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We're delighted to announce a Cooperation Agreement with SPFL Premiership champions Celtic for the 2026/27 campaign. Goalkeeper Aidan Rice and midfielder Owen Hartington have both joined the club on loan under the partnership, which was introduced last year…
It is with great sadness that we share the news that Craig Morrison passed away over the weekend. Craig and Quantuma colleague Ian Wright were appointed as joint-administrators of the club in November 2024, and both worked tirelessly to…
Four members of Sons' U20s squad have signed their first professional contracts with the club, and will now head out on loan for first team experience. Defenders Jon Dunbar, Brandon Muir and Derin Marshall - who have all featured…
Fancy being the voice of home games at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches? We're on the lookout for a relief stadium announcer to step in for games where our announcer isn't available, with the option of taking…
Midfielder Ally Spalding has become Sons’ latest signing, joining on a permanent deal from East Kilbride. The 20-year-old started his career at Airdrieonians, but made his name with a breakthrough season at Arbroath - playing 35 times as the…
Buying your copy of SonsView - our matchday programme - is helping support the next generation of Dumbarton players, thanks to a new agreement between the Sonstrust and DFC. 90% of profits from the sale of copies will now…
Dumbarton Football Club is the latest Scottish club to sign up to the Football Safety App reinforcing its bid to make matchdays safer and more welcoming for younger supporters. The new technology is a real-time reporting tool designed as…
League 2 football returns to The Rock this weekend, and home fans will notice a striking new addition to the home concourse. Local artist Lewis Deeney has created a stunning mural that brings our iconic badge to life, working…
We are delighted to announce that Stags Head has renewed their partnership with the club for season 2026/27, remaining official sponsor of our Men’s team Player of the Month awards. Under the ownership of David Davidson and the Enlightened…
A familiar face has taken over the club’s kiosks ahead of the new season, with Lynne Purdue taking over the running of our busy food and drink outlets. Lynne, who also plays a vital role in graphic design on…
Midfielder Owen Hartington is the latest player to join Frank McKeown’s Sons for the new campaign, signing on loan from Premiership champions Celtic. An energetic left-footed midfielder, Owen signed his first professional contract with Celtic two years ago in…
Season Tickets are on sale now via Fanbase - with great benefits for those who sign up to Be Part of It ahead of an exciting new era for the club in 2026/27! As well as freezing prices,…
Competitive football returns to The Rock this week for the very first time on our new artificial pitch! And we’ve got a packed first fortnight of events to make up for lost time. This Friday, July 31, our U20s…
Midfielder Ryan Blair has left Dumbarton to join Brechin City. The 30-year-old was one of our first signings in the summer of 2022 and was an ever-present in the side that finished second in the League 2 table. He…
We’re delighted that PZ Tiling & Maintenance have extended their backing of the club, sponsoring the back of our new VSN home and away kits. A valued supporter of the Sons having had a pitchside advertising sign behind the…
Dumbarton Football Club is proud to announce a new partnership with Glasgow-based charity Baby Loss Retreat. The new agreement will see the club provide 20 general access league tickets for the charity throughout the season, while Baby Loss Retreat…
We're delighted to welcome Rishabh Upadhyay and Jack McEwan to Dumbarton as our new Head of Physiotherapy and Physiotherapy Assistant. Rishabh joins having most recently worked as first team physio across the Clyde at Greenock Morton, and also…
Canadian midfielder Josiah Sowa is boss Frank McKeown's latest addition for the new season, joining on a season long loan from Championship side Queen’s Park. The 19-year-old attacker joined the Spiders from North Toronto Nitros in 2024, and has…
Goalkeeper Jack McConnell has completed a deal to join Dumbarton for the new season. The 22-year-old former Scotland youth international has been named as a trialist for both our Premier Sports Cup games, but has now put pen to…
We will face county rivals Clydebank in a competitive game for the first time in 25 years in this season's KDM Evolution Trophy. We'll make the trip along the A82 to Holm Park on Tuesday, October 13 for…
We’re delighted to announce the return of goalkeeper Aidan Rice from Celtic. The 20-year-old made a huge impression during a loan spell from the Glasgow club last season, earning a new two-year deal with the Premiership Champions. After playing…
We’re delighted to reveal our custom made new away kit for 2026/27, the first in our new partnership with VSN Sport, which we will debut in tomorrow’s Premier Sports Cup game with Dunfermline Athletic. A throwback to some historic…
Midfielder David Craig has put pen to paper on a deal to become Frank McKeown’s latest recruit for the 2026/27 campaign. The 19-year-old, who came through the ranks at Ayr United and captained the Honest Men’s U18s side, has…
We're now in a position to confirm that our final Premier Sports Cup tie, against William Hill League 1 Cove Rangers will also take place at The Reigart Stadium, Coatbridge. Cliftonhill, as the stadium is better known, will…
With an exciting season of football on the horizon, playing at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches for the very first time, we're on the lookout for a women's team matchday co-ordinator. Want to play a vital…
Academy football comes to The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches in 2026/27, with Season Tickets now on sale for our Lowland Development League U20's first season playing under the lights in G82. Show your support for Sons…
Our squad numbers for the new season have now been confirmed ahead of the return of competitive action against St Mirren next weekend. 3. Ali Omar 4. Kristian Webster 6. Ryan Blair 7. Scott Tomlinson 8. Josh Todd…
We're delighted that we've already sold 150 tickets for our Pass it On Campaign, giving young people the chance to enjoy a season of William Hill League 2 football at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches totally free…
Our 2026/27 campaign is taking shape after the release of the new fixture list, with Dumbarton Women set for another exciting season across league and cup competitions. The new campaign begins on Sunday 2 August when we welcome West…
Tickets are now on sale for our Premier Sports Cup group stage match with St Mirren on Saturday July 11. The match will take place at The Reigart Stadium in Coatbridge, home of Albion Rovers, due to ongoing…
All at Dumbarton Football Club are sorry to hear the passing of Jake McShannon. A native of Southend, Campbeltown, Jake made the lengthy journey to matches - home and away - with son Alan, and was a popular…
We're holding two maintenance days next weekend (4-5 July) to help get The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches looking picture perfect ahead of the new season. If you can, pop along at any stage during the day to…
We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Craig Sutherland as our new Head of Youth Development. A local lad who lives in Renton and attended Vale of Leven Academy, Craig joins the club with a wealth of experience designing…
Physio Kirsty Hughes is to leave Dumbarton for a new role closer to home. Kirsty has been an integral member of the backroom staff for both Frank McKeown and Stevie Farrell, and we wish her all the best for…
Scott Tomlinson has returned to Dumbarton, after agreeing a permanent deal at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches, subject to SFA approval. The jet-heeled winger became a fans’ favourite during a loan spell from Ayr United last season…
Connor Campbell has become Dumbarton's fourth new face of the summer, inking a two-year deal at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches subject to SFA approval. The left-sided defender, 19, came through the ranks at Rangers - earning…
Dumbarton Women manager Kenny McInnes believes playing home fixtures at The Rock – Sponsored by Marbill Coaches will be a major step forward for the team and the wider women’s pathway. The coming season will see the women’s side…
Michael Doyle will lead Dumbarton into a new era, having been appointed as the club’s new captain. The 34-year-old, who joined us from Cove Rangers in January, has previously worn the armband at The Balmoral Stadium, as well as…
We can confirm that our Premier Sports Cup clash with St Mirren on Saturday July 11 will take place at The Reigart Stadium, home of Albion Rovers, with kick-off remaining at 3pm. Work is continuing at pace to…
Women’s team manager Kenny McInnes says the focus ahead of the new season is on adding depth and competition to an already talented squad. The Sons head into the campaign with a young group that has developed together over…
We now know our route through the 2026/27 William Hill League 2 campaign, with a season of exciting challenges ahead as we prepare for another competitive year. Before the league action gets underway, boss Frank McKeown and his team…
We can confirm that goalkeeper Luke Smallwood has joined St Partick's FPFC on a loan. Luke made his first team debut for the Sons at just 16, coming on as a substitute against Annan Athletic in September 2024 in…
A limited number of tickets are now available for our friendly with Ayr United on Tuesday, 30 June (kick-off 7.30pm). The match will take place at the Championship side's all-new Somerset Park Community Pitch, with 100 tickets made…
Midfielder Lewis Spence is the latest addition to Frank McKeown’s squad for the new season, inking a two-year deal at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches, subject to SFA approval. A title winner with East Kilbride, Lewis played…
Reigning Sonstrust Young Player of the Year Scott Honeyman has committed his future to Dumbarton, signing a new one-year deal with the club. The 20-year-old was a man in demand after a breakthrough campaign at The Rock - sponsored…
We’re delighted to announce a strategic partnership with West of Scotland League side St Patrick’s FPs. Our West of Scotland Development League U20s side will play under the St Patrick’s umbrella next season, joining Renton Craigandro and Dumbarton United…
Director of Facilities and Assets has given an update on work to install a new artificial playing surface at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches. We've also got an FAQ for anyone looking to learn more about…
The big kick-off in William Hill League 2 might still be a few weeks away, however Sons' pre-season schedule has now been confirmed. With friendlies giving fans the chance to see Frank McKeown's new look side in action. …
The Rock sponsored by Marbill Coaches was buzzing this week with players, coaches and parents from the Women's Pathway Teams and Women's Team on hand to welcome the youngsters into the stadium for a look at the opportunities that…
As preparations begin for the 2026/27 SWFL season, our women’s side can provide an update on the current playing squad. The club can confirm that the following players will be moving on: Natasha Lewis Caitlyn Connelly Alisha Biggerstaff Everyone…
We’re delighted to reveal our custom made new home kit for 2026/27, the first in our new partnership with VSN Sport, which goes on sale tomorrow (Saturday, June 6). Designed as a fresh taste on our iconic home colours,…
The last time Tommy Robson and Mikey Doyle lined up in the same William Hill League 2 team they helped Queen’s Park to back-to-back promotions. Now they’re back in the same side at The Rock sponsored by Marbill Coaches…
Tommy Robson is the latest addition to Frank McKeown’s squad for the new season, inking a two-year deal to become a Dumbarton player subject to SFA approval. The full-back, was a standout performer for playoff finalists Clyde last season,…
Michael Doyle has extended his time at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches, signing a new one year deal. The defender, 34, joined from Cove Rangers on deadline day, quickly becoming a key player for boss Frank McKeown…
Defender Kristian Webster is the latest player to sign up for the new season, signing a two year extension to his deal at The Rock sponsored by Marbill Coaches. Webby, Sons View Player of the Year for 2025/26, initially…
We can confirm the draw for the 2026/27 Premier Sports Cup has been made, with Dumbarton drawn in Group C alongside Premier Sports Cup holders St Mirren, Scottish Cup finalists Dunfermline Athletic, Cove Rangers, and William Hill League 2…
We’re delighted to announce the appointment of David McGurn as our new goalkeeper coach. David will be a well known face to Sons fans having been a thorn in our side for Greenock Morton and Raith Rovers during a…
Striker Deryn Lang has become boss Frank McKeown's first new addition of the summer, joining after finishing last season as Stranraer's top scorer. The frontman, 26, netted 14 times for the Blues last season - becoming the first Stranraer…
We’re delighted to announce that striker Leighton McIntosh has signed a new deal to remain at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches. The forward scored 16 times in William Hill League 2 last season, earning a place in…
Defender Ali Omar has committed his future to Dumbarton, extending his contract for the 2026/27 campaign. The Somalia international, who arrived at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches in January, made a huge impression as a Dumbarton player, playing…
We're on the lookout for a new Head of Academy for the boys section of our pathway. The club has set a target to enter the Club Academy Scotland Advanced Youth/Progressive League in the 2027/28 season, and we…
We're delighted to confirm the appointment of Darren McEwan as our first Head of Youth Operations. Darren joins after playing a key role in the youth setup at our county neighbours Clydebank as it earned SFA Quality Mark Gold…
Goalkeeper coach Eric Phillips and Head of Youth Gordon Scanlan have taken the decision to leave Dumbarton to pursue other opportunities. Popular coach Eric joined the club in the summer of 2021 from Stranraer, serving for five seasons and…
Sons Lowland Development League U20s came out on top in a seven goal Knockout Cup final thriller. Max McArthur's double and a strike from Aedan Gilfedder had Sons in a commanding position, or for City to tie the…
Former Sons striker Christian Nade took time out from his new coaching role to talk about his time at the Rock. He spoke about signing for Dumbarton the first time around and how it came about. “My time at…
Having captured second place in the league with two cup finals still to play Lowland Development League U20’s head coach Jordan Woodford said he is “absolutely delighted” with his teams’ progress this season. A commanding performance in their…
Women’s team manager Kenny McInnes has spoken ahead of tomorrow’s penultimate match of the SWFL Central-West season and the final home match for the ladies at Mountblow before their summer move to the Rock – sponsored by Marbill Coaches.…
We sat down with Sons' Director of Facilities and Assets, Jordan Brownlee, to dig into the detail of the new artificial playing surface being installed at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches. Jordan, first of all, tell…
We were delighted to confirm this week that work will begin on the installation of a new FIFA Quality Pro astroturf pitch at The Rock - sponsored by Marbill Coaches. This means that, in addition to our men’s team continuing…
We’re pleased to confirm that work is set to begin on the installation of a new state-of-the-art astroturf pitch at The Rock, sponsored by Marbill Coaches, representing a significant investment in the club’s infrastructure. The project will see the…
Boss Frank McKeown has confirmed that nine players will leave The Rock - Sponsored by Marbill Coaches at the end of their contract. Moving on are Brett Long, Gordon Walker, Adam Livingstone, Mark Durnan, Ally Roy, Jack Duncan, Aaron…
Our women’s side fell to a defeat in their penultimate away match of their SWFL Central-West side yesterday afternoon. View all the details, highlights and match photos on the Dumbarton Women v Bishopton Ladies matchpage The ladies matched the…
All at Dumbarton Football Club are sorry to hear of the passing of devoted Sons fan, Jim Corbett. As a season ticket holder of almost 20 years, he travelled all over, from Inverness to Oswestry, alongside his sons, Matthew…
Congratulations to goalkeeper Aidan Rice who won the Stags Head Player of the Month award for April. The 19-year-old Celtic stopper has made himself a firm fans' favourite at The Rock - Sponsored by Marbill Coaches since joining…
Voting for the April Stags Head Player of the Month award has now opened, with Sons fans choosing between four nominees. Stags Head Player of The Month April 2026 Up for the award this month: Scott Honeyman Ali Omar…
We’ve all called it by this for a while. Now it’s officially its name. From today our home stadium will officially be known as The Rock. Previously called the Dumbarton Football Stadium, our iconic home will officially be renamed…
Congratulations go to all the winners at last night’s Sonstrust Player of the Year night. Hosted at the Marbill Coaches Stadium and organised by Trust volunteers, players and officials from our men’s, women’s and Lowland Development League U20s came…
It's been a rollercoaster season. And we're aiming to mark the final home game at the Marbill Coaches Stadium this campaign with another bumper attendance. We welcome East Kilbride on Saturday, with two special offers available to fans.…
Dumbarton Football Club is delighted to announce that manager Frank McKeown has signed a two year extension to his deal at the Marbill Coaches Stadium. He is joined in committing his future to the club by assistants Stephen Simmons…
A total of 38 players took part in the Dumbarton Football Club Sports Day in glorious conditions on Sunday April 19 at Helensburgh Golf Club, organised by the Helensburgh Black and Gold fans group - raising more than £500…
Tickets for the Sonstrust Player of the Year Night on Saturday are now on sale. Simply visit the Events section of our website for details on how to get yours, or pop in to the stadium during opening…
All at Dumbarton Football Club are sorry to hear of the passing of devoted Sons fan Joe Clarke A long-term supporter and member of a well-known Sons supporting family, Joe will be greatly missed by all and our…
Sons forward Leighton McIntosh has been voted into the PFA Scotland League Two Team of the Season. Leighton has played more minutes than anyone else for us this season, scoring 16 times along the way - the highest…
Dumbarton Football Club is delighted to be entering into a new partnership with Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce for the 2026/27 season. Working together, both organisations aim to create new opportunities for engagement, networking, and growth, while enhancing the benefits available to…
Head over to the Dumbarton FC YouTube channel to hear an update from our Executive Director Cam Watson. Cam looks back on a whirlwind 12 months, and ahead with optimism to the future - after we secured our…
Defender Ali Omar has won the Stags Head Player of the Month award for March. The 26-year-old, who also helped the Somalia National Team make history by reaching AFCON qualifying for the first time, has made himself a…
Kristian Webster has marked a significant milestone in his Sons career after making his 50th appearance against Stirling Albion. The 21-year-old is a regular at the Rock and has spoken of the importance of consistent senior football to his…
Tony Wallace has been presented with a framed shirt after hitting 150 appearances for the Sons. After graduating from our youth system the attacker made his Dumbarton debut back in July 2010, starting at right-back in a 5-1 defeat…
Forward Leighton McIntosh has been named the William Hill League 2 Player of the Month for March. The 33-year-old, who has netted 16 times in the league this season, scored four times in five games during March. Including a…
Gaffer Frank McKeown has been named Scottish League 2 Glen’s Manager of the Month for March. Sons enjoyed an impressive month, with commanding wins against promotion-chasing Spartans and Stranraer. A victory against Annan Athletic, and battling draws with Elgin…
Voting for the December The Stags Head Player of the Month award has now opened, with Sons fans choosing between five nominees. Stags Head Player of The Month March 2026 Up for the award this month: Scott Honeyman Leighton…
Sons defender Ali Omar helped the Somalia National Football Team make history this afternoon, as they secured a place in qualifying for the African Cup of Nations for the very first time. Our number three started both legs…
Eva McInnes scored a hat-trick as our women’s side came from behind to defeat Linlithgow Rose 3-2 at Mountblow. Read the match report and all the details on the Dumbarton Women v Linlithgow Rose Ladies match page.
Tomorrow will see the return of out women's team to SWFL Central-West action as Kenny McInnes and his side welcome Linlithgow Rose to Mountblow. Read the full preview on the Dumbarton Women v Linlithgow Rose Ladies match page.
Our Lowland League under-20s squad are enjoying a stellar year, and now have back-to-back semi-finals to look forward to as they aim to end the campaign with silverware. Tonight (Friday, March 27) the 20s travel to New Bayview…
All at Dumbarton Football Club are sorry to hear of the passing of long-term Sons fan Donnie Blair. Donnie was a well kent face at both Boghead and the The Marbill Coaches Stadium and our thoughts are with…
We are pleased to confirm two new recruits to our women's team ahead of the SWFL Central-West run in. Central defenders Kirstin Breslin and Ellie Vernal have both agreed deals to join up with Kenny McInnes' squad for the…
Most fans will be aware of our new SonsPlayer.com live streams this season, which are then used to provide match highlights on our YouTube channel. Due to SPFL rules we normally have to restrict views to those outside the…
Our women’s team secured back-to-back victories in the SWFL Central-West with a 4-2 victory over Gleniffer Thistle. Read the match report and all the details on the Gleniffer Thistle Ladies v Dumbarton Women match page.
Sons made it six games unbeaten with a 2-1 success against Annan Athletic at The Marbill Coaches Stadium. Quickfire goals from Scott Honeyman and Leighton McIntosh had us 2-0 up just after the hour, with Keith Watson lashing…