Opener for ‘Frew ends in defeat

Ten-man Renfrew’s New Western Park return ended in defeat on Wednesday night.

- COLIN PATERSON

The West of Scotland League Premier Division newboyslost2-1 to Troon on opening day after borrowing McKenna Park, the home of St Anthony’s.

Jimmy Quigley’s men were back on familiar territory - but the scoreline was the sameas Kilwinning Rangers came from behind to edge it2-1.

Apenalty from Cammy Kerr gave ‘Frew the lead buta red card for Logan Punton meant they were up against in the second half.

And so it proved as goals from Bryan Boylan and Ryan Wilson earned the Buffs all three points.

‘Frew will be hoping to get off the mark at Townhead Park this afternoon when they face Cumnock.

It has been a perfect start to the season for Johnstone Burgh whobeat ‘Nock 1-0 thanks to Blair Rossiter's rasping first-half drive at Keanie Park.