Ten man Glentoran moved into third place in the table after continuing their impressive run of form with this hard fought victory at Stangmore Park. Manager Eddie Patterson was forced into one change from last week’s trip to Ballymena, Stephen McAlorum coming in after suspension to replace Jim O’Hanlon who was suffering from a hamstring injury.
The Glentoran Superstore at the Oval will be open during November at the following times...
Thursday Evenings - 4:30 to 8pm
Saturdays
Home Matches 10am - 5pm
Away Matches 10am - 12:30pm
Remember you can also order on-line at http://www.glentoransuperstore.com/
When Glentoran and Dungannon Swifts met in the Danske Bank Premiership at the Oval on Saturday 5th October the Swifts were in the top half of the table on 15 points, 5 ahead of Glentoran. The Glens, following a poor run of results in September, needed a win and they managed it. Goals from Marcus Kane and Mark Miskimmin gave us a 2-1 win and since then the team have recorded 3 wins and a draw to move onto 23 points and currently sit joint 3rd in the table. It’s been a different story for Dungannon Swifts though.
The Glentoran Academy would like to thank Delta Print & Packaging Ltd, (www.deltapack.com) for their kind and generous donation. This gesture is deeply appreciated by all at the Glentoran Academy and will help us to keep developing the Glentoran stars of the future. Without donations such as this, the Academy would not be able to expand and progress as it is doing at present.
Thank You again to Delta Print & Packaging Ltd.
Conditions weren’t the best at the Ballymena Showgrounds this afternoon but those who made the effort to attend were treated to an exciting game of football. Prior to kick-off a minute's silence was held in memory of Roy Coyle's grand-daughter, Darcy who passed away during the week.
Saturday 2nd November
U12 game called off
U13 Glentoran 3-3 Foyle Harps
U14 Glentoran 9-1 Ballymena
U15 Glentoran 2-1 Ballinamallard
U16 Game called off
U17 Glentoran 4-2 Coleraine
Colts - game called off
Glentoran Seconds 2-2 Ballymena Utd Res
Ballymena Utd 3-4 Glentoran
Saturday 26th October
U16 Glentoran 2-1 Carniny
U17 Glentoran 4-2 Limavady
Wednesday 23rd October
Glentoran Seconds 2-2 Portadown Reserves
Glentoran and Ballymena Utd played out a scoreless draw at the Oval back on 21st September. Glentoran went into that game on the back of defeats to both Crusaders and Cliftonville and the week later suffered a 2-1 loss at Portadown. Since then though the Glens have had 3 wins (Dungannon Swifts, Warrenpoint Town & Coleraine)and a draw (v Cliftonvile) to push them to within a couple of points off second place in the Danske Bank Premiership.
All at Glentoran FC were saddened to hear of the passing of 12 year-old Darcy Coyle, granddaughter of Roy.
On behalf of the President, Chairman, Board of Directors, Management, Players, Staff & Supporters, we extend our deepest sympathy to Roy & Abbie, Darrin, Janet, Jade and Joshua. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Academy Roles
Glentoran Academy continues to grow from strength to strength both on and off the pitch. In order to continue to do this it is vital to get more assistance in a variety of roles.
Ross Tharma from Glentoran Academy's U14 team won the September award for best goal.
Ross, who plays right back for the side, struck against Dungannon Swifts from the corner of the penalty area. The goal, scored on 7th September, was one of 12 up for the award on EPIC/NIBFA TV.
You can watch all the goals HERE on EPIC TV.
Prior to last Saturday's first team game against Cliftonville, Ross was presented with his award by Glentoran Director of Football, Roy Coyle and Calum Birney.
