shull Posted July 23, 2018 Report Share Posted July 23, 2018 https://spfl.co.uk/news/article/spfl-reserve-league-201819/ The SPFL is pleased to confirm that it will operate Reserves Leagues for season 2018/19, comprising 27 clubs across two divisions. The Reserve Leagues, which replace the Development Leagues, have been introduced following discussions at the Competitions Working Group over the last 18 months. The Competitions Working Group, which is attended by Malky Mackay (Scottish FA Performance Director), representatives from all four SPFL Divisions and was previously chaired by Ian Maxwell, was of the view that it would benefit the development of young players if they were playing alongside more experienced players on a more regular basis. As such, there are no age restrictions with regard to participation in the Reserve Leagues (other than a minimum age of 16). These changes complement recent amendments to loan regulations which provide, generally, that any player loaned out by an SPFL club is eligible to return and play in non-first team football for the lending club. The first division of the Reserve League comprises 18 clubs, who will play each other once for a total of 17 matches across the season. Fixtures will usually be scheduled for Monday afternoons. Reserve League 2 is made up of nine clubs, who will play each other once at home and once away for a total of 16 matches across the season. Fixtures will take place in midweek evenings. Divisional Reserve League Cups will be played to provide additional games during the season, with the format mirroring the Betfred Cup in that any drawn group games will proceed to penalties with an additional bonus point available. Further details on the cup competitions will be confirmed in due course. It is anticipated that Reserve League fixtures will be published later this week. The first division of the Reserve League is scheduled to start on Monday August 20, with Reserve League 2 kicking off the following midweek. Read more at https://spfl.co.uk/news/article/spfl-reserve-league-201819/#eTEZZAOPRwsyhotC.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shull Posted July 23, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2018 Participating clubs Reserve League Aberdeen Celtic Dundee Dundee United Dunfermline Athletic Falkirk Hamilton Academical Heart of Midlothian Hibernian Kilmarnock Morton Motherwell Partick Thistle Queen of the South Rangers Ross County St Johnstone St Mirren Reserve League 2 Airdrieonians Albion Rovers Ayr United Berwick Rangers East Kilbride Livingston Queen’s Park Raith Rovers Stirling Albion Read more at https://spfl.co.uk/news/article/spfl-reserve-league-201819/#eTEZZAOPRwsyhotC.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllyM Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 So lads, we've got 27 teams interested in this concept. What do you reckon - 3 leagues of 9 (2 up , 2 down), 1 league of 13 and another of 14 (3 up, 3 down)? Nah, let's do one league of 18 and the other of 9 and not worry about promotion and relegation for a bit. Besides the "keeping up fitness levels" angle, that should introduce some healthy competitiveness and keep it interesting for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougJamie Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 So in other words- The Development League didn't work- Another SFA Success Story Lucky if we get to the 2062 Euros at this rate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottd Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 2 hours ago, DougJamie said: So in other words- The Development League didn't work- Another SFA Success Story Lucky if we get to the 2062 Euros at this rate We’ll be hugely lucky to make the 2062 Euros, as will all other countries as it isn’t being played in that year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougJamie Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 5 minutes ago, scottd said: We’ll be hugely lucky to make the 2062 Euros, as will all other countries as it isn’t being played in that year. Think you get my point- Smartarse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oaksoft Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 Having a reserve league is the correct decision. Stop bloody whining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guinness Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 I take our signings ate designed for this team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munoz Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 https://spfl.co.uk/league/rl1/table Top of the league and you're no ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud the Baker Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 6 minutes ago, munoz said: https://spfl.co.uk/league/rl1/table Top of the league and you're no ! and still in the Cup - are our reserves the best team in Renfrewshire? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornwall_Saint Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 Two goals each from Jeff King and Scott Glover, and Cody Cooke with the other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 24 minutes ago, Cornwall_Saint said: Two goals each from Jeff King and Scott Glover, and Cody Cooke with the other. Two assists from King. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornwall_Saint Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 45 minutes ago, Drew said: Two assists from King. 2 Goals, 2 Assists. Do we dare start him against Livi? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 5 minutes ago, Cornwall_Saint said: 2 Goals, 2 Assists. Do we dare start him against Livi? Well, it looks as though there's a player there, albeit United were apparently garbage. 2 goals and 2 assists is a very decent return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornwall_Saint Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 1 minute ago, Drew said: Well, it looks as though there's a player there, albeit United were apparently garbage. 2 goals and 2 assists is a very decent return. Can only beat what's in front of you I guess. Certainly an improvement on the performances v Spartans. Done his chances no harm with today's efforts. Hopefully this gives him the confidence needed to get going with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 9 minutes ago, Cornwall_Saint said: Can only beat what's in front of you I guess. Certainly an improvement on the performances v Spartans. Done his chances no harm with today's efforts. Hopefully this gives him the confidence needed to get going with us. Couldn't agree more. This is where we really see the benefit of the reserve league (and, to a degree, the diddy colt nonsense). I really hope he can kick on and will feature in the 1st team soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornwall_Saint Posted August 20, 2018 Report Share Posted August 20, 2018 1 minute ago, Drew said: Couldn't agree more. This is where we really see the benefit of the reserve league (and, to a degree, the diddy colt nonsense). I really hope he can kick on and will feature in the 1st team soon. Never understood why they done away with it. I remember Gus being upset about it, while McGhee(?) at Aberdeen (?) didn't want a reserve team. They should have made it optional back then as it was clear there were differing views. I also think the better youngsters could learn more playing against adults most weeks and it could help to toughen them up quicker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shull Posted August 21, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 2018-2019 RESERVE FIXTURES The fixture list for the reserves is shown below. We will update this list as soon as any kick off dates or times change and as and when new cup fixtures are added to the calendar. Note that development league matches can change at very short notice and venues are not necessarily at the usual home stadium of the nominated host club. 14-Aug-2018 Kilmarnock A 2-1 IRN-BRU Cup Rugby Park 20-Aug-2018 Dundee United H 5-0 Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 27-Aug-2018 Rangers A Reserve League Hummel Training Centre 03-Sep-2018 St Johnstone H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 08-Sep-2018 Hamilton H IRN-BRU Cup Simple Digital Arena 24-Sep-2018 Partick Thistle A Reserve League Lesser Hampden 29-Oct-2018 Hamilton H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 03-Dec-2018 Queen of the South A Reserve League Palmerston Park 17-Dec-2018 Morton H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 28-Jan-2019 Dunfermline Athletic A Reserve League New Central Park 11-Feb-2019 Kilmarnock H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 18-Feb-2019 Falkirk A Reserve League Falkirk Stadium 04-Mar-2019 Hibernian H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 11-Mar-2019 Aberdeen A Reserve League Balmoral Stadium 18-Mar-2019 Celtic H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 25-Mar-2019 Motherwell H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 08-Apr-2019 Dundee A Reserve League Links Park 15-Apr-2019 Ross County H Reserve League Simple Digital Arena 22-Apr-2019 Hearts A Reserve League Oriam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shull Posted August 21, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 https://spfl.co.uk/league/rl1/table Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddies1877 Posted August 21, 2018 Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 Anyone know if they are covering the reserve games for buddievision highlights ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Posted August 21, 2018 Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 Anyone know if they are covering the reserve games for buddievision highlights ? You could go onto the offical site and find out for yourself ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddies1877 Posted August 21, 2018 Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 You could go onto the offical site and find out for yourself ?I did earlier they were not there but the have been posted on it now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Arthur Blair Posted August 21, 2018 Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 5 hours ago, buddies1877 said: Anyone know if they are covering the reserve games for buddievision highlights ? Subscribers only at the moment, will probably be freely available tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddies1877 Posted August 21, 2018 Report Share Posted August 21, 2018 Cody cooks diving header [emoji33] Jeff king did well looked like most went through him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPAFKA Jersey 2 Posted August 22, 2018 Report Share Posted August 22, 2018 Any danger of anyone posting the highlights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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