Rory Whittaker

[Vault Boy]

Hibernian's youngest ever player. Congratulations to him and his family, the boy done good! :thumbsup:

[HIBERNIAN-0762]

Take a bow young man, a star of the future

[surreyhibbie]

Well done young man.

looking forward to many more ! :thumbsup:

[Donegal Hibby]

Thought he played well and was unfortunate not to get a goal on his debut . Certainly wasn't afraid to get stuck in either .
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/article/rory-whittaker-becomes-youngest-ever-hibs-player

[Bridge hibs]

Brilliant, well done the young lad

[Northernhibee]

Lewis Stevenson was playing for Hibs about two years before this lad was even born. Hopefully he can emulate him.

[cam75]

Is he stephens son ?

[BoomtownHibees]

Is he stephens son ?

No

[hibee316]

I taught him at Primary School... that was only 4 years ago!

[Pretty Boy]

Was very keen to get involved and had a few nice touches. His wee back heel to Newell was class and deserved an assist. Didn't do much wrong when he was denied a debut goal either.

Hopefully we manager him smartly. Heartening to see a manager trust a young lad and give him meaningful minutes in a big game.

[Mark05]

I didn't know he was do young,Great to see a young player do well, shame he never scored that would have been the icing on the cake for him

[Stuarty1875]

Done well. Congratulations :flag:

Also pleased to see a manager give a young player some proper minutes rather than a token minute before full time.

[Pagan Hibernia]

Well done Rory!

Great to see a manager giving the kids a chance

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

I taught him at Primary School... that was only 4 years ago!

Trying to do the Primary school maths on this one.

[B.H.F.C]

Was very keen to get involved and had a few nice touches. His wee back heel to Newell was class and deserved an assist. Didn't do much wrong when he was denied a debut goal either.

Hopefully we manager him smartly. Heartening to see a manager trust a young lad and give him meaningful minutes in a big game.

Said that at the game, he was ready to come on at 1-0.

Shows that Montgomery means what he says.

[bingo70]

Trying to do the Primary school maths on this one.

That’s what I was thinking. My boys 10 and in primary 6, would Whittaker of been in primary school at 12?

Was he kept back? 😂

[LewysGot2]

That’s what I was thinking. My boys 10 and in primary 6, would Whittaker of been in primary school at 12?

Was he kept back? 😂

Yes, most kids born between January and June turns 12 in P7?

[I'm_cabbaged]

That’s what I was thinking. My boys 10 and in primary 6, would Whittaker of been in primary school at 12?

Was he kept back? 😂

Hey just turned 16, so would’ve been in primary before the summer 😉

[MrSmith]

I'm so pleased for Rory and it great having a manager who will play our youngsters! I've a really good feeling about Hibs right now.:flag:

[Hibees1973]

He must be buzzing tonight.

Really good to see him come on and contribute.

[Onion]

Hibernian's youngest ever player. Congratulations to him and his family, the boy done good! :thumbsup:

Heard that on the radio on way home. What an amazing experience and privilege for the young guy.

Can you imagine what his day would have been like if he'd just lifted that shot a bit ? Hope he has a bright future.

[The Modfather]

Refreshing to have a manager who actually will give youngsters a chance. Thought he didn’t look out of place either.

[blackpoolhibs]

My first thoughts when i saw him where he looks the same size as the rest of the players on the pitch, normally they look like small boys.

Didnt look out of place and nearly scored.

Well done.:top marks

[Ozyhibby]

I know him and he’s one of the hardest working kids going. Really hope he makes it. Hibs supporter as well.


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[jacomo]

I know him and he’s one of the hardest working kids going. Really hope he makes it. Hibs supporter as well.


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:aok:

[oneone73]

I know him and he’s one of the hardest working kids going. Really hope he makes it. Hibs supporter as well.


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Great to hear

[Roxyhibee]

Well done Rory, part of Hibs history now and you did yourself and the club proud today.

[Paulie Walnuts]

Done very well. Looked a hell of a lot more comfortable than most youngsters do when they break through.

[Carheenlea]

I know him and he’s one of the hardest working kids going. Really hope he makes it. Hibs supporter as well.


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Living the dream.

Always great to see youngsters given a chance and he showed more than enough to suggest he’ll feature more as we go on.
Good experience to get the debut out the way and not look out of place. And to go into the record books as our youngest ever player is a great claim to have.

[CL0762]

Felt gutted for him that his chance never went in. Would’ve capped off what must be an incredible day for him and his family.

I see his Dad (I think) tweeting a lot about him and only 3 weeks ago was saying about how it was great for him that he was starting for the dev squad, now he’s made his first team debut.

[bingo70]

https://x.com/hibernianfc/status/1705629422500356569?s=46&t=VghJuoU_bl8ISs-zf5CmHg

Really interesting that he got the chance initially because of how well he played against Rangers last Monday.

I didn’t realise he was a right back, I thought he looked comfortable in the attacking position. Could see him earning Hibs a lot of money one day soon.

[21.05.2016]

Well done young man! Keep working hard and more chances will come along!

[TT07]

Was very keen to get involved and had a few nice touches. His wee back heel to Newell was class and deserved an assist. Didn't do much wrong when he was denied a debut goal either.

Hopefully we manager him smartly. Heartening to see a manager trust a young lad and give him meaningful minutes in a big game.

He was also encouraging his more experienced players to press up the park. Obviously trying to implement the managers tactics. Great to see that and I look forward to seeing him playing a lot more. With Megwa out on loan he may see some action in his normal position.

[He's here!]

That’s what I was thinking. My boys 10 and in primary 6, would Whittaker of been in primary school at 12?

Was he kept back? 😂

12 is the average age at which kids leave primary.

[1875Sean]

Where did he play when he came on?

[Billy Whizz]

I know him and he’s one of the hardest working kids going. Really hope he makes it. Hibs supporter as well.


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Is he a local lad

[bingo70]

Where did he play when he came on?

Right wing.

[Billy Whizz]

Right wing.

Listed as a midfielder
https://www.scottishfa.co.uk/players/?pid=339644&lid=17

[Juice-Terry]

I know him and he’s one of the hardest working kids going. Really hope he makes it. Hibs supporter as well.
Brilliant. Well done Rory! GGTTH!

[mayo hibee]

What's his contract situation - are we able to sign him on a long term contract at 16?

[bingo70]

Listed as a midfielder
https://www.scottishfa.co.uk/players/?pid=339644&lid=17

Montgomery said in his post match interview he’s a right back but Miller was doing well defending crosses so it made sense to leave him there and push Whittaker forward.

[Tambo]

Fans in the east loved his efforts today, enjoy your orange juice tonight 😁

[Billy Whizz]

Montgomery said in his post match interview he’s a right back but Miller was doing well defending crosses so it made sense to leave him there and push Whittaker forward.

He’s probably one of these players who can play a few positions
He had no hesitation in getting in the Saints box

[tamig]

Montgomery said in his post match interview he’s a right back but Miller was doing well defending crosses so it made sense to leave him there and push Whittaker forward.

I googled him before the game and saw he was a right-back but when I saw him during the game I found it hard to believe he wasn’t an attacking player. He looked a natural further forward. Great effort from the young guy and gutted he didn’t get his goal that would’ve made his debut a fairy tale.

[Benny Brazil]

What's his contract situation - are we able to sign him on a long term contract at 16?

Just signed his first contract when he turned 16 would think it would be a 2yr deal

[JammyDoidger]

Never even heard of the boy, but absolutely buzzing for him. Tell you what if every player that pulled on the Hibs jersey, showed the same effort and commitment as this lad they'd get our backing. Some set of stones on the laddie. Shame he didn't finish his chance but superb debut. All credit to Monty for bringing him on, he was going to do that at 1-0, again some set of stones. Won't always work out, but on this occasion, great to see.

[Up-the-slope]

I'm loving the fact that before today I knew nothing about this Laddie... nothing better than a youngster out of left field making an unexpected impact.

Really healthy for Club and must be a boost to all on the fringes of team or even in the younger squads to work hard and know they will get a chance.

I'm now excited as to what coaching team can do with Melkerson when he gets back in Jan and a few others of the loanees who are out

[7Hero]

Can't believe hes a full back !

[Iain G]

Great respect shown from Hibs to give him his debut in the week his Uncle Roger passed.

[Ozyhibby]

Is he a local lad

Yes, Broughton high and played for Spartans.[emoji106]


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[Unseen work]

Brilliant achievement and done well when he came on.

Looks some size of lad for 16!

Also can’t believe Montgomery said he’s actually a right back

[SHODAN]

I was sixteen when we was born. To think he was a day old when we all watched Hibs come from two down to beat Gretna 4-2 in the 07-08 opener.

Mad.

[Hibee Mac]

Class to see a youngster come on and make a good impact, was involved in loads going forward which is great to see.

Showed loads of desire and very unlucky with his wee back heel that just didn't quite come off, could have been a goal of the season contender that!

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[Squealing pig]

Great debut , we’ll done young man

[HoboHarry]

I was sixteen when we was born. To think he was a day old when we all watched Hibs come from two down to beat Gretna 4-2 in the 07-08 opener.

Mad.
Pffffffftttt, youngster. I was 44. :greengrin

[TrumpIsAPeado]

Did everything right in front of goal and was very unfortunate not to get on the score sheet. Looks a very promising prospect.

[DaveF]

I'm happy that he didn't score - imagine the pressure put on him if he did?

Great debut though and he looked ready for it.

[Northernhibee]

What an additional boost this is to morale to see a talented youngster like Whittaker get the chance to show what he has.

I can imagine a lot of players in the youth setup must be looking at that and thinking "if I put everything into training, maybe I'll get a shot too".

I'm properly, properly buzzing about Monty after today.

[Billy McKirdy]

This is interesting, I have an AI app on my phone and I asked the app to tell me who was the youngest player to play in the first team for Hibs.
This is the response I got


As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, the youngest player to have made a competitive appearance for Hibernian is Callum Yeats. Callum Yeats made his debut for Hibernian's first team at the age of 16 years and 17 days old. He achieved this feat on August 1, 2021, when he came on as a substitute in a Scottish League Cup match against Forfar Athletic.

Please note that player records can change over time, and there may have been younger players who have made their debuts for Hibernian since my last update. It's always a good idea to refer to reliable sources for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Does that invalidate Rory’s claim?

[mcohibs]

This is interesting, I have an AI app on my phone and I asked the app to tell me who was the youngest player to play in the first team for Hibs.
This is the response I got


As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, the youngest player to have made a competitive appearance for Hibernian is Callum Yeats. Callum Yeats made his debut for Hibernian's first team at the age of 16 years and 17 days old. He achieved this feat on August 1, 2021, when he came on as a substitute in a Scottish League Cup match against Forfar Athletic.

Please note that player records can change over time, and there may have been younger players who have made their debuts for Hibernian since my last update. It's always a good idea to refer to reliable sources for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Does that invalidate Rory’s claim?

I believe the record relates to youngest to play in league competition, but it seems it’s being misrepresented as ‘youngest ever player.’ Hibs post about it certainly made reference to league competition.

[Hibbyradge]

This is interesting, I have an AI app on my phone and I asked the app to tell me who was the youngest player to play in the first team for Hibs.
This is the response I got


As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, the youngest player to have made a competitive appearance for Hibernian is Callum Yeats. Callum Yeats made his debut for Hibernian's first team at the age of 16 years and 17 days old. He achieved this feat on August 1, 2021, when he came on as a substitute in a Scottish League Cup match against Forfar Athletic.

Please note that player records can change over time, and there may have been younger players who have made their debuts for Hibernian since my last update. It's always a good idea to refer to reliable sources for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Does that invalidate Rory’s claim?

It would do if it was true. But it's not.

Callum wasn't with us in August 2021 and we didn't play Forfar on 1 August. We played Motherwell away that day and won 3-2.

[tamig]

It would do if it was true. But it's not.

Callum wasn't with us in August 2021 and we didn't play Forfar on 1 August. We played Motherwell away that day and won 3-2.

It does indeed appear to be artificial intelligence. We played Forfar in the League Cup in 2020 and the boy wasn’t even in the squad. Who knows where its pulling that stuff from?

[A Hi-Bee]

It does indeed appear to be artificial intelligence. We played Forfar in the League Cup in 2020 and the boy wasn’t even in the squad. Who knows where its pulling that stuff from?

Just goes to show you cannie trust AI, trust it even less than the bbc sportscene.

[Northernhibee]

Rory Whittaker was born in the year we last won the league cup.

Not even manager/assistant manager/head coach/assistant head coach Frankie McAvoy was born when Hearts last won it.

[Donegal Hibby]

Rory Whittaker reflects on record breaking debut .
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/article/whittaker-reflects-on-record-breaking-debut

[Pagan Hibernia]

Rory Whittaker was born in the year we last won the league cup.

Not even manager/assistant manager/head coach/assistant head coach Frankie McAvoy was born when Hearts last won it.

That is mad. 2007 doesn't really seem that long ago to me and now we have a kid in our first team born that year

[MrSmith]

Is he Steven Whittaker's lad?

[tamig]

Is he Steven Whittaker's lad?

No. No relation.

[MrSmith]

No. No relation.

Cheers for that :D thought he looked a little like SW.

[JohnM1875]

No. No relation.

No relation? Hibs Instagram has a lot to answer for then! Haha. Posted a picture of Rory signing a contract as a wee laddie beside Steven and Paul Hanlon.

[Billy Whizz]

Is he Steven Whittaker's lad?

No, but his lad is in the Hibs Academy

[MrSmith]

No, but his lad is in the Hibs Academy

I thought so, Cheers :flag:

[lyonhibs]

I was sixteen when we was born. To think he was a day old when we all watched Hibs come from two down to beat Gretna 4-2 in the 07-08 opener.

Mad.

Did Yantorno or Zemmama score a free kick that day?

If so, I'm too old so I'm off to have a cry

[CallumLaidlaw]

Did Yantorno or Zemmama score a free kick that day?

If so, I'm too old so I'm off to have a cry

Zemmama. I was in hospitality that day. Zemmama stepped up to take the free kick and I moaned to my mate that it was pointless as he was poor at free kicks…..


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[Rumble de Thump]

No relation? Hibs Instagram has a lot to answer for then! Haha. Posted a picture of Rory signing a contract as a wee laddie beside Steven and Paul Hanlon.

Rory is Paul Hanlon's uncle.

[easty]

Is he Steven Whittaker's lad?

His dad works at the Uni, was just speaking to him about his laddies debut.

[BILLYHIBS]

He was a ball boy versus Luzern

Sends a message out to the other Academy members

Well played son

[lyonhibs]

Zemmama. I was in hospitality that day. Zemmama stepped up to take the free kick and I moaned to my mate that it was pointless as he was poor at free kicks…..


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Yup, it's the one I'm thinking of. Oddly, said something almost identical to my mate when I saw him line it up :faf:

And I was doubly right - Yantorno scored a free kick for Gretna :greengrin http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/scot_prem/6939925.stm

[lyonhibs]

Rory is Paul Hanlon's uncle.

So you're saying that Paul Hanlon's mum or dad is the much, much, much older sister or brother of Rory Whittaker??? :dizzy:

I suspect it's the reverse surely - Hanlon is Rory Whittaker's Uncle??

[Conj]

Yup, it's the one I'm thinking of. Oddly, said something almost identical to my mate when I saw him line it up :faf:

And I was doubly right - Yantorno scored a free kick for Gretna :greengrin http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/scot_prem/6939925.stm

I am still convinced that if Alan O’Brien had scored in the first minute of that game, his entire Hibs career would have been totally different, his confidence would have been lifted from scoring with pretty much his first touch at Easter Road and he really would have taken off as a result.

[Smartie]

Yup, it's the one I'm thinking of. Oddly, said something almost identical to my mate when I saw him line it up :faf:

And I was doubly right - Yantorno scored a free kick for Gretna :greengrin http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/scot_prem/6939925.stm

:greengrin

I definitely remember that as well, I think Zemamma had got to the point that there were a few thousand moaning and making that point at the same time, then he scored that cracker.

[WeeRussell]

So you're saying that Paul Hanlon's mum or dad is the much, much, much older sister or brother of Rory Whittaker??? :dizzy:

I suspect it's the reverse surely - Hanlon is Rory Whittaker's Uncle??

I assumed it was a joke rather than a typo.

Brilliant for the lad. I remember being that age and dreaming of playing for Hibs more than anything else, he’ll still be on cloud 9 today.

If only his effort had went in to top it off perfectly. It almost set-up Doidge for another goal as well as the rebound was a sitter.

[lyonhibs]

I assumed it was a joke rather than a typo.

Brilliant for the lad. I remember being that age and dreaming of playing for Hibs more than anything else, he’ll still be on cloud 9 today.

If only his effort had went in to top it off perfectly. It almost set-up Doidge for another goal as well as the rebound was a sitter.

That's also an option :greengrin

Laddie doesn't look out of place physically at first glance either, not a little waif that needs feeding up on the classic Guinness and chicken diet.

[GreenNWhiteArmy]

Penned a new 3 year deal

Some week the lad is having. Kick on young man

[cabbageandribs1875]

We are delighted to announce that Rory Whittaker has signed a new deal with Hibernian FC! https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tcc/1/16/1f4dd.pnghttps://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/taf/1/16/26bd.png

The 16-year-old right-back has put pen-to-paper on a three-year deal.

The youngster made history in our 2-0 win over St Johnstone becoming the youngest player to make his First Team debut for the Club.

Aged just 16 years and 44 days, he is also fourth on the all-time record list of youngest players to feature in the Scottish top-flight.

Whittaker became part of Hibs’ pre-Academy playing at Under-10s, whilst still playing for Spartans, before signing his first registration with the Club at Under-11 level.

The born and bred Hibee has impressed in the Club’s Academy ever since, rising through the Club’s youth ranks, and going on to represent his country – Scotland – at Under-16 and Under-17 level.

On Whittaker’s new deal, Academy Director Gareth Evans commented: “First and foremost, Rory’s contract extension is very well deserved. Throughout his years in the Academy, he’s worked hard to give himself the best possible chance of succeeding.

“We were delighted to see him make his debut, and make history with Hibs, but making your debut as a young player is always the easier part. For him now, the challenge is to keep working hard and pushing himself to try and earn another chance.

“He has to stay humble and keep working with the same determination and desire to ensure he meets his potential.

“The opportunity that Rory received also shows that the Head Coach is willing to give young players a chance, which is really encouraging for the Academy. Our young players know that if they work hard, continue to develop, and impress, then they may be given that opportunity.”

[SHODAN]

Did Yantorno or Zemmama score a free kick that day?

If so, I'm too old so I'm off to have a cry

Both.

Yantorno free kick, Ma-Kalambay at fault (0-1)
McMenamin scores second shortly into second half (0-2)
Zemmama scores cut-back from Benji who is annoyed cause it might have been going in (1-2)
Fletcher (?) equalises, I think (2-2)
Zemmama amazing free-kick (3-2)
McCann scores late on from long range (4-2)

One of my first ever games so completely burned into my brain. Typed out completely from memory.

[tamig]

No relation? Hibs Instagram has a lot to answer for then! Haha. Posted a picture of Rory signing a contract as a wee laddie beside Steven and Paul Hanlon.

That was because Steven had just re-signed for Hibs when Rory signed his boy’s contract - or whatever it was called. Still no relation. Only namesakes.

[Unseen work]

Was getting alot of praise on open goal this week from Kevin Thomson.

Said he was aware of him from other age group and had a lot of quality and the swagger to go with it.

Says he’s a modern day full back similar to Nathan Patterson, Alan Hutton and Steven Whittikar

[SHODAN]

No, but his lad is in the Hibs Academy

Hopefully he isn't called Rory too!

[ancient hibee]

Was getting alot of praise on open goal this week from Kevin Thomson.

Said he was aware of him from other age group and had a lot of quality and the swagger to go with it.

Says he’s a modern day full back similar to Nathan Patterson, Alan Hutton and Steven Whittikar

Can’t be like them until he’s been sold by Rangers.

[The Veteran]

Rory's on fire!!! :agree:

[hibby rae]

Was getting alot of praise on open goal this week from Kevin Thomson.

Said he was aware of him from other age group and had a lot of quality and the swagger to go with it.

Says he’s a modern day full back similar to Nathan Patterson, Alan Hutton and Steven Whittikar

Interesting he only picked ex-**** there and not players like Tierney, Robertson, or Hickey 😂

[Gmack7]

Interesting he only picked ex-**** there and not players like Tierney, Robertson, or Hickey 😂

Maybe he just picked predominantly right backs, not a bad compliment to be honest

[Northernhibee]

What a fairytale for the lad. Starting games, playing his part in a run of good results, and sixteen years old. Started the season as a ball boy at the Luzern game.

Highly impressive.

[SON OF PADDY]

It's fantastic to see such a young lad, given the opportunity to play in the first team.
And let's be honest,he's there on merit!

[Since452]

I was really impressed with him yesterday. Thought he had a great game. Looked mature way beyond his years. Intelligent on the ball.

[Donegal Hibby]

I was really impressed with him yesterday. Thought he had a great game. Looked mature way beyond his years. Intelligent on the ball.

I've been impressed with him too though yesterday I didn't think he had a good game . Livvy seemed to be getting a lot of joy on that side of the pitch . Taking into account the pitch , weather and his age though probably unfair to judge him on that game . Certainly looks like a very good prospect though 👍

[BILLYHIBS]

He’s doing just fine

[Unseen work]

At times I get frustrated with him, and I mean that as a compliment.

I get frustrated at times because I completely forget he’s not long turned 16. He’s mature well beyond his years to the point I now just consider him a first team player and view his performance as I would any other player. Also when I say frustrated it’s small things like I wish he done a different pass etc, nothing mental and something everyone in the first team will do.

If he was out of his depth due to his age and not being ready I wouldn’t be frustrated and more just think he’s not ready, it’s a shame get him back in development football - I’ve not thought that once with Whittaker.

He’s athletic, aggressive, confident, composure and very good on the ball.

We’ve got a real player on our hands imo, if he’s putting in performances at this age I can only imagine where he’ll be in a couple of years if he keeps going the way he is.

Seems to have a great attitude.

Also that game yesterday was absolutely horrible for everyone on the pitch. For him to put in a performance like that and be part of a back 4 against Livi on that pitch and in those conditions when they probably thought target the young boy is a huge credit to him.

Keep up the fantastic work, Rory.

[BILLYHIBS]

At times I get frustrated with him, and I mean that as a compliment.

I get frustrated at times because I completely forget he’s not long turned 16. He’s mature well beyond his years to the point I now just consider him a first team player and view his performance as I would any other player. Also when I say frustrated it’s small things like I wish he done a different pass etc, nothing mental and something everyone in the first team will do.

If he was out of his depth due to his age and not being ready I wouldn’t be frustrated and more just think he’s not ready, it’s a shame get him back in development football - I’ve not thought that once with Whittaker.

He’s athletic, aggressive, confident, composure and very good on the ball.

We’ve got a real player on our hands imo, if he’s putting in performances at this age I can only imagine where he’ll be in a couple of years if he keeps going the way he is.

Seems to have a great attitude.

Also that game yesterday was absolutely horrible for everyone on the pitch. For him to put in a performance like that and be part of a back 4 against Livi on that pitch and in those conditions when they probably thought target the young boy is a huge credit to him.

Keep up the fantastic work, Rory.

Reminds me of a young John Brownlie the way he drives forward up the wing but not afraid to put in a tackle and do his defensive duties

I don’t think his age even enters his mind and why should it ?

He just gets on with it once he adjusts to the pace but that only takes a few minutes

Has the same gangling gaity run as Onion

Outstanding prospect

[JimBHibees]

Kid has done brilliantly good on the ball and great attitude

[Since452]

He did very well for our goal that was disallowed. Great celebration too. Laddie is living the dream.

[offshorehibby]

Great to see the young lad coming where does this leave the likes of Megwa. had a couple of decent outings at RB, although by people that know he's better at CH.

He's played practically every game since moving to Airdrie although he's been playing on the right side of midfield lately.

[Carheenlea]

After the three fouls conceded early in game he was in dangerous territory of looking like picking up an early booking which is a hindrance to defenders, but he took it in his stride and it was an achievement of sorts to then last the 80 mins without picking up a yellow before his substitution.

[Hibee Daft]

I was really impressed how he handled himself in the Livingston game, its clear they wanted to target him because hes so young.

Thought he played well despite getting targeted along with dealing with the conditions of the game.

That wet and slippy plastic pitch did not look easy to play on

[B.H.F.C]

Great to see the young lad coming where does this leave the likes of Megwa. had a couple of decent outings at RB, although by people that know he's better at CH.

He's played practically every game since moving to Airdrie although he's been playing on the right side of midfield lately.

Whittaker getting the opportunity as he’s at the club but, from what I’ve seen of both, Megwa would be ahead of him for me.

I think it’s been a bit of a struggle for Whittaker in his starts in the last week. Just a physical thing as much as anything because he’s a 16 year old kid playing against men. He’s pretty calm on the ball and doesn’t look phased but there have been a hell of a lot of crosses coming in from his side.

Be an interesting one to see what we do with him going forward. He’s getting an opportunity just now out of necessity, and a lot earlier than anyone would have thought, so wondering if he might end up out on loan next year.

[Pretty Boy]

I like his attitude.

He makes mistakes but he doesn't go into his shell and hide. He's right back at it, showing for the ball and getting stuck in. I think you have either got that in you or you don't and it's a great attribute for him to have.

I don't think it's a bad thing that Megwa is doing well on loan at Airdrie whilst Whittaker is doing fine here. It's a nice problem to have going into next season and means we aren't heaping a whole load of pressure on a returning Chris Cadden. It also means as and when one or both of the young lads need a wee break and taken out the firing line then the option is there to do it.

[Rumble de Thump]

Great to see the young lad coming where does this leave the likes of Megwa. had a couple of decent outings at RB, although by people that know he's better at CH.

He's played practically every game since moving to Airdrie although he's been playing on the right side of midfield lately.

Megwa has been getting played all over the place at Airdrieonians. He was at left back in the last game, defensive midfield the game before that, right side of midfield before that, left wing back before that, right back before that etc.

[greenlex]

Megwa has been getting played all over the place at Airdrionians. He was at left back in the last game, defensive midfield the game before that, right side of midfield before that, left wing back before that, right back before that etc.

Also MOTM last game.

[Centre Hawf]

I'd like to see Megwa come back in January just to provide us a bit more cover, and I think it's now time in his development to see what he has after impressing in the Championship.

Not suggesting Rory deserves to be taken out the team by any stretch as the laddie has done really well for his age, but at 16 there's still plenty of time to grow and learn and that last thing you want is to burn him out too early.

[whiskyhibby]

Reminds me of a young John Brownlie the way he drives forward up the wing but not afraid to put in a tackle and do his defensive duties

I don’t think his age even enters his mind and why should it ?

He just gets on with it once he adjusts to the pace but that only takes a few minutes

Has the same gangling gaity run as Onion

Outstanding prospect


if he ends up as half the player John Brownlie was, then he has a great future in the game……well done Rory

[JimBHibees]

if he ends up as half the player John Brownlie was, then he has a great future in the game……well done Rory

What a player John was. Obviously a shame he got that broken leg but such quality and drive

[BILLYHIBS]

What a player John was. Obviously a shame he got that broken leg but such quality and drive

Best right back I have seen at Hibs

Probably the best in Europe at his peak

Better than McGrain and Jardine imho

[BSEJVT]

Best right back I have seen at Hibs

Probably the best in Europe at his peak

Better than McGrain and Jardine imho

Agree 100%

Far far better than both McGrain & Jardine

Much more of a goal threat than them also