Shire hand debuts to Ex Forfs player Dale Sweeney and newly arrived overseas Etienne Botha in preparation for tomorrow's match vs a Watsonians side who have recruited well over the winter, adding the familiar faces of the Conradie twins previously at Stoneywood Dyce and former New Zealand seamer Andy McKay.

Aberdeenshire registered two wins from two in last seasons meetings, but expect a tough challenge in the season opener at Mannofield.