CRAIGMARK Burntonians boss Ian Patterson is targeting a strong 2026 - as his side end the current year top of the league table.
The Station Park gaffer sent a message to supporters over the festive season with the Dalmellington outfit out of action during this time.
It is fair to say it has been a positive start to the campaign for The Mark who are five points clear in the WoSFL Third Division.
For the boss, it has been an impressive turnaround after the club finished last season bottom of the Second Division.
They picked up just four wins during that campaign, compared to the ten achieved only 13 matches into their current one.
"We would also like to thank everyone for their support so far this season," Patterson said via the club's social media page.
"Personally, I am extremely pleased with how we have performed so far in the league campaign.
"Bringing in over 15 players during the summer is a massive transition for any club, but the players have reacted incredibly well and have been brilliant.
"When you look at the facts, we are the second top scorers in the league and have the second-best defence. All of this sees us sitting top of the league at Christmas."
The manager is now keen to keep the good feeling going as he looks to banish the memories for last season.
He added: "The players have been a real credit to the club, and we will continue to work hard to do the community proud as we move into 2026.
"We are on course to achieve our ambition of finishing within the top eight, helping to get the club back up the leagues after a difficult season last year.”
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