SQUAD DETAILS 2006/2007
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[2006/07 Squad]
Back row left to right: James Baty(out on loan), Sean O'Connor, Scott Robertson, Barry John Corr, Colin Scott, Murray Henderson, Jim Lauchlan, Stuart McColm
Middle row left to right: John Kerr - Physiotherapist, Antony Stuart - Sports Therapist(no longer at the club), Mark Whorlow, Derek Lyle (no longer at the club), Stephen Swift(no longer at the club), John O'Neill, Gareth Campbell(no longer at the club), John Henry(no longer at the club), Lewis Sloan(out on loan), Paul Burns, Stevie Morrison - First Team Coach
Front row left to right: Michael Mullen(out on loan), Eric Paton, Andy Thomson(no longer at the club), Ian McCall - Manager, Jim Thomson - Club Captain, David Rae - Chairman, Neil Scally, Scott MacKenzie(no longer at the club), Willie Gibson(no longer at the club), Graham Weir
Missing from original photograph - Andy Aitken
JAMIE ADAMS (Loan)
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26/08/87
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Defender
Kilmarnock

Young midfielder brought in on loan from Kilmarnock during the January transfer window, has already scored two goals and produced performances that mark him out as a bit special.
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ANDY AITKEN
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02/02/78
Dumfries
Defender
Annan Athletic, Queen of the South, Gretna

A true Queens man. Returned to the fold following two seasons of missionary work at Gretna, immediately brought some pace to the defence and helped make a back three work for the side for the first time in a number of years of trying. In combination with Stuart Lovell and Jim Thomson the Annan lad managed to secure one of the tightest defences in the league over the last three months of last season.

Sustained a knee ligament injury in the friendly match against Coleraine in pre-season but is just about ready to return to the side.
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ANDREW BARROWMAN
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27/11/84
Wishaw
Forward
Birmingham City, Crewe(L), Blackpool(L), Mansfield Town(L), Walsall, Kilmarnock, Queen of the South(L), Kilmarnock

Signed up on loan from Kilmarnock to cover a striker shortage at Palmerston in mid-September.

Returned to Killie in December only to be released in January and signed up by Queens until the end of the season. A big bustling striker with a superb work rate.
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18/05/84
Irvine
Midfielder
QOS Youth

A contender for the 'Player of the Season' award last term with his fearless work down the right hand side of midfield, also contributes more than his fair share of goals making himself second top scorer last term, or joint top scorer if you only count goals from open play. Don't be put off by his slight frame as it houses the heart of a lion. Has been out injured for the past few weeks.
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BARRY JOHN CORR -
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13/01/81
Glasgow
Goalkeeper
Celtic, Queen's Park - L, Motherwell, Stranraer

His spell at Queens has been a bit of a disaster really. Whilst on joining us he was a highly rated 'keeper he has had some good and some bad moments and has swapped the jersey with Colin Scott a couple of times as Ian McCall decided upon his number 1 choice. It is now clear that Scooter is the No1 choice and that BJ is unlikely to feature for the first team in any other position than the bench.

Despite being told he cold leave during the January transfer window he produced an heroic display in the cup replay penalty shoot out with Dundee and remains a Queens player until the end of the season at least.
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05/12/82
Glasgow
Forward
Rangers, Hibernian, St Johnstone (L), St Johnstone, Dumbarton (L)

Snapped up from St Johnstone following an impressive loan spell at Dumbarton that saw him score regularly for the Sons. Has been a revelation at Palmerston with his free scoring peformances and intelligent link-up play.
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MURRAY HENDERSON
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15/06/80
Carluke
Defender
Balmore, Stranraer

Impressed Ian McCall when playing and scoring for Stranraer versus Dundee United and again last season in the encounters with his former side Stranraer, which he captained. Offered and signed a two year deal at Queens. An imposing right sided defender.

A victim of a Doug Imrie challenge in the match versus Clyde that saw the big man out for a number of weeks and he is just making his comeback now.
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JIM LAUCHLAN
[Jim Lauchlan]
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02/02/77
Glasgow
Defender
Kilmarnock, Barnsley - L, Dundee United, Livingston, Ross County

Played for Ian McCall previously at Dundee United, an experienced and reliable defender. Often on the end of a card or two from the match officials.

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JAMIE MacDONALD (Loan) -
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17/04/86
Broxburn
Goalkeeper
Hearts (L)

Scotland U21 'keeper loaned from Hearts for the second half of the 2006/07 season. Has been rock solid since his arrival.
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STUART McCOLM -
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Forward
QoS Youth

A dedicated lad who came through the youth ranks clocking up thousands of miles to get back and forward from his home in the Mull of Galloway. An exciting prospect who has always looked the part when making an appearance in friendlies.
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03/10/74
Glasgow
Defender
Giffnock North BC, Celtic, Dundee Utd, Hibs, Falkirk, Aberdeen, St. Johnstone, Gretna (L), Gretna

Left sided defensive player signed during the January 2007 transfer window.
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STEVIE MURRAY (Loan)
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18/04/83
Bellshill
Winger
Celtic, Kilmarnock Youth

Exciting winger brought in on loan from Kilmarnock during the January transfer window.
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07/07/81
Wolverhampton
Forward/Winger
Hednesford Town, Dundee United - Rochdale (loan), Portadown (loan), Morton (loan), Queen of the South, Morecambe

In all honesty Sean is at Palmerston because of his injury history, if it wasn't for this the big man would be a star at a much higher level. He is superb in the air and has brilliant ball control on the deck. His strength, speed and ability bring something to Queens that no other first division striker possesses.

Back with a bang and demonstrating some of his best ever form for Queens at the moment.

Has just signed a two year extension to his contract.
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JOHN O'NEILL -
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03/01/74
Bellshill
Forward/Midfielder
Queen's Park, Celtic, Bournemouth, Queen of the South, St Mirren

John is a bit of a legend at Queens, his goals helped us to the second division championship a few seasons back and his return as a striker saw him top the scoring charts last term. He has a cool head and if your life depended upon it you would want a man who has only ever had two penalties saved to be in your five for a penalty shoot out. The top scorer this season so far.
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Colin and James Rutherford, Dullatur
ERIC PATON [Special Feature]
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01/08/78
Glasgow
Midfielder
Hibernian, Stenhousemuir(L), Partick Thistle, Clydebank

Eric is a superb right back - a position that John Connolly favoured the former right sided midfielder in. Has been in great form whether on the right of a midfield five, just inside the wide left man, right back or left back - a bit versatile really!
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Hetland Hall Hotel
SCOTT ROBERTSON -
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26/11/87
Irvine
Midfielder
Queen of the South Youth

Youngster Scott made his first team breakthrough last term with some assured central midfield performances. This season he has featured on the right hand side of midfield when selected.
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NEIL SCALLY -
[Neil Scally]
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14/08/78
Paisley
Midfielder
Ayr United, Dumbarton, Falkirk

Came to Queens with a reputation as a 'midfield enforcer' but has provided much more than that as he produces consistent high quality and energy performances that have seen him become a firm favourite with the fans.
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Club Shop trio with Roy Hadden of Leicester
Finlay Paterson, Dumfries
COLIN SCOTT [Special Feature]
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19/05/70
Glasgow
Goalkeeper
Dalry Thistle, Rangers, Brentford, Airdrie, Hamilton, Raith Rovers, Clydebank

Experienced goalkeeper formerly with Rangers as understudy to Andy Goram. Has been at Palmerston for six years now and when fit has proven an excellent 'keeper. Spends too much time on the sidelines with injury but when fit is an excellent shot stopper.

Advised to hang up his boots after a long standing knee complaint and unsuccesful surgery in March 2007.
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JIM THOMSON [Special Feature]
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15/05/71
Stirling
Central Defender
Clyde, Stenhousemuir, Queen of the South, Arbroath

Ask any Queens fan who provides the passion in the side and undoubtedly the answer will be Jim Thomson, the man who has been player of the season three times over a ten year period has all the experience and skill you could wish for at this level.

Missed a couple of starts in late August/early September to have a quick 'clean up' operation on his knee but has come back and once again shown the commitment that characterises his play. Two goals so far this term, one a spectacular overhead kick, have added another dimension to the big man's play.
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Sanquhar Supporters Club
John, Demi and Stephanie Moore
STEVE TOSH
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27/04/73
Kirkaldy
Midfielder
Arbroath, St. Johnstone, Raith Rovers, Livingston, Falkirk, Aberdeen, Gretna

Signed after surprisingly being told by Gretna that he was free to leave the Raydale Park side in the January transfer window. A top class midfielder who will hopefully add even more impetus to the drive off the bottom spot.

Was on the wrong end of a challenge at Airdrie United in only his third game for the side and is presently sidelined through the knee injury that he sustained.
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GRAHAM WEIR
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10/07/84
Harthill
Forward
Hearts

Signed on loan from Hearts during the January 2006 transfer window and was a superb contibutor to the 'Great Escape'. Signed up to Queens as soon as his Hearts contract expired on June 1st. An ever industrious player who causes defenders no end of problems.

Suffered a fractured cheekbone in the match against Gretna in August which saw him miss for a number of weeks. Made a comeback with a protective mask and is every bit as fearless as before.
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Tom Edgar, Moniaive
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MARK WHORLOW
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03/07/86
Dumfries
Midfield
QoS Youth

Mark has been all the way through the Queens youth system. Made his first team debut coming on as a substitute in the first win of the season versus Livingston. A tenacious midfielder.
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PLAYERS OUT ON LOAN 2006/07 SEASON
LEWIS SLOAN -
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22/06/87
Dumfries
Midfielder
Gretna

Joined up at Palmerston from local rivals Gretna, Dumfries born Lewis has a great turn of pace, especially effective down the left hand side of the park.

On loan down at Annan Athletic at present.
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MICHAEL MULLEN -
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Forward
Newmilns Vesuvius

Michael is destined for great things, a player with strength, power in the air and a clinical finish all he needs now is some expert coaching and the rough edges polished off before he becomes the finished article.

Has gone out on loan to Stranraer for the rest of the season as the youngster looks to gain first team experience.
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JAMES BATY
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28/08/87
Dumfries
Midfielder
Queen of the South Youth

Yet to make a first team start, youngster James also doubles up as a groundsman's assistant during the week. Out on loan at Threave Rovers at the moment.
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Paul Jones Bakery, Kirkcudbright
PLAYERS FREE TO LEAVE 2006/07 SEASON
GARETH CAMPBELL -
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05/10/87
Irvine
Defender
Queen of the South Youth, Cumnock - L

Youngster yet to make a first team outing. Presently on loan at Cumnock and has been told that he can leave the club in the January transfer window.
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WARREN MOON -
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Gravesend
Midfielder
Queensland Roar

Signed the day before the transfer window closed in August, a lad who has played all of his football in Australia and is a left sided midfielder or forward. Scores spectacular goals in reserve matches and has made an impact recently as the creative midfielder with his penetrating crosses causing all sorts of trouble in the oppositions defence.

An injury ruled him out for the season in March and as a result Warren parted company with the club.
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06/08/84
Dumfries
Midfielder
QOS Youth, QOS, Kilmarnock

Willie is a player who divides opinion on the terraces, some love his skilful wing play and on his game he can beat the best of defenders, however others remain to be convinced until the final product is produced regularly enough. It cannot be denied however that he has the ability to turn a match on his own. Joined Kilmarnock during the January transfer window but has been loaned back to Queens for a month.
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21/07/80
Glasgow
Defender
Benburb, Cowdenbeath, Livingston, Stranraer

Impressed Ian McCall when playing for Stranraer against Queens last season. Turned down offers to go full-time to come to Queens.

Has recently made his debut for Queens from the bench and has looked extremely skilful as well as very pacey down the right hand side.
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DERMOTT McCAFFREY (Loan) -
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29/03/86
Omagh
Defender
Fivemiletown United, Dungannon Swifts, Hibernian

A left sided defensive player signed up on loan from Hibernian until January 2007. Plays regularly for the Northern Irish Under 21's. Looks more at home in a back four than a three. Returned to Hibs in January.
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BARRY CALLAGHAN (Loan) -
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30/11/86
Glasgow
Defender
Dundee United

Youngster signed up on loan from Dundee United two games into the new season. Lights up the game when introduced, usually in the later stages and down either the left or right. Returned to United in January.
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ANDY THOMSON
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01/04/71
Motherwell
Forward
Jerviston BC, Queen of the South, Southend United, Oxford United, Gillingham, Queens Park Rangers, Partick Thistle, Falkirk

The Queen's Club Shop produced a special edition mug last summer and on it were four true Queens greats, Allan Ball, Roy Henderson, Jim Patterson and Andy Thomson and no one who witnessed the first spell of Andy at Palmerston could ever argue with that. We are now honoured with the return of the man whose transfer to Southend to future England manager Peter Taylor for £250,000 helped in no small way to construct the East Stand at Palmerston.

His return in January combined with some crucial goals during the 'great escape' only served to underline the value that the man has to the Queens support.

Scored both goals at home versus Livingston to remind those who doubted him that he is the No.1 Queens goalscorer of the past half century.
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07/07/70
Glasgow
Midfielder
Falkirk, St Mirren, Falkirk, Hamilton Accies

Formerly played for Ian McCall so a known quantity for the gaffer. Joined pre-season 2006/07.

Will leave the club during the January transfer window.
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CRAIG HINCHCLIFFE (Loan)
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05/05/72
Glasgow
Goalkeeper
Arbroath, St Mirren

A 'keeper who is very familiar to Queens fans, having faced us for both Arbroath and latterly St Mirren. A top-notch shot stopper he has been brought in on loan from the Buddies for the month of December.

Returned to the Saints on the last day of December.
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ANDREW BARROWMAN (Loan)
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27/11/84
Wishaw
Forward
Birmingham City, Crewe(L), Blackpool(L), Mansfield Town(L), Walsall, Kilmarnock

Signed up on loan from Kilmarnock to cover a striker shortage at Palmerston in mid-September and has just extended his stay by another month.

Returned to Killie in December.
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13/02/81
Glasgow
Forward
Partick Thistle, East Stirling (L), Queen of the South (L), Partick Thistle, Stirling Albion (L), Dunfermline

Derek has proved himself as a clinical finisher when out on loan at Stirling Albion in the Third Division, however at First Division level he has yet to produce the same level of strike rate. Maybe with the expert eyes of Ian McCall 2006/07 will see the goals flow for the man with the tan.

Left the club on the 17 August 2006 after being told that he was free to find another club by manager Ian McCall
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31/12/71
Vale of Leven
Midfielder
Clydebank, Kilmarnock, Falkirk, Airdrieonians, Falkirk, St Johnstone

Has played for Ian McCall previously at both Airdrieonians and Falkirk, spent last season at St Johnstone. A midfielder with guile who reads the game well.

Left the club on the 16th November 2006 after making a mere three starts for the side.

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