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Inverness Caley Thistle Academy graduate Lewis Hyde now in same team as players he used to cheer on


By Will Clark

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LEWIS Hyde says it is surreal being in the same team as men he used to watch and cheer on from the stands at Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

Lewis Hyde in action for Caley Thistle. Picture: Ken Macpherson
Lewis Hyde in action for Caley Thistle. Picture: Ken Macpherson

The 20-year-old started for Inverness in Saturday’s 4–1 win over Cove Rangers in the Championship as he continues to make appearances in the first team.

He joined the club’s academy 11 years ago, aged nine, and remembers being trained by the likes of Aaron Doran and Billy Mckay in the Hotshots program.

The former Fortrose Academy pupil is now lining up alongside both players this season and says it is a surreal experience not just for him, but for his more experienced teammates too.

“I was nine when I first joined and went straight into the under-10’s team and I have been here ever since.

“I have always been a Caley Thistle fan and was a season ticket holder from when I joined. Me, mum and dad came to the home games and I can get them into the Main Stand now as we used to be in the North Stand. We never did away games but did everything like Scottish Cup semi finals and final and League Cup final too.

“I am now playing with the likes of Billy Mckay and Aaron Doran, I grew up watching them.

“It is unbelievable getting the craic with them, there are photos of me with them at Hotshots coaching me and they tell me I make them feel old.”

Hyde was impressive at right back in the 4–1 win over Cove Rangers on Saturday.

After signing a new contract in the summer, Hyde who was on loan at Rothes last season, is determined to take his chance.

“I love it and I will play anywhere for the team. I love playing, if the gaffer wants me to play right back, I’m more than happy to.

“I have to bide my time and I have to prove my point and kick on. That is up to me to do that. I have to take my chance and keep it simple and work hard.”


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