Andy Thomson 1994 - 1998

Started at Jerviston BC from where he joined Queen of the South. Leading scorer in Scottish Division 2 scoring 108 goals in 201 appearances.
Brought by Peter Taylor to Southend in the 1994 close season he had a considerable weight on his shoulders as the fans expected great things. He finished joint leading scorer with 11 goals in 1994/95. Unfortunately injuries + management changes never really saw him get an extended run in the first team, so the potential was never truly fulfilled. He remained a favourite with the majority of the fans + with the noticeable exception of Jerone Boere vs. Fulham, seemed to be appreciated by his team mates.
He very rarely appeared to give less than 100% he seemed to create chances for others with his unselfish running + close control.
It was no surprise that he decided not to sign a new contract when his came to an end in May 1998 + was snapped up by Malcolm Shotton (Oxford's Manager) under the Bosman Ruling in late June.
Shotton described him as "a real goalscorer" + most SUFC fans would wish him well + hope that an injury free period would see his true potential once again realised (except, of course, if Oxford played the Blues).
Andy was always ready to have a chat with the fans + come over as a thoroughly likable bloke.

POSITION: Forward

BORN: Motherwell, 1 Apr 71

SIZE: 5'10", 10st 13lb

TRANSFER FEE: £250,000 (from Queen of the South- 4 Jul 1994).  

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Prepared by Robin Michel
Last updated - 11 Jul 98
Corrections, additions or comments welcome