On Saturday afternoon, it was confirmed by Rangers that another promising young Ger has left the club on loan.
In January, both Andrew Dallas and Robby McCrorie left to join Morton.
Furthermore, just last week, Jordan Houston headed for Aidriedonians.
Now, teenage goalkeeper, Nicky Hogarth, has followed suit.
As confirmed by the Rangers Youth Academy Twitter account, the stopper joins Kilwinning Rangers until the end of the season.
The Buffs participate in the SJFA West Region Premiership, in which they finished fourth, last season.
It’s a lot lower on the league pyramid than the moves for the likes of McCrorie and Houston.
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However, Hogarth is just 17 and the move is a reflection of his age rather than anything else.
Moving away and putting himself out of his comfort zone is likely to be beneficial for his development.
It’s yet more evidence of a clear development plan at the club.
There’s no mollycoddling, or holding talent back.
The aim is to get out there, to test yourself and come back a better player.
Some slightly older players such as a Ryan Hardie and Zak Rudden are clearly benefitting this season and lets hope Hogarth can take advantage, too.
