 Laird's first goal of the campaign came two weeks into the new season, on 20 August, scoring with a header from Robin Shroot's corner to ensure Stevenage came from two goals down to draw against Hartlepool United.He also scored against Huddersfield Town on 8 October, scoring with a first time finish to briefly restore parity in an eventual 2–1 loss.Laird's impressive start to the 2011–12 season resulted in a "number of Championship clubs" tracking the player.