Ardeer Thistle Football Club Youth Academy

17/06/2026

16/06/2026

⚽️ WANT MORE GAME TIME? ⚽️

Tired of spending Saturdays on the bench?

Looking for a club where teamwork comes before individual glory?

Ardeer Thistle F.C 2010s, part of the Ardeer Youth Academy, are looking to add players to our squad for the 2026/27 season.

Whether you're an experienced player or still developing your game, we're looking for players who are committed, willing to learn, and ready to work for the team.

At Ardeer Thistle, we believe football is won together. We aren't looking for individuals who play for themselves we're looking for players who want to support their teammates, work hard for the badge, and be part of something bigger than themselves.

🔴 More opportunities for game time
⚫ Saturday Matchdays
🔴 Training Tuesday & Thursday 6:00pm - 7:30pm
🔴 Positive and supportive environment
⚫ Focus on development and progression
🔴 Part of the Ardeer Youth Academy pathway

We're building a squad based on:

✅ Attitude
✅ Commitment
✅ Teamwork
✅ Respect
✅ Development

Please note that some away fixtures will involve travel outwith Ayrshire, therefore players and parents must be willing to travel when required.

This isn't just about finding players.

It's about finding the right players.

Players who want to improve.
Players who want opportunities.
Players who want to play as part of a team.
Players who want to wear the badge with pride.

📩 Think that's you?

Drop the page a message today and a member of the coaching team will get back to you as soon as possible.

❤️🖤 ONE TEAM. ONE BADGE. ONE GOAL. ❤️🖤

16/06/2026

𝑷𝑹𝑬-𝑺𝑬𝑨𝑺𝑶𝑵 𝑭𝑰𝑿𝑻𝑼𝑹𝑬𝑺
Pre season fixtures are now confirmed for this Summer as our new Manager Kenny Henderson gets us prepared for season 26/27.

Saturday 27th June Ardeer v East Kilbride Thistle 14:00 k.o (H)

Tuesday 7th July Ardeer v Whitletts 19:30 k.o (H)

Saturday 11th July Irvine vics v Ardeer k.o TBC (A)

Tuesday 14th July West Kilbride AFC v Ardeer k.o TBC (A)

Friday 17th July
Kello v Ardeer ( Cumnock) 19:30 k.o (A)

Season starts Saturday 25th July.

14/06/2026

13/06/2026

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13/06/2026

⚽️ 🔴 ⚽️ 🔴

What a morning... the boys have set the tone for Scotland today!!!

Boys played amazing football, everything we've been working on at training was on display, through balls, over lapping runs, wide play etc. 🤩

Great watch and very proud of every single one of them to finish their 7 aside journey in the fashion that they did ⭐️

Well done boys 💪

🔴⚪️⚫️

13/06/2026

Ardeer Thistle Football Club are delighted to confirm the appointment of Kenny Henderson as our new First Team Manager.

We are thrilled to welcome Kenny and his staff to the club as we begin an exciting new chapter.

Joining Kenny in the management team will be Mark Steele, who takes on the role of Assistant Manager, while Paul Doyle joins as First Team Coach. We are also pleased to confirm that last season’s joint captain, Andy McGregor, will remain with the club and step into a First Team Coach role.

Kenny arrives at Ardeer Thistle with previous managerial experience at Bonnyton and, most recently, St Peter’s, bringing a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the position.

Please join us in giving Kenny, Mark, Paul and Andy a very warm Ardeer Thistle welcome as they begin their journey with the club.

❤️🖤

12/06/2026

12/06/2026

CLUB STATEMENT

Due to a change of personal circumstances William Gemmell is no longer able to fulfil the duties as Ardeer Thistle F.C manager.

The club would like to take this opportunity to thank Wullie for his endeavours and wish him all the best in his future managerial career.

An announcement will be made very shortly regarding the Managerial position. ❤️🖤

10/06/2026

Hey guys

Ardeer Promrun have been in touch asking if any coaches, parents or Players would like to sign up. It’s completely free and all abilities welcome. There are looking to build relationships with local clubs. I have put on some links if you want to have a look.

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