Montrose make second new signing ahead of new season as football scholar Ali Shrive joins from Heriot-Watt University

Montrose have made their second signing ahead of the new season with the capture of football scholar Ali Shrive from Heriot-Watt University.

Shrive, 22, has spent the last five years playing for Heriot-Watt whilst completing his studies in Business Management and a Master’s degree in Investment Management and Finance.

He has also one of the first players to benefit from Heriot-Watt’s football scholarship programme.

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Montrose FC have agreed terms with Ali Shrive from Heriot-Watt University that will see the up-coming talented midfielder join the Links Park side in the summer on a two year.
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The scholarship scheme allows students to continue their studies whilst advancing their career in sport.

Midfielder Shrive has been training with Montrose recently and has agreed a two-year deal.

He will make his move in the summer alongside Falkirk defender Ryan Williamson, who agreed a pre-contract move in January.

“The football scholarship has been amazing,” said Shrive.

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“It has allowed me to continue pursuing a career in finance and fulfil my dreams of becoming pro-footballer.

“I’ve started training with Montrose and the intensity of the sessions has been a huge step up from what I’m used to.

“But I love the challenge and can’t wait for pre-season.”

Ross Campbell: Ali Shrive has earned his place at Montrose

Montrose assistant Ross Campbell added: “Bringing in exciting, fresh young talent is vital for the club.

“Ali certainly falls into that category.

“I know about his ability through his record with Heriot-Watt.

“We believe he can take that form into League One.

“He should be rightly proud to be the first graduate of the University’s new sports scholarship programme to sign a professional contract.

“He has earned his place with us.”