New Albion Rovers kit thanks fans in writing as Rovers Return backers take centre stage on retro kit

New Albion Rovers kit thanks fans in writing as Rovers Return backers take centre stage on retro kit

Albion Rovers have revealed a bespoke new home kit 鈥 featuring the names of those who have backed the club through a tough few months. The Lowland League club launched a Rovers Return fundraiser last season amid financial difficulties and the backers鈥 chosen names adorn the new yellow top, which features a smart red collar, a subtle lined trim and special ARFC-themed cuffs. The club says it is 鈥渁 nod to our past, taking inspiration from our home tops of yesteryear, namely throughout the 1980s.鈥 The new home kit will be worn for the first time when the competitive action gets underway on Saturday, July 26 for the club’s Lowland League opener, the opponents for which will be revealed on Tuesday when the fixtures are released. Albion Rovers director Ben Kearney said: 鈥淚鈥檇 like to thank every backer who has made the Rovers Return a real success. 鈥淭he initiative has helped support the club immensely and the pinnacle of the idea was based around this special home shirt. Thanks also go to the small project group who made the Rovers Return happen, and those other people who have contributed to getting the kit here in plenty of time before the season start. 鈥淔inally, another thanks goes to Iain McLean for his fantastic pictures.鈥 A spokesperson for kit supplier RJM Sports added: 鈥淲e鈥檙e absolutely delighted to continue our partnership with Albion Rovers. “Collaborating on this kit has been a real pleasure 鈥 the design pays tribute to the club鈥檚 proud heritage and incorporating the names of the supporters makes it all the more special. We can鈥檛 wait to see it in action.鈥

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