Only three games broke the thousand mark--Falkirk, Ayr United and Raith Rovers and Queens themselves managed only 967 with a travelling support from Alloa of around 30.

Prior to kick-off Palmerston was hit by a deluge of rain, plus thunder and lightning into the bargain.

But the new pitch held up remarkably well considering the conditions.

Nevertheless, a 5-2 victory for Queens sent our fans home happy.

It was Alloa`s first visit to Palmerston for nine years but those three late counters came just at the right time.