AN appeal has been made for the return of a flagpole which was stolen from a Borders football club.

Selkirk were kicked out of the Lowland League earlier this season after being unable to fulfil fixtures.

And the historic Yarrow Park club was also scratched from the Scottish Cup.

Efforts are now being made to bring the club back - but during an official inspection by the Scottish Football Association this week it was discovered that the flag pole has been stolen.

Former chairman Jaydee Sharkeytold us: "We were getting things ready for the inspection when it was noticed that the pole had been taken.

"The flagpole has been there since Selkirk moved to Yarrow Park and we'd like it back."

The pole, which was positioned next to the clubrooms, is estimated to be around 30-foot high.

Mr Sharkey added: "If whoever took the pole could return it we'd be grateful."