PLAYER
PROFILE
Duncan Martin
Arbroath u19s
Duncan Martin has
recently been called up to the
Angus District team, and scored a
tremendous goal against Dundee
which is a great example of the kind
of season he has had so far. Having
played a major role in Arbroath FC
under 15’s great form, Martin is
becoming a promising young talent.
Duncan started his career at
the age of nine with Montrose Vics.
Raith Rovers noticed his potential at
an early age and signed him. Martin
played for Raith Rovers for two and a
half seasons but couldn’t continue to
travel to training. So, he was snapped
up his now current team Arbroath FC
and has now been there for almost
two years.
Martin has had a fantastic season
so far, having scored many goals
and also set up plenty for the team.
Martin said “This season has been
good. I think I have worked hard
and played well, I have scored goals
and had assists and although it isn’t
about the results it’s a great feeling
when you do score.” One of Martin’s
highlights this season was the game
against Kirriemuir. Martin not only
scored a penalty but also scored the
winning goal. “It was probably my
best performance so far in attack and
in defence.”
Arbroath have also been enjoying
their season, as they have had some
terrific results. The team have worked
hard, and have benefited from having
great players in the side like Martin.
“I think the team have been very
competitive and played well together
this season.” The team have had to
face new challenges this season, and
have handled them well. “We have
been up against teams from all over
Scotland who all play differently, so it
has been good but really challenging
at times.”
“
I’ve scored goals and had assists
and
although it
isn’t about
the results,
it’s a great
feeling
when you do
score.
Duncan has continued to improve,
by working hard and by continuing to
work with the coaches at Arbroath.
His development these past few
seasons have shown that he has the
promise to become a brilliant player.
“I think I have improved this
season, and would hope the coaches
would say so too!”
Duncan’s attitude has also been
vital for him improving. “It’s important
to listen to the coaches in order to
continue to develop.”
The future is bright for Duncan
Martin as he continues to play well
at the pro youth level, and hopefully
Arbroath will continue their good
form and have a successful season.
“I’ve always loved and wanted
to play football. I hope to develop
my game further next season and
continue to play at this level.”
Words by Mikey Colville
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