Ivor Broadis - Queen of The South

Queen of The South

In yet another inspired signing for Queen of the South under Jimmy McKinnell Junior, the now massively experienced Broadis joined the Dumfries side for the last of his playing days in 1959. With his passing ability and goal threat Broadis clearly enjoyed his fine displays at Queens, later saying, "The two seasons I spent at Palmerston Park were the best of my career'.

With Jim Patterson and Bobby Black already at the club when Broadis arrived, they were joined by George Farm in February 1960.

In his time at QoS he hit four goals on Boxing day 1959 in a 7 - 1 home win over Queens Park. The Doonhamers' other goals came from Percy Dunlop (2) and Bobby Black. The consolation goal for Queens Park was scored by future Aberdeen and Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson. Broadis scored 20 goals in his 63 league games for Queens.

Broadis´ performances prompted the offer of a contract from top division Hearts. However Broadis decided that he would end his playing days with Queens before moving on to the next step in his career.

At the time of his 90th birthday he was the oldest surviving ex Queens player.