Even the best players on the planet would have struggled to put on a show in such windy weather, Gary Manson said – but he was happy with the result.
Competition starts next week.
Halkirk, back in the CAFA league for the first time since before the pandemic, got their second division campaign off to a perfect start.
Head coach Tom McKenna reckons Caithness Ladies’ commitment and growing belief can help them challenge for silverware this season.
Wick Academy looked to be on course to claim a well-earned point against Formartine United in midweek only concede twice in the closing 10 minutes.
Michael Gray believes “every team seems to be getting stronger” as the new Caithness Amateur Football Association season gets under way.
Wick Academy face a demanding schedule of three away matches on successive Wednesday nights in the concluding weeks of the Highland League season.
Ewan McElroy said his Halkirk United players have been “brilliant all season” after their last chance of silverware was blown away by Invergordon.
Manager Gary Manson insists Wick Academy have the pace and power to cause problems for Highland League Cup winners Brora Rangers in Saturday’s derby.
Manager Ewan McElroy accepts that Halkirk United will be underdogs in their North Caledonian Cup semi-final against new league champions Invergordon.
