A footballer is following in his father’s footsteps after signing for the club where his dad was once a fan favourite.
Cowdenbeath FC have secured the signature of attacking midfielder Stuart McDowall, who joins from fellow Lowland League side Linlithgow Rose.
The move marks a new chapter in the McDowall family’s connection to the club.
Stuart is the son of Murray McDowell, who scored 23 goals in 60 appearances for Cowdenbeath between 1999 and 2001.
Stuart McDowall said: "I am delighted to be here – it's a club I have affinity with due to my dad being here a while ago.
"I look forward to getting started and establishing myself.
"Colin Nelson and the gaffer talked with me a lot and those discussions helped me decide this is the best place to continue my football journey.
"I’m really looking forward to next season to do my bit for the team to have a successful campaign."
The 20-year-old midfielder began his career in the Dunfermline Athletic youth system before joining Linlithgow Rose for the 2023/24 season.
He enjoyed loan spells at Luncarty and Sauchie Juniors before making seven appearances for Linlithgow Rose in the second half of the campaign, scoring against University of Stirling in March.
Cowdenbeath manager Paul McLean said: "Another player we’re delighted to have onboard.
"An attacking midfielder who I hope will bring goals and assists to the team.
"He was really keen to join the club and I’m sure the fans will enjoy watching him play."
Football operations director Colin Nelson said the club was equally pleased with the new signing.
Mr Nelson said: "We are really pleased Stuart has chosen to come to us.
"He could have gone elsewhere but chose us after positive discussions.
"He's hungry, ambitious and a talented player.
"He needs a consistent run of games and I feel we are the right club for him.
"He had a successful loan at Sauchie where his numbers in terms of goals and assists were very good.
"We welcome him to the squad."
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