A gallery of pictures from St Mirren's 2-0 win over Dumbarton in the Ladbrokes Championship on Saturday.

Cammy Smith scored the opener a few minutes into the second half before Stephen McGinn netted his first goal of the season on his 100th St Mirren start.

Gallery pictures by Allan Picken © - Allan Picken Photography

St Mirren extended their lead at the top of the Ladbrokes Championship to eight points after a well deserved win over Dumbarton at The Your Radio 103FM Stadium. 

Second half goals from Cammy Smith and captain Stephen McGinn, who was making his 100th St Mirren start, were enough to earn The Buddies all three points. 

Saints started the match strongly winning the first corner of the match on four minutes. The ball in was cleared only as far as Liam Smith who drilled towards goal. It fell to Cammy Smith who looked to wriggle into space to get a shot away but the forward was crowded out by the Dumbarton defence. 

The Buddies had the ball in the net on six minutes when Kyle Magennis rolled home Gavin Reilly's cutback. But the linesman had ruled that the striker had taken the ball out of play before playing across to Magennis. 

St Mirren had started brightly and went close to taking the lead on 11 minutes through Lewis Morgan only to be thwarted by one of Dumbarton's five ex-Saints. Cammy Smith found Morgan on the left with a wonderful pass and the winger got the shot away only to be denied by goalkeeper Scott Gallacher who made a fine block. 

Dumbarton reminded Saints they were still in the match when Tom Walsh sent a long range effort by the post. 

But it was still The Buddies who were in control and they should have opened the scoring just before the half hour mark. Reilly profited from a break of the ball in the middle of the park and raced clear on goal. However, the striker couldn't add to his 20 goals this season as he shot agonisingly wide of the far post. Reilly went close again five minutes later when he was found inside the box by Stelios, but he clipped wide. 

Ex-Saint Tom Walsh, who scored the winner the last time these two sides met, had the last chance of the half after escaped from Liam Smith. But the winger shot straight at Samson who gathered with ease. 

Half Time: Dumbarton 0-0 St Mirren

St Mirren had been the team on top in the first half and wasted little time after the break in making their dominance pay. 

On 47 minutes Ian McShane played the ball wide to Stelios who burst forward on the left. The Cypriot put the ball into a good area for Cammy Smith who only had to ensure he got a touch on it to nod beyond Gallacher to put St Mirren 1-0 in front. 

Saints were cleared buoyed by the goal and were playing some great football. Lewis Morgan went on a good run which resulted in his shot being deflected by for a corner. Kyle Magennis whipped in a delightful ball but there were no takers. Stelios did well to find Reilly in the box five minutes later but the striker screwed the shot wide of the target. 

The Buddies' good play would be rewarded with a second goal just before the hour mark and how fitting it was for the captain to score on his 100th start in St Mirren colours. A corner from Magennis found Reilly who had a shot blocked. It found its way to McGinn who coolly stroked the ball into the far corner to double Saints' advantage. 

The second goal killed the game as a contest. Saints would have chances to further their lead with Magennis almost grabbing his first of the season when he forced Gallacher to push away his strong free kick. 

Dumbarton had a few half chances with a long range effort from Alistair Roy and a Walsh snapshot. But in the end Saints were worthy winners and extend their lead at the top to eight points following Dundee United's draw away to Dunfermline.

St Mirren: Samson, L.Smith, Baird, Davis, Stelios, McShane, McGinn, Morgan, C.Smith (Sutton 87), Magennis, Reilly (Mullen 61)
Subs Not Used: Stewart, Irvine, MacKenzie, Erhahon, Flanagan

Dumbarton: Gallacher, Smith, Dowie, Dick, Barr, Gallagher (Russell 59), Hutton, Carswell, Handling (Roy 60), Walsh, Nade
Subs Not Used: Ewings, Wilson, Johnston, Hill

Referee: Gavin Duncan
Assistant Referee: David Roome
Assistant Referee: Steven Strang

Attendance: 1652

Gallery pictures by Allan Picken © - Allan Picken Photography

Jack Ross gives his thoughts on today's 2-0 win over Dumbarton in the Ladbrokes Championship as The Buddies made it six wins from seven and extended their gap at the top to eight points.

St Mirren make the short journey across the Erskine Bridge tomorrow to face Dumbarton in the Ladbrokes Championship. 

The Buddies come into tomorrow's match on the back of a 1-0 win over Inverness last weekend that saw The Saints increase their gap over Dundee United at the top to six points. 

That win saw Jack Ross' side extend their unbeaten run to six matches and was St Mirren's fifth win from their last six since a defeat to tomorrow's opponents at the start of December. 

The Buddies have faced Dumbarton twice this season - winning once and losing the other. The first came at The Your Radio 103FM Stadium in October where goals from Gavin Reilly and John Sutton saw St Mirren win away to Dumbarton for the first time since 1996. 

The second, the aforementioned loss in December, saw ex-Saint Tom Walsh score an 80th minute winner to shock the 10 man league leaders who had Stelios Demetriou sent off in the first half. 

While St Mirren are unbeaten since that loss to The Sons last month, Stephen Aitken's side have failed to win in five since that match. They face Saints tomorrow having lost 1-0 at home to Dunfermline last week. They have, however, taken points in draws at home against Falkirk and away to Queen of the South. 

There are a number of familiar faces to Saints in the Dumbarton side. No fewer than five ex-Saints featured in Dumbarton's 1-0 win in December with Scott Gallacher, Kyle Hutton, Tom Walsh, Stuart Carswell and Calum Gallagher all starting at the Paisley 2021 Stadium. Hutton is likely to return to the Sons side tomorrow having missed recent matches against Queen of The South and Dunfermline due to suspension. Earlier today Dumbarton announced the signing of 35 year-old striker Iain Russell and he goes into the squad for tomorrow.

Since St Mirren's relegation to the Championship in 2015, games between The Saints and Dumbarton have been tough fought contests. The Buddies' 2-0 win earlier this season was the first time either side has won the match by two clear goals since a 7-0 St Mirren win in 2008. Tomorrow's encounter is likely to be the same with both sides searching for three points to further their differing aspirations this season.

You can find all the match information ahead of tomorrow's game here.

Tomorrow afternoon (Saturday 13th January) Saints make the trip over the Erskine Bridge to face Dumbarton in a Ladbrokes Championship match-up at the YOUR Radio 103FM Stadium.

The info on Travel Clubs heading to the YOUR Radio 103FM Stadium for tomorrow's match is as follows:

Cockles Wilson Supporters Bus

The bus for Dumbarton will leave at 2:00pm.

Bus tickets now available in The Bankhouse.

North End Travel Club

The bus to the Dumbarton game will leave The Sneddon at 2:00pm.

Bus tickets are on sale now in The Brewer's Tap, £5 each.

Chivas Travel Club

The bus for the Dumbarton game will leave from the Court Bar at 2:00pm.

Bus tickets are now on sale from the Court Bar.

Tile Bar Supporters Bus

The bus going to Dumbarton will leave Abercorn Street at 2:00pm.

Bus tickets are now available from the bar.

The St Mirren Ticket Office is SOLD OUT of tickets for tomorrow's match away to Dumbarton.

However, there are 100 general sale tickets and 30 adult and free Under-12 tickets available from Dumbarton on a first come first served basis.

Dumbarton's reception is open today from 09:30am till 3:30pm for fans to call and book them. Their number is 01389 762 569.

Please note that the St Mirren Ticket Office, Club Shop and Stadium offices will all close today at 2:00pm. So anyone who needs to collect a ticket that they have already purchased for tomorrow's match must do so by 2:00pm.

Additional Information for Travelling Fans

Tomorrow, Saturday 13th January, St Mirren make the trip over the Erskine Bridge to face Dumbarton in a Ladbrokes Championship match-up at the Your Radio 103FM Stadium.

The referee tomorrow is Gavin Duncan and he will be assisted by David Roome and David Doig.

The St Mirren Ticket Office is SOLD OUT of tickets for tomorrow's match away to Dumbarton.

However, there are 100 general sale tickets and 30 adult and free Under-12 tickets available from Dumbarton on a first come first serve basis. 

Dumbarton's reception is open today from 0930 till 1530 if people want to call and book them. Their number is 01389 762569.

Please note that the St Mirren Ticket Office, Club Shop and Stadium offices will all close today at 2pm. Anyone who needs to collect a ticket that they have already purchased for tomorrow's match must do so by 2pm.

We are delighted to announce that Walker Laird, Solicitors and Estate Agents will be the Main Sponsor of the St.Mirren Football Club 2017/18 Player of the Year Awards Dinner.

Hazel McGinlay, Business Development Manager at Walker Laird said: "We are delighted to be the main sponsor of the Awards Dinner for a fourth consecutive year."

St Mirren Commercial Manager, Campbell Kennedy said: "I would like to thank Walker Laird for their continued support of the club sponsoring the popular event for the fourth year in a row.

Campbell continued: "The event is once again proving very popular with bookings to date now approaching 300."

The St Mirren Football Club 2017/18 Player of the Year Awards Dinner takes places on Saturday 5th May 2018 in the Normandy Hotel, Renfrew.

The ‘Player of the Year Awards Dinner’ is now without a doubt the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ of this famous old club’s social activities and this year will be no different.

Our speakers are simply “top drawer”... prepare to laugh the night away and enjoy an evening in keeping with the fine traditions of the Club.

Former criminal defence Lawyer Bill Copland with hilarious stories of his legal career and he will be joined by former Principal Head of PE at Buckhaven High, Willie Allan MBE who is surely one of the funniest speakers on the circuit.

Keeping everything in order on the night will be well known Saints' supporter and journalist Bill Leckie.

The evening will also see Steven Thompson inducted into the club's “Hall of Fame”

The evening will consist of:

* Three Course Meal

* St Mirren Player of the Year Award 2017/18

* Young Player of the Year Award 2017/18

* Official Website Player of the Year Award 2017/18

* Black & White Magazine Player of the Year Award 2017/18

* Fans Council Player of the Year 2017/18

* Steven Thompson inducted into the club's “Hall of Fame”.

* Every guest will also receive a special souvenir event brochure and special corporate gift to commemorate the event.

* Raffle

* Grand Auction

Individual places are available at £75 + VAT per person, with a minimum of two places on a shared table basis. Tables are available in multiples of TEN at £700 + VAT or TWELVE at £840 + VAT.

To reserve packages or to enquire about event and awards sponsorship opportunities, please contact Commercial Manager, Campbell Kennedy on (0141) 840-1337 or email commercial@stmirren.com.

You can also download a booking form by clicking HERE.

St Mirren Football Club can confirm that we have reached a mutual agreement to terminate the contract of Gregor Buchanan.

The defender joined the Buddies in May 2017 after leaving fellow Championship side Dumbarton. 

He went on to make 16 appearances scoring twice - including a goal on his debut against Stranraer in the Betfred Cup.

The club would like to wish Gregor all the best for his future career. 

St Mirren can confirm that Danny Mullen has signed a permanent two-and-a-half-year deal with the club.

The 22 year-old striker joined The Buddies on an emergency loan in December and has now signed with the club for an undisclosed fee. 

Speaking on the permanent move, Jack Ross said: "I spoke when he signed the emergency loan about how pleased I was to get him.

"It's been difficult for him because he's been playing catch up a little bit having had the injury, but the contribution he has made in the two games he's started has been brilliant.

"He's still adjusting to how we train and how we play but he's settled in really well and the players like him. I think he'll play a big part for us in the second half of the season."