Pre-season appearances and goals in brackets.

Management

Manager: Michael Dixon

"The Gaffer"

Age: 33
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 7
App: 12 (2)
Goals: 10 (3)
Previous clubs: Hutchison Vale, Motherwell
Biography: Mikey is long servant with 14 years service to Duddingston. The club's all-time top scorer with more than 200 goals, he started off life as a striker before moving back to midfield. As a striker he was lethal in and outside the box, although moving into midfield did not curtail his goal tally as he was still top scorer for four seasons from the middle of the park. A cruciate ligament operation spoiled two years of his playing career but he managed to make a comeback and has been able to modify his style, and with his range of passing can dominate the midfieled area.

Mikey can also boast two Duddingston Player of the Year awards in his time at the club and has spent the last eight years involved in the committee, as Secretary and then as Manager. He remains signed and will play the occasional game when needed, and hopefully he can take the club onto bigger and better things.

 

Assistant Manager: Gary Scott

"Gary Scott"

Age: 29
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 10
App: 17 (3)
Goals: 1
Previous clubs: Tynecastle, Redhall Star
Biography: A promising youth player with three Scottish Cup winners' medals under his belt Gary has been with Duddingston for seven years, with 2009/2010 being his third as Assistant Manager. A tough-tackling right-sided midfielder with an eye for a pass, Gary can also claim to be a previous Player of the Year, picking up the award in 2004/2005. He possesses a great throw-in that causes all sorts of problems for opposition players. For some reason Gary is the only player that always gets referred to by his full name 'Gary Scott' rather than a shorter nickname.

 

Players 

Ross McGill

"Magoo"

Age: 31
Place of birth:
Position: Goalkeeper
Squad Number: 1
App: 16 (2)
Clean sheets:  (1)
Previous clubs: Drummond Star
Biography: Ross has enjoyed two spells at the club, most recently joining from Drummond Star four years ago. A great shot stopper and a vocal presence behind the defence he is known for his cool head under pressure and is often seen taking on opposing strikers and wandering up the pitch to help out in attack. Ross also plays on a Saturday for Real Maroon, an internet Hearts supporters team, and in 2008 received his first international cap at this level, keeping a clean sheet as Scotland beat England 3-0.
Ross has also won two Player of the Year awards as a Duddingston player.

 

 

Derek Lambie

"Del"

Age: 34
Place of birth: Whitburn
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 2
App: 11 (2)
Goals: 
Previous clubs: Silverknowes Star, Hearts HYDC, The Scotsman
Biography: Derek was signed mid-season last year from Silverknowes Star. His former club's loss was Duddy’s gain as we secured the signature of a versatile midfielder. Although more comfortable in midfield he has been able to fill in where needed in a number of positions and has played practically everywhere except in goals. Hard-working, his energy is second to none and his philosophy is to play football the proper way and get the ball on the ground.

Derek has joined the committee for 2008/09 as Secretary.

 

 

John Tams

"JT"

Age: 28
Place of birth:
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 8
App: 18 (2)
Goals: 2 (1)
Previous clubs: Inch Boys Club, Tall Oaks, Glenpark, Edinburgh City
Biography: John was a major signing for Duddingston in 2006 and goes into his fourth season at the club with back-to-back Player of theYear awards. A very skillful midfielder JT uses a great deal of guile in the middle of the park to leave opponents in his wake. Although not a prolific goalscorer he chips in with vital goals and a high percentage of assists.
He is a vital component in dictating the tempo of the game. There are not many midfielders at this level of football who are the full package as a player but John’s skill, energy, commitment, and strength in the air makes him one of them.
Another player for the Hearts Internet team who has gained international honours scoring a goal in the 3-0 defeat of England.

 

Grant Ferguson

"Fergie"

Age: 31
Place of birth:
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 6
App: 15 (1)
Goals: 
Previous clubs:
Biography: Grant signed for Duddingston in 2007 and has been a dominant force in midfield since. He missed a couple of months of last season due to travelling around Australia. More comfortable in the midfield role, his reading of the game and imposing style allows him to boss the middle of the park while his eye for a pass can create chances for the strike force.
Although not blessed with lightning pace Fergie’s strength and height ensure we also have an alternative option to play him in the wide areas.

 

 

Graham Legget

"Leggeto"

Age: 34
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Striker
Squad Number:
App:  4 (1)
Goals: 1
Previous clubs:
Biography: Graham has reached his testimonial period, with 11 years at the club, and claims to list Hibs, AC Milan and Brazil as his previous clubs. A penalty box poacher who can occasionally surprise with a moment of magic from outside the area, he has chipped in with a number of goals over his Duddy career.

Famous for the Leggeto pirouette that has baffled opponents - and himself - over the years, more often than not he will finish with a extreme coolness.

As the years progress Graham has put his name forward as a defender, midfielder and a goalkeeper, a position he has played on a number of occasions.An interesting character to have on a team night out.

  

 

Sandy Nicol

"Nicol"

Age: 34
Place of birth:
Position: Defender
Squad Number: 21
App: 13 (1)
Goals: 
Previous clubs: 
Biography: Another member of the squad now entering the ‘veteran’ category, and another long-serving player with 15 years Duddy experience under his belt. After starting life off as a lightning fast striker, as the years have taken their toll Sandy has moved further and further back, and he has recently been plying his trade at full back.
A vocal presence, Sandy’s shouts of "it's still nil-nil" whenever Duddy score a goal are now legendary and cause confusion amongst team-mates and opponents. Sandy has spent a number of years on the committee of the club carrying out roles such as Treasurer and Assistant Manager in his time.
 

 

Chris Wilson

"Wilson"

Age: 26
Place of birth:
Position: Striker
Squad Number: 9
App: 16 (2)
Goals: 12 (1)
Previous clubs: Oxgangs
Biography: Chris Wilson arrived at the club as a mid-season signing from Oxgangs in 2007/08 and was an instant hit with the fans and teammates with his bustling style and shoot-on-sight attitude. Blessed with a sweet left foot and a keen eye for goal Wilson rattled in more than 30 goals last season.
He has shone in every game and is a constant threat. We are all looking forward to Wilson challenging for the Golden Boot this year.
He is Club Captain for season 2009/2010.
 

 

Paul Nibloe

"Nibs"

Age: 36
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Defender/Midfielder
Squad Number: 16
App: 15
Goals: 1
Previous clubs: Glenpark
Biography: Paul is the elder statesman of the club at 35 and has previously been both Manager and Captain of the team. Highly respected by his teammates Nibs used to run the midfield and his tough-tackling style yielded a number of vital Duddy goals over the years. He is the oldest serving current player with 16 years with the club. In recent years as the legs have tired he has found himself using all of this experience and reading of the game in a defensive role where he provides a great service in sweeping up opposition moves with regularity. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the end of 2008/09.
A definite Duddy legend and hopefully he has a few more years to come before hanging the boots up.
  

 

Graeme Brocklehurst

"G"

Age: 33
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Defender
Squad Number: 4
App: 5 (2)
Goals: (1)
Previous clubs: 
Biography: Graeme is another long-term servant of the club with 12 years experience, although he managed to miss both recent Cup Finals due to injury. After starting life off as a midfielder his pace and long legs became a frustrating blockade to opposing strikers as he made the centre half position his own. Such was his competence in this position it has yielded two Player of the Year awards. He also finished runner-up to John Tams last year despite returning from cruciate ligament surgery. G can often be seen galloping through the midfield from his defensive position and has popped up with the occasional goal. His return from injury last year was like a multi-million pound new signing.

 

Grant Brocklehurst

"Chunky"

Age: 34
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 12
App: 16 (1)
Goals: (2)
Previous clubs: 
Biography: Yet another long-term servant with 13 years under his belt, he started his career as one of the up-and-coming youngsters known as the ‘young team’. Amazingly the introduction of this youth program gave the club a new lease of life and is partly the reason we are where we are today. Chunky has a very gifted left foot which he uses to great effect in feeding the strikers with numerous chances and has been known to chip in with a number of goals per season.
He is a popular player on and off the pitch and is a very important member on a team night out. Good in the air for one so small and a good tackler, Chunky has been and remains a vital outlet on the left hand side of the pitch and is Club Treasurer.
 

 

Mark Naysmith

"Sacs"

Age: 28
Place of birth: Uzbekistan
Position: Defender
Squad Number: 15
App: 11
Goals: 
Previous clubs: 
Biography: A no-nonsense defender who has been with the club for seven years, he is strong in the air and ferocious in the tackle. Mark can play anywhere in defence and is versatile enough to have played in midfield and even also as an emergency goalkeeper in his time with Duddingston. A popular figure around the changing room with his infectious burst of laughter Sacs is a very lively character and as soon as he crosses the touchline onto the pitch is very committed to the cause and would run through brick walls for the team.
Off the pitch the team would not be surprised to see him running through walls as a hobby such is his reputation for accidentally breaking everything in sight...
 

 

  

 

Marc O'Connor

"Marki"

Age: 24
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Midfield
Squad Number: 18
App: 6 (2)
Goals: 
Previous clubs:
Biography: Marc has been with the club for a number of years and is a great squad player. Quick on the ball, he ploughs his trade on the right hand side of midfield.

 

 

Edward McInally

"Eddie"

Age: 29
Place of birth: Glasgow
Position: Midfielder/Defender
Squad Number: 5
App:  4 (2)
Goals: (1)
Previous clubs: Balmoral, Center Court, Napier University
Biography: Strong and skillful player who is going into his second season with the Club. Eddie is comfortable anywhere across midfield or at the back and is happy to fill the centre back role. Commanding in the heart of the defence, he also has a deft touch and his assistance on the training pitch is second to none.

 

 

Stephen Hughes

"Hughesy"

Age: 24
Place of birth: Northern Ireland
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 11
App: 11 (1)
Goals: (2)
Previous clubs: 
Biography: Stephen was a revelation on the wing after making his debut midway through the 2008/09 season. What the Northern Irishman lacks in height, he has in trickery with the ball at his feet. A tireless hardworker, he has been among the Man of the Match awards.
 

 

 

Stuart Marklow

"Marklow"

Age: 22
Place of birth: Edinburgh
Position: Midfielder/Defender
Squad Number: 20
App: 
Goals: 
Previous clubs: Balmoral, Edinburgh Saints
Biography: Stuart made an impressive start to his Duddingston career last season until an unfortunate injury ended his year early. Tough tackling, he has been influential on the right side of defence and midfield and he is looking forward to his come back before the end of 2009.

 

 

 

Dougal Begg

"Beggster"

Age: 27
Position: Striker
Squad Number: 14
App: 10 (1)
Goals: 11 (4)
Previous clubs: Silverknowes Star, Edinburgh University, The Scotsman, Real Maroon, Riversdale Soccer Club (Australia)
Biography: After being charmed by a number of clubs in Scotland and Australia, Begg joined up with the Duddy squad last year and is now starting his first full season for the club. He is vastly experienced and is currently one of the top scorers in the state of Victoria in Australia. During his time with Silverknowes Star he was among the League’s top scorers and he has been capped at International level, in a 3-0 win over England, following his form with Saturday side Real Maroon.

 
 

 

    Niven Bull

"Niven"

Age: 26
Place of birth:
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 17
App: 6
Goals:
Previous clubs: Arthur's Feet, Colegio San Andreas (Paraguay), St Peter's College (England)
Biography: Niven is one of the most technically-gifted players at the club, with even his training performances earning rave reviews from his teammates. Comfortable in the centre of the park or on the right hand side, he has experience of playing at a high level with colleges in the UK and South America.

 

 

Alloysious Massaquoi

 "Alastair"

Age: 22
Place Of Birth: Liberia
Position: Striker
Squad Number: 19
App: 1
Goals:
Previous Clubs:
Biography: Born in Liberia, Ally was sensational in his first season for Duddingston last year, with goals galore in his first few appearances for the club. Tall and commanding, he is also agile and extremely tricky on the ball. He is also a member of up-and-coming hip hop trio Young Fathers.

 

      Keith Mellis

 "Mellon"

Age: 25
Place Of Birth: Edinburgh
Position: Defender
Squad Number: 3
App: 12 (1)
Goals:
Previous Clubs: Balmoral AFC, Newtongrange Star
Biography: A new signing for 2009-2010, this no-nonsense defender helps strengthen the squad for the Premier League campaign. Former captain of Balmoral AFC, his consistency is likely to ensure he will be among the short-list when the Player of the Year awards are handed out at the end of the season.
 

 

      Michael Clark

 "Mikey"

Age:
Place Of Birth:
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number: 24
App: 10
Goals: 1
Previous Clubs:
Biography:

 

 

      Kenny Matheson

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Age: 28
Place Of Birth: Edinburgh
Position: Midfielder
Squad Number:
App: 2
Goals:
Previous Clubs: Liberton United, Edina Hibs, Edinburgh City
Biography: Versatile in midfield or at the heart of the attack, Kenny returned to Duddingston for his second spell before Christmas.

 

 

     Lee McCann

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Age:
Place Of Birth:
Position:
Squad Number:
App: 2
Goals:
Previous Clubs:
Biography:

 

 

    Chris Scott

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Age:
Place of Birth:
Position:
Squad Number:
App: 1
Goals:
Previous Clubs:
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