Darren Henderson's delight as Hurlford United begin new year on the rise
dailyrecord.co.ukDarren Henderson reckons Hurlford United are on the rise after ending the year in the top half of the table. The Blair Park outfit climbed to eighth place in the West of Scotland League Premier Division after a 2-0 win at Troon on Friday night.
Jack Whittaker gave ‘Ford the lead before a Lewis Morrison penalty clinched a sixth league victory of the season at freezing Portland Park.
Henderson was thrilled with his side’s seaside bounty which ensures upwardly mobile ‘Ford enter 2024 in good form. The gaffer said: “I’m absolutely delighted as this is a hard place to come and we were short of numbers.
It was all hands to the pump. “I thought Troon pushed us all the way, they’ve had a few chances as well, but this is a massive three points for us as we’ve been missing league games playing in the cups. “The first goal was a great one from Jack and you always fancy Jinky when it comes to the penalties. “I’ve got a good squad when they’re all fit.
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