St Mirren made their fourth signing of the January transfer window yesterday with the completion of the deal to bring in Josh Todd.

The 22 year-old joins Craig Storie, Rory Loy and Pål Fjelde in joining the Buddies in 2017 after leaving fellow Ladbrokes Championship side Dumbarton at the start of the month.

The midfielder spoke to stmirren.com after completing 90 minutes in the St Mirren U20's SPFL Development League match against Aberdeen at the Paisley 2021 Stadium last night.

He confessed that moving from part-time to full-time football was a huge lure for him and he's happy to finally have the deal over the line.

I'm relieved because it's taken a few days," he said. "I'd have liked to have been involved at the weekend against Dunfermline if I was chosen. But it's good to have gotten 90 minutes and I'm going to be onboard and giving my all until the end of the season. 

"I'm really excited," he continued. "It's been one of my goals for a few years [to go full-time] and St Mirren's a massive club. I just want to do all I can to help the club and going from part-time to full-time was a big part of the decision."

The Englishman spent several years at Annan before joining Dumbarton in July 2016. He believes his experience with the Sons in this division will stand him in good stead as the rest of the season unfolds.

I've played a lot of games in my time at Dumbarton. I'm a bit older now, I've got a bit more maturity and I've picked up around 20 league appearances and hopefully that can help my hit the ground running and start enjoying my football. 

"I'm quite a fit boy and I like to run in behind and he [Jack Ross] wanted a few players who could stretch the game. He had a look at me in training and said I was the type that he could see long term at the club with my age. I'm going to give it my all and I'm just glad to be onboard. Full-time football is my goal and I'm not going to rest on my laurels. 

"I've been in training and I can tell by the way we train that the boys are more than capable." 

The St Mirren U20s lost a goal in injury time to lose in their first match since the mini winter break. 

The Young Buds hosted Aberdeen's U20s in the SPFL Development League at the Paisley 2021 Stadium last night and it was the visitors who opened the scoring on 14 minutes when Connor McLennan broke through on goal and lobbed Christopher Henry in the Saints goal. 

Saints were level 20 minutes later through Cameron MacPherson. The midfielder ghosted in at the back post to volley home David Clarkson's cross to equaliser.

And the Young Buds were ahead minutes before half time when Conor McBrearty reacted the quickest to poke the ball beyond Dons goalkeeper Robbie Mutch to give Saints a lead going into the break.  

Aberdeen equalised around the hour mark when Seb Ross followed the ball into the net after a save from Henry fell at his feet. 

Both sides had chances to win it, with new signings Josh Todd and Pål Fjelde going close as time ticked down.

Just as the match looked to be heading for a draw, David Dangana popped up in the 92nd minute to head home for the visitors and seal a dramatic 3-2 win. 

Match gallery pictures by John Millar - © millarpictures

St Mirren Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Josh Todd until the end of the season with a years option.

The Englishman joins the Buddies after leaving fellow Ladbrokes Championship side Dumbarton earlier this month. 

The 22 year-old, who made 27 appearances for the Sons, told stmirren.com: "I'm really excited. It's been one of my goals for a few years [to go full time] and St Mirren's a massive club. I'm looking to excel personally and as part of the team." 

We'll have more from Josh on stmirren.com tomorrow. 

Gary MacKenzie believes he could've scored a hat-trick for Saints on Saturday but admitted he felt a draw was probably the right result in the end.

The Buddies halted in-form Dunfermline with a 1-1 draw at East End Park on Saturday after the defender's second half header gained the visitors a point against a Pars side that had won both their matches in 2017. 

Speaking to stmirren.com after the match, MacKenzie felt like the team put everything into the match but accepted that a point was right for both sides.

I think a point is a fair reflection," he said. "I'm not saying that we are happy with it. We felt we could come here and get the win. But the way the game went I think probably a draw was a fair result.

"It was a bit end-to-end in the second half and we had to commit bodies which left the game a bit open. But you could see there was a desire to go and try to get the three points. I think all-in-all to come away from home and pick up a point at a team that are doing well just now is positive.

"It was important that we showed a response, a will to win and a desire to compete and try to outwork the other team. Players gave everything and they're in a good run of form.

"We said we had to go out and leave nothing out there and I think we did that. The pitch was heavy and bobbly so it wasn't nice football but you need to play the conditions and we done it.

"We could've won the game, but equally they could've nicked something so I think it was important we took something and look at the positives."

MacKenzie's equaliser came just a minute into the second half and was his second goal in three matches after scoring against Morton on Hogmanay. The 30 year-old believes that he could have scored more goals this season and that he and his teammates all have a duty to get on the scoresheet.

It's good to score goals," he continued. "A few weeks ago I was having a bit of banter with the gaffer and James Fowler about it. Nine times out of ten the other team's main aerial threat will pick me up so I was a bit of a decoy to take them out of the way to allow other people the chance which I wasn't happy about because I fancy myself to beat anybody.

"I reckon I could have been on near double figures throughout the course of the season and I could've had three goals today. But it's good to pitch in with goals and I think everybody has to pitch in with goals."

After the mini winter break, the St Mirren Under-20 side are back in action tonight when they play host to their counterparts from Aberdeen.

The SPFL Development League encounter between the young Buddies and Dons will take place at the Paisley 2021 Stadium and will kick-off at 6:00pm.

For more news on the SPFL Development League please click HERE.

The St Mirren Fans Council in conjunction with the St Mirren Youth Academy are hosting a golf day to raise funds for youth development at the club.

Join us for a great day out on Wednesday 5th April 2017 at Erskine Golf Club and spend time with Directors and players (past and present) from St Mirren Football club.

The day will consist of:

* 8:30am: Hot roll, tea/coffee upon arrival and meet/greet players and staff.

* 9:00am: Enjoy the live draw for each 3 ball to pair up with St Mirren FC rep.

* 10:00am: Shotgun start, Team Stable format, 3 qtrs of handicap, off yellow tees

* Sit down to 2 course meal, main course and dessert followed by tea and coffee.

* Photo opportunities with players and staff from the club.

All of the above for only £75 per person and we require entries of teams of 3 by e-mail on a first come, first served basis to ensure your place. Individual entries are also welcomed to be matched up with others.

If you are keen to join us on the day, please send your name and/or 3 team members’ names or individual entries and contact details to Eric Crossan at eric.crossan@talktalk.net asap, after which details will follow.

This coming Saturday (21st January), St Mirren head to ‘The City of Discovery’ for a William Hill Scottish Cup match-up with Dundee at Dens Park.

The info on Travel Clubs heading to Dens Park for the match is as follows:

Cockles Wilson Supporters Bus

The bus for Dundee will leave at 11:00am.

Please note that we will be stopping in Auchterarder on the way up for a light refreshment.

Bus tickets are now available in the Bankhouse.

Tile Bar Supporters Bus

The bus going to Dens Park for the Scottish Cup tie against Dundee will leave at 12:00pm (noon).

As this is a cup tie all members must pay on the day. If any members are not going please get in touch with Kenny or Rab to confirm.

Chivas Travel Club

The bus for the cup tie at Dundee will leave at 12:00pm (noon).

Non members tickets are now on sale from The Court Bar.

North End Travel Club

The bus to the Scottish Cup tie in Dundee will leave the Sneddon at 12:30pm.

Bus tickets on sale in the Brewers Tap, £7 each.

This coming Saturday (21st January), St Mirren make the journey to Dens Park to face Premiership side Dundee in the 4th Round of the William Hill Scottish Cup.

Please note that entry to this tie is by ticket only which must be purchased ahead of the day of the match.

Tickets for this match are now on sale from the St Mirren Ticket Office and the Online Ticket Shop.

The ticket details for the cup tie are as follows:

Dundee v St Mirren
William Hill Scottish Cup, 4th Round
Venue: Dens Park, Dundee
Date: Saturday 21st January 2017
Kick-off: 3:00pm

This match will be all-ticket.

The St Mirren fans will be located in the Bob Shankly Stand.

Ticket Prices

Adult - £20
Over 65 - £10
Under 16 - £10
FT Student - £10
Wheelchair User & Carer*- £10

* Wheelchair users and carers who want to attend this tie should note that a list will not be submitted for this match, you must purchase a ticket from the St Mirren Ticket Office.

Please note that Dundee Football Club do not accept any responsibility for tickets lost in the post or in any other way and replacements will not be authorised under any circumstances.

Tickets are also on sale for the upcoming Ladbrokes Championship match against Falkirk at The Paisley 2021 Stadium. The ticket details are as follows:

St Mirren v Falkirk
Ladbrokes Championship
Venue: Paisley 2021 Stadium, Paisley
Date: Saturday 28th January 2017
Kick-off: 3:00pm

This match will be all-ticket.

Tickets for this match are now on sale from the St Mirren Ticket Office and the Online Ticket Shop.

Ticket Information

The St Mirren Ticket Office opening hours for this week are as follows:

16/01/2017 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
17/01/2017 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
18/01/2017 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
19/01/2017 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
20/01/2017 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
21/01/2017 - CLOSED

Ticket Office Phone No: (0141) 840-6130.
St Mirren Ticket Office E-Mail: tickets@stmirren.com.

A selection of pictures from yesterday's 1-1 draw with Dunfermline at East End Park in the Ladbrokes Championship.

Match gallery pictures by Allan Picken – © Allan Picken Photography and John Millar - © millarpictures

Jack Ross gives his thoughts following the 1-1 draw with the Championship's in-form side Dunfermline at East End Park.