Bo’ness United are in the final of the Dem Master Demolition cup after an exciting semi final at Camelon Juniors. The BUs can be proud of this performance where back to front, every player did their bit with a skilful, determined display. Camelon were missing some first team regulars but this shouldn’t detract from one of Bo’ness’s best displays of the season.

Bo’ness had most of the play in the first half, though Camelon were dangerous on the break and chances were created at both ends of the park. However it was the BUs who got the first goal in 32 minutes when Scott Brown finished off a good move, sweeping the ball past David Hardie from close in.  

Camelon could have equalised right away when Martin Mooney crossed into the Bo’ness box but Steven Ballantine just failed to connect with the ball.

In the second half, Bo’ness continued to enjoy the greater possession but Camelon were not out of it, though when they did get forward they came up against a solid BU defence.  Camelon were working hard to get back into the tie but their cause was not helped when with fifteen minutes remaining ex BU Jamie Winning was carried off with what looked like a serious injury.

The hold up did not change the pattern of the game and Bo’ness continued to push forward and their efforts were finally rewarded with a second goal in 87 minutes. Another attacking move and Jon Mitchell played in Scott Mauchline who shot low into the net from twelve yards.

The tie looked safe and after a brief rally by Camelon, Bo’ness continued to push forward and were still on the attack when the referee blew the final whistle, after an extensive period of time added on.

Bo’ness don’t win very often at Carmuirs Park but this was a well deserved victory for a team that is playing with a spirit and will to win that is bringing the smiles back to the faces of the BU faithful.