Ayr United is poised to "start rolling" after securing their inaugural league victory of the season, a sentiment echoed by Mark McKenzie, whose crucial strike sealed an impressive three points against Dunfermline on Tuesday night. McKenzie, a versatile utility player, notched his first goal of the campaign with a quintessential poacher's finish, a moment he hopes will be the first of many. He expressed his indifference regarding the distance of his goals, prioritizing his presence in "the right place to score them," underscoring the importance of being in opportune areas to accumulate goals throughout the season.

The team has felt on the cusp of a breakthrough for some time, and McKenzie believes this win provides the necessary impetus to "kick on from here and kickstart our season." He acknowledged the difficulty of playing at Dunfermline, noting their "well drilled" approach and how even with ten men, Ayr United was forced to "dig in for the win." This resilience, he added, will be a recurring necessity for securing three points consistently.

Considerable effort has been invested in refining the team's "shape," a dedication that manifested in their collective hard work on Tuesday night. The focus now shifts to building momentum, with their next match against Airdrie marking the beginning of a desired "run." McKenzie highlighted the importance of recouping points that felt "missed out on" earlier in the season, emphasizing the need to accumulate more from this juncture forward.

Manager Scott Brown lavished praise on McKenzie, a player he greatly admires for his unwavering work rate. Hailing him as "Mr Reliable," Brown celebrated McKenzie's pivotal contribution in Fife. Brown was "delighted for Mark to get up and running," attributing the goal to McKenzie's excellent anticipation and ability to position himself correctly. Looking ahead, Brown emphasized the team's intent to "kick on now," a prospect made more robust by the healthy "competition for places right throughout the squad," assuring that all jerseys are "up for grabs."