Match near Glasgow to honour two players 'taken too early'
The most outstanding player on the day will receive the Steven Convery Man of the Match Award.
The who's of who of past teams will take each other on in memory of Iain who passed away age 60 in 2023 and Steven who died age 52 last November.
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A spokesperson for the event said: 'If there are two names that defined the rivalry between Pollok and Arthurlie in the 90s they had to be Iain Ashcroft and Steven Convery.
'Both of these great players died too soon but have left supporters of these two great clubs with unforgettable memories.
'In the humble surroundings of Dunterlie and Newlandsfield they thrilled and entertained junior football supporters when the game was, arguably, at its peak.
'Iain Ashcroft and Steven Convery were both taken far too early but Sunday isn't a day for tears, it's a day to celebrate the two wonderful men alongside friends with their families, friends and former teammates.'
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Iain, who played for both Arthurlie and Pollok among other clubs such as Albion Rovers and Hamilton Accies, won the Scottish Junior Cup in 1997 with Pollok and coached at Beith Juniors following his playing career.
Iain Ashcroft, middle (Image: Supplied) Steven, meanwhile, was on the scoresheet when Arthurlie beat Pollok 4-0 to lift the Scottish Junior Cup in 1998 and went on to play for Clyde and Hamilton Accies.
Steven Convery (Image: Supplied) Players taking part include Steven's son Daryl Convery, the current Neilston captain, as well as Steven Quigg, Gavin Duncan and Mark McLaughlin who were all part of the 98 Arthurlie cup-winning team.
[[Pollok]], meanwhile, will have Partick Thistle captain Lee Ashcroft in their team, along with [[Pollok]]'s 1997 Cup winners Ian Spittal, Kevin O'Neil, and John Paisley among others.
All money raised on the day will go to Scottish charity Nil By Mouth.
'With Arthurlie recently announcing their plans to move from Dunterlie Park after more than 100 years it's also an opportunity to make a lasting memory at the iconic ground before its gone,' added the spokesperson.
Adult tickets are priced at £5, while children and OAPs are free.
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