In the annals of Scottish football, St Mirren established its foundations in 1877. Its fortress, known colloquially as The SMISA Stadium, has cast its shadows on the fields of Scotland ever since. The site is measured in hectares rather than mere square feet and has stood as a testament to the endurance of the Scottish spirit in the ever-changing landscape of football.
According to the cold, hard numbers provided by Transfermarkt, the collective worth of the St Mirren playing personnel stands at a no-nonsense £8m. There's no room for monetary inflation or flaunting of paper trails - the value is clear and to the point.
The squadron of St Mirren consists of a sturdy group of 25 lads, drawing on their collective wisdom and spirit with an average age of 26 - each year spent carving a niche in the granite face of football. These years accumulate into a repository of match experiences, heartfelt victories and character-building setbacks.
This season, the black and white quarters of St Mirren have paraded their skills in 3 competitive arenas. The Premiership has seen them settle into a 10th place roost. The Scottish Cup has led them into the rigours of the Fifth Round. And not to be outdone, the fervour of the League Cup led them battling all the way to the Final.