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David Kirkwood praised his players for holding on to take the win on Saturday.

SAM Mackay's man-of-the-match performance against Forres Mechanics has been hailed by his manager, who declared he is too good to be playing in the Highland League.


Academy's Sam Mackay is presented with the man-of-the-match award by Billy Sutherland, on behalf of the Seaforth Club in Wick. In a David versus Goliath match, the tallest team in the league were toppled by the plucky Caithness club which recorded its eighth win in 12 matches.
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Academy edge Forres in five goal thriller

Wick's Sam Mackay celebrates scoring his first of two goals against Strathspey Thistle on Saturday. Photo: www.jamesgunn.co.uk Harmsworth Park hosted its first game in two months, but it was worth the wait. Despite racing into a 3-0 lead, Wick Academy were left to hang on to pick up its 8th win in 12 games.
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 COVE Rangers edged two points clear at the top of the Highland League on Saturday after a 2-2 draw with Keith at Allan Park...
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Davie Allan, in action, right, will be hoping to add to his tally of 13 goals for Wick this season. KEEPING grounded will be the game plan for Wick Academy when they take on the tallest team in the league.Davie Kirkwood knows his side won't be able to compete in the air against Forres Mechanics
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