The points were shared in this afternoons Championship clash at Palmerston as both sides failed to find a goal, and on a day that kept many away from the game due to the horrendous weather conditions, it was Queens who were more happy with the outcome as most of the game was dominated by the visitors who had several really good opportunities to collect all 3 points. There were two main reasons that Queens were able to cling on to a point, firstly, Alan Martin`s performance was exceptional, and secondly Dunfermline although on top for large parts of the game, continued to waste very good opport ...
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Today's 50/50 winner was Susan Scott from Kirkcudbrigh, winning £285 with her ticket 125195.

We are back at Palmerston tomorrow as we welcome Dunfermline in the Championship. In the one previous meeting between the two sides earlier this season, Josh Todd scored the only goal of the game to give us a great win at East End Park. 

Buoyant from our point against Ross County away last weekend, the players and Manager, Gary Naysmith are looking forward to the visit of Allan Johnston’s side. Gary told the Club website “First off, a big thanks to all of you who travelled to the Highlands last weekend. I am glad that we got a good result. 

I was delighted to go to Ross County and get a share of the spoils – I would rate it as one of our best results of the season. Indeed, I said afterwards that it was the best I have felt after a game that we hadn’t won.

The players deserve a lot of credit for the way they responded to going a goal behind. We had a wee bit of good luck when they hit the woodwork just before half-time and I told the players not waste the good fortune.

There wasn’t much in the game in the opening 45 minutes but I felt that we needed to use the ball a bit better. We improved our possession in the second half and that’s games against the top two teams in the division that we have taken points from recently.

The effort and the commitment from the players was tremendous and to be in the top four in December is excellent and everyone deserves praise for it.

I was pleased that Andy came off the bench to get the equalising goal. It’s what you want your substitute to do. He wasn’t happy at not starting, and nor would I want him to be, but he made his point in the best possible way.

Onto this week and like ourselves, Dunfermline will have an eye on that fourth spot and they will be looking to bounce back after last week’s disappointing result at Partick.  Ironically, we’ve tended to do better away to Dunfermline than we have at Palmerston, so we know it’ll be another tough game.

It’s the last time we will see David Norman in a Queens shirt as he is due to fly back to Vancouver. Stephen Dobbie and Gary Harkins are still missing through hamstring injuries and Darren Brownlie continues his rehab but everyone else is available for selection”. 

Dunfermline fans should note that sections six of the BDS Digital (East) Stand has been set aside for Pars supporters. Turnstile three will be in use for them to gain entry.

The away end catering outlet and toilets in the BDS stand will be available for use. Catering is also available in the Arena café where a full menu is available before kick-off. The bar under the Gates Stand will also be open for refreshments. 

Entry to the game is by ticket only. The Arena ticket office will be open for both sets of supporters from around noon, with the BDS Stand ticket offices opening approximately and hour and a half before kick-off.

Please note that the BDS Stand ticket office is a CASH ONLY office. Should spectators wish to pay by card then they should purchase their tickets at the Arena ticket office.

Spectators should arrive in plenty of time to ensure that they purchase their ticket and gain entry to the stadium for the kick off. Turnstiles open for admission at quarter past two.

Ticket prices:
Adults - £18
Concessions - £10
Under 16s - £5
Adult Accessible tickets - £8
Concession accessible tickets - £5
Under 16 accessible tickets - £3

Wheelchair access for away supporters is on the south side of BDS Digital stand. There is a lay-by on King Street for vehicles to drop their passengers for flat access to the ground. Disabled parking is available on the north side of the BDS Digital Stand or at the Arena car park. One personal assistant is included in the price of the accessible ticket.

There will be on street parking restrictions around the ground, car parking is available in the Arena car park, alternatively there is plenty of other on & off street parking available away from the stadium.

It is suggested that buses/minibuses drop off their passengers in Terregles St/King Street and thereafter park on College Mains road just off the roundabout with the A76 on the town bypass (adjacent to Curry's/PC World, as the other side at Aldi is the access road to the ambulance depot and is extremely busy). Pick up should be the same location. 

We aren't aware of any road works around Dumfries that would affect travel times to Palmerston Park however fans should check the Traffic Scotland website at http://trafficscotland.org/index.aspx> for confirmation and of any other delays.

There is a yellow be aware weather warning for snow and ice – drivers should allow extra time for their journey.

QOS have adopted a robust and thorough search policy for spectators entering the ground to ensure that ground rules and regulations are strictly adhered to, especially in relation to pyrotechnic devices and controlled containers. All bags will be searched and spectators presenting themselves for entry may also be subject to search. Spectators who refuse to be searched by stewards will be denied entry to the ground.

Palmerston Park is a non-smoking venue, this includes e-cigarettes and other such devices. Stewards are empowered to eject spectators who disobey these rules. No persons will be admitted to the ground who are deemed to be under the influence of alcohol.

All spectators are required to abide by our policy on unacceptable behaviour.

Our great value for kids, Saturday Club will take place at the Arena from half past 12. Primary School kids are invited to come along and enjoy two hours of fun and games before having some lunch and heading over to watch the first team game. All for £10 per child or £8 for Junior Blue season ticket holders.

Kick off at Palmerston - 3pm.

It's time for supporters to decide what goal they think is the best scored in the third round of the William Hill Scottish Cup.

Queens defender, Scott Mercer's left foot strike against Formartine United has been shortlisted.  You can watch it along with the other contenders and place your vote using the poll in the reply at https://twitter.com/ScottishCup/

For us, there is only one winner!

Don't forget that we are this week collecting donations for First Base Agency foodbank.  

A wide variety of items are required, while they accept all food items, they are in desperate need of cereal, tinned soup, pasta, rice, lentils or other pulses, pasta sauces, tinned meats, tinned fish, tinned vegetables, tinned fruit, pet food, tea, coffee, UHT milk and fruit juices.  Foodbanks also supply non food items and therefore require toiletries and hygiene products to help people in crisis maintain their dignity.

We have a collection point in the Queen of the South Arena for people to leave their donations.

Please donate what you can.

QoS 18's v Stirling Albion 18's
A good solid performance and some excellent finishing ensured Queens of a convincing result to take into the Christmas break. Goals from Currie (3), Gordon, Willis, Corsan, Williamson and Lee easily outscored the consolation goal for the visitors.

The youth teams now enjoy a break over the Festive season.

Our home game against Dunfermline on Saturday will be David Norman's last day with us. We would like to thank David for his contribution to the club in his short time with us from Vancouver and wish him all the very best with his career in the future. We hope he has enjoyed his time with us as much as we have enjoyed having him as part of our team.

Manager Gary Naysmith added "I'd personally like to thank David for all his effort and commitment for the club and for the important contribution that he has made in his short spell with ourselves. He is a great boy and I really hope he can return to Vancouver and push for a starting spot in their first team".

Speaking to his parent club's website whitecapsfc.com, David himself said "The level has been good so far, obviously I've come over for a new challenge, to play first team football to do it at this level has been fantastic."

"The pace is very different. I'd almost describe it as being a hectic pace, played at 100 miles per hour for the full 90 minutes, which is something you don't really get in the leagues over in North America. Other than the pace, it is also very direct and physical as well."

"I've improved my speed of thought and speed of play, just with it being such a fast paced league you have to know everything that is happening before you get the ball. Defensively I think I have improved as well, learning how to read situations better and putting myself in the best position to win the ball back for the team”.

"Seeing what players such as Stephen Dobbie and Gary Harkins do day in and day out, and the pieces of information they give me have been vital."

"I don't have the luxury of going into a 30 million dollar training facility like I did in Vancouver. It's great for me not to take anything for granted that I have back in Vancouver. I realise how lucky not only myself, but how lucky as an academy we have had it."

Assistant manager, Dougie Anderson who was instrumental in David joining us on loan, had this to say "after a few matches in the reserves, David certainly asserted himself and after making the step up to the first team, he has dealt with the pace no problem. His attitude in first team games and in training is first class, he works tirelessly. He's very keen to learn and has a fantastic attitude to his football development."

Our Supporters Liaison Committee have arranged an open meeting with Director, Mark Blount & Community coach, Dan Armstrong for Monday, 28th January 2019.

It's an opportunity for you to ask any questions you have directly to Mark, Dan or the committee so we would appreciate a good turnout and encourage as many fans to attend.  

The meeting will take place in the downstairs bar in the Main Stand at Palmerston from 7.30pm.

If you are unable to attend but would like to raise a question then please contact any of the SLO committee prior to the evening  They can be contacted by emailing [email protected]