Jags take on Fraserburgh in top-of-table clash next week but face other tough matches in the month.
International regular is a product of Huntly Cricket Club.
Two female fighters among the Elgin club contingent aiming to win a Scottish title.
Midfielder hopes to help Huntly win Aberdeenshire Shield this month
Rothes set to lose another player to Highland League rival but bring in ex-Caley Jag.
Stenny also had a player sent off and missed a penalty.
All nine scheduled fixtures have been called off by the league.
Lossie aim to build despite losing young guns Brodie Allen and Ryan Sewell to Huntly.
City manager Gavin Price showed Hester a video of his hat-trick against champions Queen's Park to spark a reaction.
City manager Gavin Price still hopes to take in a new striker.
Sewell (23) will join former Coasters team-mate Brodie Allen in moving to Christie Park.
Reid won gold at the Commonwealth
New campaign set to kick off in April, unbeaten Elgin Thistle won the league last year.
Former player MacDonald was swiftly appointed following Gordon Connelly's resignation last night.
A change in Connelly's personal circumstances led to his decision to leave with his assistant MacDonald taking over.
Hester moved on to 12 goals for the campaign with a deadly double in front of a 531 crowd.
Only a second league defeat of the season for the league leaders
Ex-Cove youngster netted Maroons' winner at Clach on Saturday.
Runaway league leaders will be buoyant after their cup giant-killing act.
Buckie look to be Fraserburgh's closest rivals for the title.
