Craig Gupwell: Last News

Carluke Rovers co-boss Paul Davies admits his first game in the hotseat proved to be one of his strangest in management – after the opposition goalkeeper scored to deny him a debut win.

Newmains United co-bosses Paul Davies and Craig Gupwell stepped down on Saturday following a 2-1 West of Scotland League defeat at home to Kello Rovers - but will help find their own replacement.

Newmains United co-boss Craig Gupwell hailed the debuts of Albion Rovers loanees Reiss Kasule and Steven Meek in their defeat to Cambuslang Rangers.

BY DYLAN INGLIS Craig Gupwell reckons it was a case for the defence as Newmains progressed in the Scottish Junior Cup.Despite being a man down for the final 15 minutes, United held on to KO Conference B rivals Dalry Thistle. Young striker Jamie Henderson netted a brilliant double.But after Dalry pulled a goal back Andy Frodsham was shown a straight red with 15 minutes to go.

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Dylan InglisGreig Mitchell reckons Newmains’ work off the pitch is helping them get better players on it.United’s new assistant boss linked up with Paul Davies and Craig Gupwell earlier in the season.Lockdown has meant they’ve not played since December 12.Mitchell saw plenty of signs of progress amongst the squad – but has also been encouraged by the team working behind the scenes.The club has worked hard to get the infrastructure right at Victoria Park with the clubhouse revamped.They have a media academy giving budding journalists, graphic designers, videographers and photographers the chance to showcase their work.Plus a Newmains United Season Ticket Takeaway has been introduced, which gives discounts on food, drinks, kitchens and

Action has been suspended until at least March 1st after an announcement earlier this week by the SFA in accordance with the Scottish Government.Scotland’s mental health awareness organisation Breathing Space has been a big supporter of the club over the last four seasons, and Gupwell reckons the work his squad has done with them proves just how vital the game is to footballers’ lives.He said: “The further delay was fully expected but I still can’t hide my disappointment with it.“I fully appreciate and understand the reasons but at some point the long-term health and mental well-being impact on the population has to be considered.“You hear comments like ‘football is only a game’ but all you have to do is read the comments our players have

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Newmains have brought in six new stars as they gear up for the new West of Scotland League era. Midfield trio Bryden Nolan, Andrew Frodsham and Sean Power have arrived along with forward Greg McPake and left-back Kieran Brass.Central defender Scott Cumming has also returned for a second spell at United.Co-manager Craig Gupwell was keen to add more faces as part of the Victoria Park recruitment-drive.He said: “We’re absolutely delighted to get the six signings across the line.

Cammy Farquhar is an electrician to trade – but the keeper admits he only found his spark again after joining Newmains United,