Maryburgh made to fight for victory
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MARYBURGH had to dig deep in their 2-0 win against Culbokie in the Inverness and District Amateur Premier League.
The defending champions created the better chances early on before Thomas Logie stooped to head home from close range in the 22nd minute following a dangerous Callum Johnston free kick into the box.
Culbokie came out at the start of the second half with all guns blazing but the ‘Burgh defence held firm.
But in a breakaway move just before the hour mark the visitors almost doubled their lead.
Dow looked sure to score but he was denied by a desperate goal-line clearance from Sam MacKenzie.
Logie then rattled one off the crossbar as ‘Burgh looked to finish the game.
But the visitors had to wait until the third minute of stoppage time for Iain Hughes to make sure of victory when he scored after good work from Dow.
Maryburgh manager James Logie said: “It was a hard fought game.
“Culbokie are a really good team with a lot of experienced players.
“So to come here and win makes it a massive three points. Thankfully we kept a clean sheet and ground out the win.”
Culbokie manager, Michael Kerr said: “It was frustrating.
“We didn’t take our chances, but they won the battle at the end of the day.”
Avoch were left holding on against Police in a 3-2 win at Coronation Park.
First half goals from Kyle MacLean, Ian Penwright (penalty) and Kyle MacDonald put Avoch in the driving seat.
But a Nathan Wilson double after the break made it a nervy second half for the home side.
Contin could not find a way back after a second half collapse against NMM Sam’s in their Premier League match at Bught Park.
After a goalless first half they conceded three second half goals without reply as they fell to defeat.
Newly promoted Fortrose and Rosemarkie Union got their season off to a winning start with a 3-2 victory against Innes CI at King George V Park.
North Kessock held on for a 2-1 win against Innes CI in Division One, but lost on penalties against IRN Security in the Division Two Cup.
Black Rock Rovers have made an impressive start.
A 5-0 victory against Uncle Bob’s in their opening Division Two match was backed up by a 3-0 win over Tomatin United in the preliminary round of the Division Two Cup.
