Falkirk boss John McGlynn delighted as goalkeeper Nicky Hogarth signs contract extension
Falkirk manager John McGlynn has outlined his delight that goalkeeper Nicky Hogarth has penned a contract extension that will keep him at the club until June 2028.
Despite only playing four times this season due to the outstanding form of regular custodian Scott Bain, 24-year=old Hogarth is still seen as a vital member of the Bairns squad.
McGlynn told club media: “I’m absolutely delighted. Nicky is a top goalkeeper and a top professional. I’ve probably said on many occasions that he’s one of the first in the building in the morning.
"He’s always doing his gym work prior to training and he goes through his routine religiously, and he’s one of the last guys off the pitch and out of the building in the afternoon.”
“He’s learned a lot this year, albeit while not playing so much, but when he has played, he’s done very, very well. He’s shown everyone that he is more than capable of playing in the Premiership.
He’s learned a lot working with Scott Bain this season, and he’s completely committed to the football club.
“It’s a big statement for us, because he’s a young goalkeeper who still wants to go and play. He’s here, he’s going to fight for a place, and he’ll be ready to step in whenever he’s called upon. We’re delighted to have him.”
Hogarth joined The Bairns on loan for the first half of the 2022/23 season from English Premiership side Nottingham Forrest. After departing Forrest in the summer of 2023, Nicky rejoined John Mcglynn’s side on a permanent for the Invincible 2023/24 League One campaign, playing 21 times across all competitions.
The goalkeeper cemented his spot between the posts during the 2024/25 Championship and kept 17 clean sheets in 36 league games, playing every match as Falkirk went up as champions.
He has made 86 appearances while at Falkirk so far.
He said: “It means a lot to me to extend my contract here. Being from the area and knowing what this club means to the supporters makes it really special to represent Falkirk.
“I’ve loved my time here so far and I feel like we’ve achieved some great things already. I want to keep improving, keep working hard every day and do everything I can to help the team moving forward.
“There’s a great group of players here and a brilliant support behind us, so I’m really excited about what the next few years can bring.”