Inverness Caledonian Thistle clinched the Scottish League 1 title with a dominant final-day 2-0 victory over Montrose, securing promotion after a season marred by Hamilton’s point deductions. Meanwhile, East Kilbride etched their name into history by winning League 2, finishing five points ahead of Spartans. Their emphatic 5-0 home win against Clyde ensured a two-season promotion streak, cementing their rise through the Scottish football pyramid.

Hamilton, however, face a precarious future after accumulating 21-point penalties this season. Their relegation battle now hinges on a play-off semi-final against Stenhousemuir, a team that would’ve clashed with them had penalties not been applied. The Warriors’ struggles highlight the SPFL’s disciplinary consequences, while Stenhousemuir’s path to the final remains uncertain after avoiding Hamilton’s play-off spot.

Forfar Athletic, who edged out Annan Athletic 1-1 in their play-off opener, trail Inverness by three points ahead of their Hamilton showdown. Queen of the South’s 4-1 triumph over Alloa Athletic propelled them above their hosts, setting up a semi-final against Stenhousemuir. Airdrieonians, relegated from the Championship, await their fate as they face play-off participants in the third tier.

Edinburgh City and Brora Rangers advanced to the Pyramid Play-off final after Edinburgh City’s 5-0 demolition of Dumbarton. Brora, a Highland League side, received a semi-final bye after Linlithgow Rose’s disqualification due to licensing issues. These results underscore the SPFL’s competitive volatility, with multiple teams navigating relegation, promotion, and play-off uncertainty ahead of the 2023-24 season.

Inverness Caledonian Thistle and East Kilbride dominate headlines with title and historic promotions, while Hamilton’s play-off fate and Stenhousemuir’s unexpected semi-final path reflect the SPFL’s chaotic yet thrilling conclusion.