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Old Aberdonians win the White Cup

Old Aberdonians won the White Cup on Wednesday evening with a 2-1 win over Theologians. Goals from Cameron and Wilson gave the Old Aberdonians a useful two goal lead in what was a tight encounter. Christie pulled one back for Theologians ten minutes from time but they couldn’t go on and find the equaliser which would have forced the game into extra time.

Results for 22nd April

Old Aberdonians lifted the White Cup following a 2-1 win over Theologians in the final at Keith Park. Bon-Accord City, Cove Thistle, Cowie Thistle, Kincorth and Banchory all picked up three points in the evening’s Premier Division games and Glendale XI defeated Blackburn to go joint top of Division One (East).

Fixtures for 27th to 30th April

There are a host of league games next Monday and Wednesday evening, all kick-off at 6.45pm. On Wednesday the rescheduled Castle Rovers Cup Final will be played between Rattrays XI and University Colts. On Tuesday Bon Accord City host University in the Premier league and the Uni will also travel to Tarves for their Aberdeen FC Trophy Quarter Final tie on Thursday.

Results for 20th April

In the Premier Division Echt drew 1-1 with Westdyke, Stoneywood SSC beat Kincorth and Beacon Rangers moved off the bottom of the table with a 2-0 win against University. Ellon Thistle defeated Insch to move three points clear at the top of Division Two (East) and Glendale kept up their title challenge with a 2-0 victory against Halliburton.

Fixtures for 25th and 26th April

In the Association Trophy third round Potterton will no doubt expect a tough game from Echt while AC Mill Inn will also be tough opponents for Torry United. Beacon, West End and Nicolls will all be looking for vital points in their attempts to avoid the drop from the top league. On Sunday Dyce play University at Heathryfold in the first North of Scotland Cup semi-final.

Fixtures for 20th and 22nd April

The White Cup Final is on Wednesday 22nd April when Old Aberdonians will take on Theologians at Keith Park. There are a host of league games across the divisions on both Monday and Wednesday evenings next week. League kick-offs will be 6.45pm on both Monday and Wednesday.

Kincorth 1 – 3 Echt (AET)

This North of Scotland Amateur Cup quarter-final was not the most exciting of games, a game that was continually stopped by petty, unnecessary fouls. In the end it was the visitors who progressed, winning 3-1 after extra time. Echt’s goals came from Ramsay, Daun and Troup while Mair scored for Kincorth. Echt go on to meet Hazlehead United in the semi-final at Heathryfold on Sunday 3rd May.

General Committee Meeting – 30th April

The next General Committee Meeting will take place at the International Lounge at Pittodrie Stadium on Thursday 30th April, starting at 7.30 pm. All clubs are asked to attend. The Association Secretary will provide details at the meeting of the new Player Registration Forms which will be used from season 2009/10.

Results for 18th April

Cowie Thistle defeated Dyce to reach the final of the Aberdeen FC Trophy after a penalty shoot-out. Hilton beat Mintlaw 3-1 in the Dickie Trophy and will now meet Glendale in the final. Burghmuir had a 3-2 win against Nicolls Amateurs in the Premier Trophy. In the Premier Division league leaders Cove Thistle suffered a setback when they lost 3-1 to Bon Accord City.

Sportsmans win Stephen Shield

AC Mill Inn and Sportsmans are fighting for top spot in Division One (North) and for tonight’s final were able to field strong teams. The first half belonged to AC Mill Inn who made several chances with good flowing football but Sportsmans’ defence stood firm. Second half goals from Ord, Norris and McKenzie saw Sportsmans through to win this season’s Stephen Shield.