Career
He has previously played for Motherwell and Ayr United. Dale began his career as a schoolboy with Dundee United before joining the Motherwell Academy youth set-up and then signing as a professional in 2012. On 25 February 2014, Shirkie made his debut for Motherwell as a substitute in a 3-0 defeat to Street Johnstone.
Following this appearance, he signed a permanent contract with Ayr on 15 August 2014.
On 28 May 2015, Shirkie signed for Junior club Troon.