From South Africa to Seafield Park: Brothers Breen are keen to impress
Register for free to read more of the latest local news. It's easy and will only take a moment.
As the pursuit for vital points in the Highland League basement battle continues, so does the player recruitment process as Seafield Park.
Brothers Robert and Cameron Breen are the latest pairing to join the fold at the Grantown club, having arrived in the local area along with family – all the way from Cape Town, South Africa.
The sons of coach and former professional footballer Bobby Breen – who coached his boys at hometown club, Camps Bay – Robert and Cameron have been training with the Jags in recent weeks and have "shown up well" according to interim manager Brian Ritchie.
Left-sided defender Robert's past clubs also include Australian National Premier League side SWQ Thunder. The 29-year-old, who also had a spell playing collegiate soccer in the United States, is described as a threat in the air who is expected to bring some aggression to the side.
Younger brother Cameron (19) – a hot prospect who can play in midfield or as a full-back – has also joined the club.
Both are expected to be available for this weekend's game away to Inverurie Locos.
Thistle also this week confirmed the addition of former Nairn County goalkeeper James Kendall, who made his debut against his former club on Saturday.
With the addition of Kendall, Ritchie looks to bring some bravery to the team.
He said: "When I became aware James was available it was a 'no-brainer' to get him on board. He is a keeper I rate massively, with fantastic ability and he is as brave as a lion."
The Jags have also welcomed Aviemore based Rory Mackinnon into the fold.
Ritchie added: "Rory is a local Aviemore lad who has been playing with our community team. I always knew he had the ability to play at Highland League level but due to work commitments he hasn’t had the time.
"This will still be a slight issue but he’s prepared to work hard for his opportunity and make himself available when he can."
