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Paisley Pirates have booked their place in the Scottish National League play-off semi-finals after a 4\u20132 aggregate victory over Kirkcaldy Kestrels.<\/p>\n

The tie, played across the weekend of Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April, saw the Pirates produce a disciplined and controlled performance over both legs.<\/p>\n

Paisley took charge in the first leg on home ice with a 2\u20130 win. Marty Simpson scored both goals in a confident display, helping the side build a two-goal advantage heading into the return fixture. He was named Man of the Match.<\/p>\n

The Pirates travelled to Fife the following night knowing the job was only half done. The Kestrels pushed to get back into the tie, but Paisley remained composed under pressure.<\/p>\n

Goals from Fraser Kerr and Ryan Parkin helped secure a 2\u20132 draw on the night, which was enough to see the Pirates progress.<\/p>\n

The result confirmed a 4\u20132 aggregate win and a place in the semi-finals, with Simpson again named Man of the Match after another strong performance.<\/p>\n

Paisley will now face Edinburgh Capitals in the semi-final at the Dundee Ice Arena on Saturday 18th April, with a 2:00pm face-off. A win would see them progress to Sunday\u2019s final.<\/p>\n

The play-off weekend will also include a full schedule of matches and events, including an Under-16 girls showcase and the Recreational Knock Out Cup Final.<\/p>\n

Supporters are being encouraged to travel to Dundee to back the team as they aim to continue their push for silverware.<\/p>\n

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Photos by Al Goold<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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