiles.

From Glasgow head on the M8 and then A8 towards Greenock (along which you get a fine view of Castle Rock in Dumbarton).

population of Greenock took the train to Hampden on both match days. victorious team immediately took the train to Hartlepool to play a pre-arranged Greenock-born Brendan has followed and supported Morton his entire life. The locals were all friendly and accommodating. My hotel was roughly an equidistant 15mins walk from Greenock Central and Cartsdyke railway stations but the latter is just five minutes from the ground. Over the years McTear’s has provided significant support to both the club and to the community trust, and Brian is perhaps best known to many Morton fans for his place taking the gavel at sports dinners and other charity events. The game was settled by a super free kick by Morton's Ross Forbes from outside the box. All other fans, stay on the south side of the railway line and walk up the road, about 50 yards, and turn left into Carwood Street. Lifelong Morton supporter Gary Bradley was initialy invited to contribute to the club as Under-20s photographer during the 2016/17 season. After making his Morton debut aged 19 in 1989, he went on to earn a £350,000 move to Chelsea in September 1992 before returning to Sinclair Street after a decade down south, making a total of 58 appearances. I don’t think this was just because the cunningly named home mascot Cappie (a cat in kit with a huge blue cap) had leapt into the stand to pose for selfies with the kids. Morton's third cup final appearance was in 1963 Morton in the Community are opening the stadium to provide a place for men 16+ to feel included and have the opportunity to talk. ✅Kalvin Leadin' This was used until 1978 but did not appear every season. For larger games then the Wee Dublin End can also be allocated for away fans to use. Recently our paths have crossed at St Mirren (modern ground passed on the train from Glasgow) and at their own idiosyncratic one-sided stadium, so a visit to a ‘traditional’ ground offered a welcome and long overdue contrast.

265,000 spectators watched the two games and it is said that the entire Prior to that he was, for many years, a partner in a large multi-national firm of accountants where he variously held the positions of Scottish managing partner, north managing partner, and deputy national managing partner. His comeback was made in dramatic fashion, entering on a stretcher at the Partick Thistle game to a rapturous round of applause. Having previously announced a new 3 year sponsorship deal with Specsavers of Greenock we recently showcased the Morton Girls’ new, bespoke strip outside the local store. You meet a lot of good people. Morton 1 - 0 Alloa Salkeld (10) Morton started their 2020/21 Scottish Championship campaign with a 1-0 victory over Alloa… League Table. He was a supporters’ manager. After serving as stadium director for 17 years, Crawford Rae was confirmed as the new club chairman on Saturday 28 April 2018 after his father, Douglas Rae OBE, stood down from the position due to ill health. [1-0], 46' l The second half is underway here at the Kilmac Stadium. 1927 Morton were relegated to Scottish Division Two, returning to the To gain entry you have to buy a ticket from the ticket office at the ground. They offer all types of accommodation to suit all tastes and pockets from; Budget Hotels, Traditional Bed & Breakfast establishments to Five Star Hotels and Serviced Apartments.

As well as covering the fortunes of the development squad, Gary also covers most first-team fixtures here at Cappielow, providing an alternative angle to complement the work of senior snapper David Bell. | Looking for the perfect gift for the Ton fan in your life? The £3 programme was however typical of its type. Craig took up the mantle from Dr Ross Brown and Dr John Campbell, both of Greenock.

Please read our Terms and Conditions before submission. If you require hotel accommodation in the area then first try a hotel booking service provided by Late Rooms. The walk from the station seemed pretty basic, but I made the wrong decision on which way to go, not knowing that the ticket office was in the southeast corner of the ground. Over the years he’s found himself treating more than just the on-field injuries – the Doc finds that it’s a holistic approach to their overall well-being. I was quickly away from the ground, the road outside having been closed for safe pedestrian movement and both buses and trains were still running.

In 1930 a stone throwing times), third place (twice) and as runners up (in 1917). Other than the unfortunate Gavin Gunning being injured seriously enough to leave the pitch on a stretcher, the game was not a memorable one. McTear’s remain the only company to have won the award. It was a very easy walk back to the railway station for my short journey back to Greenock West. Worse for the wear, Cappie took time to make a full recovery but our feisty feline was only absent from Cappielow for one home game. Nick was born and brought up in Greenock and comes from a long line of Morton supporters. During this period the club abandoned tradition with some extravagant strips including a magnificent tartan shirt, which was revived for the replica sales market in 2006. They were placed in the new Division

Alistair Wyllie’s love for Morton is so great that he’s prepared to miss the first half of every single home fixture here at Cappielow. relegation came in quick succession although between 1967 and 1975 they Thanks to the Changing Lives in Sport in Physical Activity Fund, we have teamed up with 8 care settings across Inverclyde to improve physical activity, enjoyment and social interaction for the residents. Dr Craig Speirs joined the Club in 1978 and he tells us it’s all the fault of the late Tom Robertson who was his next door neighbour! Widely travelled both with the club and the Scottish team in Europe, he’s covered over 75 International duty matches including two for the senior Scottish side.

When former chairman Douglas Rae accepted the keys to the club, he didn’t know that he was embarking on a journey as a cat rescuer. Consulta Cardiologista; Arritmia Cardíaca They are diehards but they are genuine folk.”, “It’s for the love of the club, but don’t get me wrong – I also love the closed season.

There was a good contingent of away fans who made lots of noise until things started going against them. The ground is visible on the right when arriving from the Glasgow direction. He is a product of Highlanders Academy, Greenock High School, and Glasgow University and recently retired after a career as chartered accountant during which he ran his own niche insolvency practice.

A visit to Cappielow is normally a relaxed day out and the Morton fans do their best to get behind their team. Former Morton favourite David Hopkin was appointed as our new first-team manager on a three-year contract on 15 May 2019.

No registration required. They were relegated again in 2014 but bounced straight back, winning the Scottish League One title at the first time of asking. The company was established in 1842 and Brian took ownership in 2005. The completely bald/shaven referee kept up well with play but was of course not immune to criticism.

was blown in the away section at that stage and again after an own-goal in the 87th minute that made it 2-2 in the meantime having let in two decent goals. Greenock Morton Football Club are proudly continuing their support for the education charity, Show Racism the Red Card throughout the… 4 days ago.

He’s made a lot of friends through the game and also found himself as the Doctor for the Scotland U21 team from 1981 to 1999 (as if his practice wasn’t enough to keep him busy!). We spent most of the match chatting and sharing groundhopping experiences.

The sessions are held at Cappielow Park every Wednesday between 1:30pm – 3pm, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere, allowing the participants time to discuss teams, players, and games from the past. First Division.