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Manager:
Budgie McGhie

Assistants:
Gerry Crawley, Bobby Cameron, Davie Coates

Kit Man:
Johnny Hardy

Stephen Mehigan (Goalkeeper) First choice goalkeeper. One of three players who signed from Goldenhill Under 21's. Also had spells at St Convals & Dundee Utd.
Chris Prior (Goalkeeper) Drumchapel-based goalkeeper who previously played for Lennox Boys Club. Chris is the brother of Danny who plays in midfield (see below). Chris joined the side in the new year and gives competition for the no.1 jersey.
David Harris (Defender) Local lad. Another one of the Ex-Goldenhill under 21's. Got the 3rd goal in the Bankies 3-3 draw at Glenhead in the Beaton's cup tie v Vale of Clyde. Picked up a bad injury near the end of the season.
Brian Harkins (Defender) Nicknamed 'Harkie'. Has previously played for Shettleston, Maryhill, Blantyre Vics & Vale of Clyde. Known for reading the game well and organising at the back.
Billy 'Budgie' McGhie (Defender/Manager) Great knowledge and experience in the Senior game having sampled Premier League football with Clydebank in the 1980s. Played Junior football before taking up coaching at Shettleston.
Graeme Dempsey (Defender) Joined Clydebank from Maryhill Juniors, and counts Greenock Morton, Clyde, Knightswood as his former clubs - and had a previous spell with clydebank before "in his younger days". Scored vs Carluke in Nov 2003.
Derek Watson (Defender) Centre-back who impressed as a trialist against St Roch's and then signed in Jan 2004. 25 year old and at 6' 6'' adds extra height to the defence. Was previously at Cambuslang Rangers and Larkhall Thistle.
Jon Crawford (Defender) Began his career at Clydebank in the Scottish Football League. Moved on to Arbroath and Queen of the South. After a 'trialist' appearance he signed & scored on his official return against St Roch's on Dec 27th 2003.
Joe Allison (Midfielder) Signed in March 2004 to play on the right side of the defence or midfield. He used to play for Johnstone Burgh and Campsie Black Watch U21's. Played his first game for the club at Saracen Park, Ashfield.
Zander McMillan (Midfielder) Signed at the same time as Joe Allison Above and capable playing in defence or midfield. Zander was previously with Dundee United and made his debut for Clydebank against Ashfield in the West of Scotland Cup win.

Mark McGuire (Midfielder) Experienced Ex-Yoker man. Likely to fullfil a midfield role for the team but will face stiff competition from others in the squad. Has also played in defence to cover for injured players.

John McIntyre (Midfielder) Ex-Giffnock North, Queens Park, Dundee, Falkirk. Scottish Amateur cap, John is a left sided defender/midfielder with a cultured left foot. Rates French ace Zidane as his favourite player.
Danny Prior (Midfielder) Local lad from Drumchapel. Formerly of Dumbarton, Albion Rovers, Rob Roy U21's, Kilpatrick U21's. Provides a goal-threat from centre midfield and enjoyed scoring his 40 yard 'screamer' at Johnstone Burgh!

Kevin Stanley (Midfielder) Ex St.Josephs player and a Bankie who will play for the jersey. Made his debut for the club at Johnstone Burgh in July 2003. Has been in and out the team this season.

Ryan Waddell (Midfield) Released by Dundee Utd after spending 3 years at Tannadice - strong left-sided defender/midfielder. Takes good inswinging corner kicks with his left foot which are difficult to defend against.
Mark Hailstones (Midfielder) Has previously played for Carse Thistle, Maryhill, Levenvalley, and Kilpatrick U-21s. Good crosser of the ball from the right. Capable of taking players on as demonstrated by his goal at Lesmahgow.
Graham Mackay (Midfielder) Attacking midfielder formerly of Horsham FC. Always likely to ventur forward into the opposition penalty box and has been rewarded with a goal haul in double figures.
Michael Tolland (Midfield/Forward) Ex- Wishaw, Cumbernauld and Clyde. Michael joined from Wishaw Juniors where he won the Supporters Player of the Year last season. A well balanced midfielder/forward. Scored versus Thorniewood.
Clinton Maxwell (Forward) Based in nearby Milngavie. Has played for Goldenhill, Milngavie, and Campsie before joining Clydebank. Has become a regular starter wearing the no.11 shirt for the Bankies. Lists Ronaldo as his favourite player.
David Simeon (Forward) Signed in March 2004 from Rob Roy and scored on his debut during the 4-0 win versus Stonehouse Violet at Glenhead. The management hope he can fire in a few more goals during the promotion run-in.
David Reid (Forward) Clydebank supporter turned striker! Has played for Kilpatrick BC, Duntocher BC and local rivals Yoker Athletic. Scored Bankies first goal since the fans resurrected the club at Keanie Park, Johnstone Burgh.

David Noble (Forward) Young Ex-St Convals, St Johnstone, and St Mirren player from Paisley. Will push for a regular starting place in the forward line.

Mark Kilpatrick (Forward) Pacey forward who is difficult to play against. Good movement off the ball and takes up good positon. Scored a stunning goal for Bankies in the vital home win over Lesmahagow.
Chris Berry (Forward) Promising 19 year old forward, small, but strong and pacey. Local lad who has attracted interest from both senior and junior clubs in the past. Scored Bankies 2nd goal in Bankies' 2-0 win at Lesmahagow.

 

 

Others - released or unsigned

Gary Elrick (Forward) Ex-Johnstone Burgh, Renfrew & Benburb striker. Scored three goals for the club (a double at Newburgh and one at the 4-1 defeat to Vale of Clyde. Released at end of September 2003.
Scott Allison (Defender) Had a brief spell in the juniors with Kilsyth Rangers as a teenager. Captained St Mirren U21's amd was a first team regular for 3rd division East Stirling. Only played for a couple for times for Clydebank as a Trialist in Aug.
Andy Williamson (Defender) Pacey left-back with strong attacking element to his game. Impressed during pre-season and the Beatons' cup. Scored the Bankies' 3rd goals in historic 1st win at Glenhead (3-2 v St Rochs). Retained by Shettleston.
Ross Perrie (Defender) Ex-Saint Peter's Under 21s. Has made a few of first team starts since his debut at Johnstone Burgh. Released at end of October 2003.
David McGhee (Defender) Playing for his hometown club. Was signed from Goldenhill and has been on the books of Motherwell, Celtic, St Mirren, & Queens Park. Chose Celtic's Bobo Balde as his favourite player. Released at end of October 2003.
Jim George (Midfielder) Used to play for Largs Thistle and also happens to be the son of Yoker manager Jim. Could make for an interesting time at the local Derby games! Couldn't get back in the team after injury. Released at end of October 2003.
Bernie Mulligan (Midfielder) Scored a great goal versus Irvine Vics during pre-season tourny at Cambuslang. Did not sign. Playing elsewhere.
Scott McLaughlin (Forward) Forward who lists Aston Villa, Shettleston & Vale of Clyde among his former clubs. Been on the subs bench of late. Left the club in Feb 2004.
Eddie Higgins (Forward) Ex-Largs, another local lad. A strong, energetic type of player who can either play in midfield or up front. Scored three goals before he left the club in March 2004.
John Kennedy (Forward), Colin Faulds? (Forward), Craig Kelly (Goalkeeper), Neil Dempsey (Defender)

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