Thorn Athletic 2013

04/09/2026

League match 4 this Saturday as we welcome old foes Erskine to Shanks Park.

Erskine had the better of us last season but the boys will be aiming to right that wrong and make it 4 wins from 4 to start the season.

Mon the Thorn! 💙

28/08/2026

Matchday 3 of our 26-27 league season sees us travel to Dumbarton for a quick rematch against our opponents from Wednesday.

Another tight game in prospect and the boys will be keen to ensure it goes in our favour once again.

Mon the Thorn 💙

25/08/2026

After a successful start to our league season on Saturday we welcome Dumbarton to Shanks Park on Wednesday for match day 2. Kick off is at 6.45pm.

Should be a good, close encounter and fingers crossed for a home win.

Mon the Thorn! 💙

21/08/2026

Our 2026/27 campaign gets underway tomorrow with a trip to Bearsden to play Baljaffray.

Here's hoping it's a successful season. Mon the Thorn! 💙

25/06/2026

Fantastic news 💙

𝙋𝙇𝘼𝙉𝙉𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙁𝙐𝙏𝙐𝙍𝙀 ||

We are delighted to confirm that planning permission has now been granted by Renfrewshire Council for the installation of a full-size, floodit, artificial pitch with additional car parking at Thorn Athletic Sports Academy in Johnstone.

The tender process is now underway to appoint a contractor to deliver the project.

It's another important milestone for the organisation and takes us a step closer to our dream of using sport to transform the area around us, positively impact on people's lives and tackle inequality in our community.

24/06/2026

New kit 🔜💙

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our brand-new partnership with Thorn Athletic Football Club—marking our very first official partnership in Scotland!

Last week, the Defy team traveled over to Johnstone to meet the incredible crew behind the club and hand-deliver their brand-new, custom Defy kit. Seeing the passion and dedication at Thorn Athletic made it clear that this is the perfect match.

📢 To sports clubs in Ireland, the UK, and beyond:
From grassroots to the pros, 𝘿𝙀𝙁𝙔 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨 is your number-one destination for premium sportswear, teamwear, and workwear.

This is teamwear built to last. Built for the challenge. Built for those who dare to 𝘿𝙀𝙁𝙔.

Welcome to the family, Thorn Athletic!🤝⚡

02/06/2026

Well done to the guys, and highlights the pathway we have available with the Thorn 💙

20/05/2026

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16/05/2026

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𝙈𝘼𝙏𝘾𝙃 𝙄𝙉𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙈𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 ||

Curtain comes down on season 2025-26 as we host champions Bellshill Athletic today.

All facilities available including Hat-Trick Hatch and Final Whistle Bar.

We will also have representatives along from Renfrewshire Stroke Group as part of Make May Purple awareness month 💜

Today's match sponsors are Thorn Athletic 2013 🤝

15/05/2026

Our final game of the 25-26 season sees us welcome Park Sports to Shanks Park 🤝.

A tough test awaits but the boys are aiming to finish on a high 💙