Elgin City have missed the backing of their supporters during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Play is under way within Covid-19 restrictions.
Nathan Austin hat-trick proved too much for Cattachs.
Races were held over two days in line with restrictions.
Second leg is in Edinburgh on Tuesday night and Elgin must win.
McGowan won Highland League young player of year in Huntly's last title-winning season.
All to play for on Tuesday is the message from the Borough Briggs camp.
Josh Campbell's goal gives capital side a vital advantage going into Tuesday's second leg.
Edinburgh are unbeaten in the last nine meetings with Elgin - will that change today?
City boss also admitted he needs to 'calm down' during games after kicking every ball with his players on Tuesday.
Supporters asked to send in messages of support and homes decorated black and white for big game.
Buckie boy Mark Chisholm gave Vale the lead before Martin Charlesworth and Andy Low won it for Jags.
Andrews (20) worked with Keith management team in previous spell at Huntly.
City couldn't get past the semi-finals stage in their previous two play-off years.
Edinburgh have won all three matches against Elgin so far this season.
The former Highland League title winner has played at least 16 seasons for his home town team.
Kane Hester's hat-trick earned City the result they needed to keep their promotion dream alive.
Dramatic night in SPFL lower leagues as play-offs picture is almost completed.
Hester hails team performance while Price's biggest regret was no fans in Borough Briggs to see a fine victory.
A thrilling second half at Borough Briggs saw Elgin win 3-2 against Queen's Park - now they face Edinburgh City over two legs.
