Queen of the South Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicky Clark as First Team Manager.

Nicky brings with him a wealth of experience from a distinguished playing career with Rangers, Bury, Dunfermline Athletic, Dundee United, St Johnstone and Ross County as well as his two spells with Queen of the South. He also brings a strong understanding of the game and a clear commitment to building a competitive, ambitious, and forward-thinking team. Currently holding his UEFA B Licence, Nicky has been actively preparing for a transition into management, demonstrating both dedication and professionalism in developing his coaching credentials.

The club can also confirm that Nicky will continue to contribute on the pitch, with a structure in place that will allow him to balance both his playing and managerial responsibilities effectively. His presence within the squad will provide valuable leadership and experience on matchdays, as well as within the dressing room. Across two spells to date, Nicky has made 95 appearances for Queens and scored 49 goals.

Supporting him in this role will be a well-known and highly respected figure, as Sandy Clark returns to the club for a third spell as Assistant Manager following his two previous stints under Allan Johnston. With extensive experience in the dugout at all levels of the game and a distinguished playing career himself, Sandy offers a strong and reliable presence alongside Nicky. His knowledge, leadership, and guidance will be invaluable in supporting both the management team and the playing squad. In addition, George Paterson will also return to the club as a Coach. We would like to thank Albion Rovers for their co-operation in releasing both Sandy and George from their positions.

Both Nicky and Sandy have previously enjoyed great success with Queen of the South, and their return to Palmerston sees them reunited at Queens for the first time since playing their part in the club’s memorable league and cup double triumph in 2013, adding further significance and excitement to this new chapter.

This partnership sees son and father working side by side, forming a united management team that blends fresh ideas with proven experience. It marks an exciting new era for Queen of the South, and the club looks forward to the vision that Nicky and Sandy will bring as they aim to drive the club forward.

Nicky had this to say, “Obviously I’ve got a great connection with this football club over the years and to come back in the last four month was something I loved every minute of. When I was given the opportunity to become the manager there was no way I wasn’t taking it. It feels amazing. I think it’s a perfect fit. I’ll be bringing my dad, Sandy, and George Paterson as well to help me out. I hope the fans will come and support us, and give us their full backing as they always have as we look to have a successful season.”

Everyone at Queen of the South warmly welcomes Nicky, Sandy and George back to Palmerston and wishes them every success in their new roles.

Season tickets for 26/27 are now on sale and prices have been frozen for the season ahead.

Existing season holders will shortly receive an email with a link to renew their season tickets, anyone else can purchase from our ticket partner, Ticketco at this link

https://qosfc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/202627_season_ticket

Plastic cards will be available to select as an option and will be available to collect at the start of the season.

As always, your support is vital to the club and massively appreciated.

Following the conclusion of our season at the weekend we can confirm that Peter Murphy will be leaving the club.

The 45-year-old replaced Marvin Bartley two-season’s ago with the view to getting us back into the championship and unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case.

Assistant manager, Colin McMenamin and first-team coach, Alan Casey will also be leaving.

Chairman Billy Hewitson said “Football is a results business and financially we need to be in the championship. Having been knocked out of the promotion play-off semi-finals on penalties, we have taken some time to reflect and have reached the decision that we need to take the club in a different direction therefore we will not be renewing the manager’s contract along with his management team. We would like to thank all three for their efforts and wish them all the best for the future.”

The process of recruiting a new manager will now take place and an appointment will be announced in due course.

The under 19s were in CAS league action yesterday away at Bonnyrigg and it was a disappointing afternoon for the youngsters as they were on the wrong end of a five-nil scoreline.

Once again it was a very young team that took to the park and they found themselves two down at the interval.  The hosts went on to score three more after the break without reply.

Coach Eddie Warwick said “Unfortunately we just didn't show up and we were out worked and really struggled with their physicality. We were second best all over the pitch for the majority of the game.”

The side are looking for an improved performance when they play St Johnstone at Palmerston tomorrow night (Tuesday).

Sorry for the delay in bringing the report from Friday’s under 17 match at home to Kelty Hearts.

Queens fell to a home defeat against a physical Kelty side. The first half hour was one to forget as the away side raced into a three-goal lead. As they looked to get back into the game, Queens were awarded a penalty but were surprised when the defender wasn't sent off for denying an obvious goal scoring opportunity. What wasn’t a surprise was William Salfenmoser converted to reduce the deficit at the interval.

Half Time: Queens 1 Kelty Hearts 3

Over the course of the second half Queens tried to gain more control of the match, but it was Kelty who scored again to regain a three goal advantage. However, Queens' quality improved and they scored twice in the last five minutes as Salfenmoser scored again and Jamie Carvel grabbed the other.

Full Time: Queens 3 Kelty Hearts 4

Finally poised at one all after the first leg at home, Queens made the trip to Stenhousemuir aiming to reach the final of the Championship play-off. The manager made one change to the starting eleven from Tuesday evening with Callum Penman coming in for Zander Mackenzie who dropped to the bench. Reece Lyon got the game underway but it was the hosts who got off to the best possible start when a free-kick was played in and Matty Aitken forced the ball past Ross Stewart with just five minutes played. Three minutes later the ball was launched forward and with Darren Jamieson off his line, Brenn ...
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We head to Stenhousemuir tomorrow looking to book our place in the Championship Play-off Final.

Things are finely poised as the two sides are locked at one all going into the second leg after Tuesday night’s meeting at Palmerston. Although it was a game we dominated, Gregor Buchanan opened the scoring just before the break but Reece Lyon’s 91st minute strike levelled the game to stop tomorrow’s hosts holding an advantage.

The winners will take on either Alloa or Airdrie in the final next week. With the Wasps one up after their first leg.

Ahead of the game at Ochilview, Manager Peter Murphy said “We are all excited and looking forward to the second leg, we’re all square and it’s all to play for. The games have been tight between us all season and I expect much of the same, but it’s now a one-off winner takes all and it will be two teams that will go at it. Gary's got them really well organised and they work so hard for each other. But with the quality we showed at home, we go there very confident. It's going to be another tough game it's going to be an exciting end and hopefully we get through to a final.”

For supporters heading to Ochilview tomorrow, tickets can be purchased online via the fanbase app.

https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Fixtures?fanStoreType=Fixtures&clubId=84

Prices range from £6 - £20

The game that kicks off at 3pm takes place at Ochilview, Gladstone Road, Stenhousemuir, FK5 4QL.

If you're looking for a break from election coverage or want to take your mind off tomorrow's play-off second leg at Stenhousemuir, then our under 17s are in action at Palmerston tonight. They take on Kelty Hearts in their latest CAS League match with a 1945 kick off.