Sneckboy

Stuart Armstrong (St Mirren 1-1 Dundee United)

That's an amazing stat! But, sadly, not quite true! In 96/97 on the way to our first promotion, we had 47 points from 22 games. Damn! But having 44 from 22 games in the top-flight is staggering.

Just realised I only included 10 players in the team listed! Missed out Daniel Devine. Mackay Horner Baptie Brown Devine Polworth Wilson Vincent Blackett Sutherland Christie As PerfICT states, it's quite a strong team - probably the strongest we've fielded in the Development League with 6 players with first-team experience. So, yeah, a poor result - although the scorelines aren't of too much significance.

Half-time Inverness 0-0 Aberdeen Mackay Horner Baptie Brown Polworth Wilson Vincent Blackett Sutherland Christie

I suppose only the club can decide if it was a 'success' or not - we can all form our own opinions. All home SPL/Premiership games v St Johnstone average 3,488 All home league games v St Johnstone average 3,442 All home 'non-Saturday' league games v St Johnstone average 3,300 All home midweek evening-kick-off league games v St Johnstone average 3,390 PWYC experiment 3,161 But I wouldn't be taking these figures to an accountant or Dragon's Den claiming it's a successful business model. Edited to correct formatting.

It's actually more frequent than one would imagine! Aside from last night, our most recent 'card-free' game was last month against Partick. There have been 3 other instances this season including back-to-back games against Motherwell and Celtic in August.

We got 3,000 v St Johnstone the last time we played them on a Tuesday night - full fare! And 3,700 on a £20 Friday fixture! Hate to rock-the-boat but I think we should have been looking at higher than tonight's attendance! Great effort from the club - but the apathy around Inverness is apparent. Fantastic win tonight - made a very decent Perth club look decidedly ordinary!

" The men's hot showers were absolutely wonderful "

Oh, I must do my CaleyD thing (re 'small k' in Mckay). Calum Ferguson has one 'ell' (I think)!

He's clearly got something. I'm glad Hughes has intimated that he may be involved at some point this season. I have been 'watching' this tournament - but gave up after the first 2 games when he wasn't involved, However, I know see that he started the 3rd game (of 5 matches) but got hooked at half-time! (then his replacement was on the field for a minute and scored - typical!) It would be good to see him get a game if the circumstances allow.

I agree, bring in Devine ( it's been ages since he's played!) and slot Meekings to right-back. Alternatively, keep our usual pair at the back with Devine at right-back? Less preferred as I seem to remember Devine having a very uncertain game there last season (forgotten the opponents). But I think he's certainly capable at the back. If Watkins is fit, then he should start. Totally agree with your selection, ICTRoughi.

Quite a frost enveloping Inverness - after penetratingly cold overnight temperatures. No sign of any improvement forecast for at least a few days. Currently -6 C on my car's thermometer. (at 10.15am) Any idea what condition the pitch is in? Must be a question mark over this game going ahead? Regardless, as temperatures plunge after dark, it'll be well-below freezing tomorrow night! It's bound to put many folk off attending - despite the offer. As much as I'd like us to 'show up' Dundee United by getting the game on, It's no fun sitting immobile in sub-zero conditions for 2 hours. I hope it's postponed but with the offer still being in place for the re-arranged game.

Angry and annoyed? - absolutely! Although....Arabs' abandonment allows another alcohol assisted afternoon ahead - accompanying aural, airwave, audio action! Aberdeen, Alloa and Ayr all apparently active, although another announcement awaits.... Any alcohol available? Aye Ale, amarettos and absynth!

According to Dundee United, the under soil heating has been on since Thursday morning. As way of appeasement, they've announced that the re-arranged game will be a straight £5 admission for all - but again, that's of little consolation at the moment!

Next game: Wednesday 21 January, 2015 Inverness CT v Aberdeen - Highland Football Academy. 1pm

Aye, commiserations to the fans who've set off to Dundee. Frustrating for everybody, including the players. I've often thought that where one team's travelling significant distance, and there's a question mark over a game going ahead, to err on the side of caution, and postpone the match the night before. But, sometimes that would result in games being off that could have actually been played. Damned if you do...damned if you don't. It's ironic that there's been much talk this week about all-weather pitches! As Kingsmills suggests, it may be no bad thing (the postponement) - it also vindicates Yogi's 'complaint' about the wisdom of the busiest month for clubs being in January! Although, none of that is any consolation for those who've made the trek to the game. At least there's not long until the next match - St Johnstone on Tuesday. Raven's suspension will now be in that game - along with Tansey. A few changes to the usual starting line-up will be needed! Safe journey home to the 'die-hards'.

He's signed for Livingston!

Bryan Gilfillan, has left Peterhead to sign for Airdrieonians.

Cymru

Bajram Fetai has left Denizilspor in Turkey and moved 'home' to Danish club Roskilde. Is that a young Jackie McNamara in the photo?

A wild guess here - is that within the Ness Islands?

I'd somehow missed that about Hereford United folding! Although I don't follow the English game too closely. Jeez. Always sad when a football club goes under. (except Rangers, obviously)

I'm glad you mentioned that as I had no idea how much refs were getting. Current match fees - Premiership £840; Championship £195; League One £150; League Two £150 The proposal 'on the table' for the refs is an increase to £240 for Championship games. As it stands, taking charge of a heated Edinburgh derby pays £195 - but Hamilton v Ross County in front of 2,000 punters (for example) is worth £840!

Yeah! UEFA allow artificial pitches - except for the final. That actually happened a few seasons ago when the Champions League final was played in a stadium in Moscow which had an artificial pitch. It had to be replaced, with a grass pitch for the purpose of one game! Regarding injury statistics, there have been studies done on this and the results seem to be consistent. Generally, injuries were more prevalent on the old style AstroTurf, 1G and 2G pitches, than on grass. But, since the advent of the modern 3G and 4G surfaces, there is no evidence that they cause any more injuries than grass. However, it was noted that there is obviously no data for 'long term' effects on players from always playing on these surfaces. Yet, I'm sure some players find it more physically demanding to play on artificial surfaces and often players nursing ankle, back or knee injuries are often reluctant to play on the perceived harder surface. Interesting times ahead, if the club are indeed looking seriously into this option. I'd be fascinated to hear Dougal's opinion as I remember he was quite 'outspoken' about this earlier this season - hoping Hamilton and Kilmarnock would be relegated!

Andy Barrowman has moved to Dunfermline Athletic after leaving Morton.