Uphill battle: Scottish side deducted points for pitch having slope

Bonnyrigg Rose are now fundraising to level the pitch. 
Uphill battle: Scottish side deducted points for pitch having slope

Bonnyrigg Rose FC. Picture: Google

Scottish League Two side Bonnyrigg Rose have been deducted six points due to their pitch at New Dundas Park having a slope. 

In September, the Scottish FA downgraded the club's licence from bronze to entry level due to the pitch having a gradient. 

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