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From grassroots to greatness – supporting Milngavie FC Blue U18s

Darren Cairns

29 Aug 20252 min read

At Zappaty, we’re all about building things that last. Whether that’s a secure, reliable way for businesses to share their most important files, or backing something meaningful in the community, we believe in showing up, supporting progress, and sticking together through the journey.

That’s why we’re proud to be a sponsor of Milngavie FC Blue U18s again as they begin the 2025/26 season – their final year of youth football, and one that kicks off with them competing in the top tier in Division A of the Central Scotland FA.

A rise through the divisions

The Milngavie Blue 2008s (now U18s) have gone on an incredible run over the past three seasons, with an amazing 3 back-to-back promotions:

  • 2022/23 – Division D champions, winning the title by a single point
  • 2023/24 – Division C champions, finishing 10 points clear and lifting the Divisional Cup, with a near-miss in the League Cup final (losing out on penalties)
  • 2024/25 – Division B runners-up, just one point off the title, and securing their third straight promotion, plus a trophy win in a tournament in the Netherlands

 

They now start their final youth season in Division A – a fantastic achievement that reflects consistency, team spirit, and real progression.

What makes this story even better is that 14 of the 19 players in the squad played in Division D, and the entire squad is made up of local lads, with the squad being a relatively equal mix of the three main local secondary schools.

Why we’re supporting them

This team’s story resonates with us at Zappaty. It’s about long-term belief, steady progress, constant iterative improvement and surrounding yourself with people who stick with it. That’s how we’re building Zappaty too – through consistency, teamwork, and a drive to do things better.

We’re proud to support a team that reflects our values and our community. Wishing the players, coaches and families a brilliant season ahead.

 

Darren Cairns

29 Aug 20252 min read