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BBC News
5 days ago
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Martindale welcomes 'newest version' of artificial surface
David Martindale says criticism of Livingston's artificial surface has been "unwarranted" but is looking forward to welcoming opponents to a new improved one in the coming West Lothian club's pitch is being upgraded this summer and the Livingston manager points out that it is the "newest version of our surface and Falkirk's", which has received some praise."I know everybody talks about it not being a good surface, but that probably comes from watching and not playing on it," he said of Livingston's has lost captain utility man Jamie Brandon to Kilmarnock but brought in four new players - winger Graham Carey from St Johnstone, defender Shane Blaney from Motherwell, plus forwards Connor McLennan and Zak Rudden from Ayr United and Queen's Park striker Stevie May has signed permanently after last season's loan from St Johnstone."I thought it was important to get as much Premiership experience in as we can," Martindale told BBC Radio Scotland's Sportsound. "They are all boys who have played in the Premiership and I'm giving some of them the opportunity to continue to do that but also giving some of them the chance to get back to the Premiership."Martindale admits his side will be slightly "undercooked" when the season starts with the League Cup group sections because they will be "a week to 10 days" later in starting pre-season because of playing in the Premiership Play-off final. "I've been involved in some big games with Livingston previously, but that tops the lot for me," he said of the victory over Ross County."In the manner of going behind, how we won the game, it was just a great way to end the season. I think it was a really good game of football for the neutral, but I think it was really good for Scottish football in terms of the play-offs - it is one of the formats that work."
The Courier
11-06-2025
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- The Courier
Stevie May becomes FOURTH ex-St Johnstone player signing up for Livingston's Premiership campaign
Livingston's St Johnstone-themed summer recruitment strategy is gathering pace, with the newly-promoted team signing Stevie May on a permanent contract. The Perth great was a regular on loan in the Championship, with his role changing to impact sub towards the end of the campaign. David Martindale saw enough in May, who scored 10 goals in 46 appearances, to persuade him to offer a permanent switch to West Lothian after he was released by Saints last month. That deal means that there will be at least four ex-Saints at Almondvale. Ryan McGowan was one of Livingston's promotion stars, with Graham Carey and Connor McLennan both signing this week. May's legendary status at McDiarmid Park is assured. He inspired Saints to their first Scottish Cup triumph in 2014. Then, in his second spell at the club he was part of the 2021 double-winning squad.
STV News
11-06-2025
- Sport
- STV News
Livingston confirm signing of Stevie May on permanent deal
Livingston have signed Stevie May on a permanent deal as David Martindale continues to build his squad for their Premiership return. The 32-year-old spent last season on loan at Almondvale from St Johnstone. He helped the West Lothian club finish second and secure a top-flight return through the play-offs. May made 45 appearances across all competitions for Livingston and scored ten goals in the campaign just passed. The club confirmed on Wednesday that he has returned on a permanent basis after his contract at recently relegated St Johnstone expired. He joins in Graham Carey in making the switch from Perth to Livi. In a statement posted on social media, the club said: 'Stevie May joins the Lions permanently after a loan spell last year in the Championship. 'The forward is the third player to sign up as he makes the move from St Johnstone. 'Welcome back, Mayzo.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
BBC News
11-06-2025
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May makes Livingston move permanent
Livingston have signed striker Stevie May on a permanent deal following a successful season-long former St Johnstone legend played a pivotal role in Livi bouncing back to the Scottish Premiership at the first time of asking after joining in August 32-year-old missed just one game since signing for David Martindale's side in the Championship last term, grabbing six goals in 37 also scored in four of Livi's five SPFL Trust Trophy games, including in the 5-0 final made 275 top-flight appearances for the Saints and Aberdeen.
The Courier
10-06-2025
- Sport
- The Courier
Graham Carey joins the big ex-St Johnstone contingent at Livingston
Livingston have confirmed the signing of former St Johnstone playmaker, Graham Carey. The 36-year-old was one of 16 players released by Saints following their relegation from the Premiership. And, if Stevie May stays at West Lothian, Livi will have four members of the Perth club's 2022/23 squad on their books. Ryan McGowan was a defensive stalwart for David Martindale as they bounced back to the top-flight through the play-offs. Earlier in the week, Connor McLennan, a Callum Davidson loan recruit at Saints, moved up a division from Ayr United. Livi fans know all about Carey's game-changing ability, with the Irishman's stunning long-range shot denying them a place in last season's Scottish Cup semi-finals. He won't be the only ex-Saint staying in the Premiership next term. Drey Wright, who was offered a new contract, is set to join Dundee.
