Last week we asked the the Question, could Sports Bond agent Alastair Shaw have another Major winner making it 4 weeks in a row .Well Alastair did have a £50 Major winner to make it an incredible 4 in a row Alastair's winner was Agnes Murray (A4259) who is having a wonderful time as a Sports Bond member and is a multiple Major winner. A fortnight ago her Daughter Alannah Warwick was a Major winner .It is possible that in the few years Agnes has been a member she has won more than she has paid in.
Not only did Alaister have four Major winners in a row b7t for the last three weeks the same agents had Major winners. Patricia Thompson has now achieved Three Major winners in a row ,the latest being Sky Blue supporter Chloe Armstrong (A4014).Chloe has been a member for just over a year and this is her first Sports Bond win.
Even the Minor winners were to agents who were winners last week. Last week on Robert Logans agency Robert Gage was a winner and this week son Denver Gage (A7908) wasa £10 Minor winner on the the Cloughmills agency. Also in Cloughmills Pattons bar had their second winner with Josh Ervine (A1240).Maurice Anderson had a £10 winner with Robin Deane (B1334)
The Jackpot numbers 5 17 22 25 saw no Jackpot allocated and so the Jackpot continues to rise to £250 for this week. Join Sports Bond now on 07831 803970
Happy birthday wishes to Audrey Anderson, mum of Sports Bond agent Maurice Anderson who celebrated another birthday on Sunday. Also celebrating on Maurice 's agency are Lorna Forrester on Tuesday and Richard Deacon who will be celebrating another birthday on Saturday
Sympathy is extended to Sports Bond agent David Brown who was bereaved of an Aunt zIsa Brown over the weekend.
Saturday's game with Newry was sponsored by Various Sports Bond agents.it has been a tradition that the last home game is sponsored by Sports Bond agents.
First Score winners galore over the past week. Last Tuesday Gareth Gault had a winning 8 minute card and as he had already won this season Gareth won a double up of £60.Also with a winning 8 minute card was John White who picked up his winning £30 on Saturday
At Saturday in the Match with Newry City 21 minutes was the winning time and again we had two winners.Both are well known Sky Blue fans and they were Alan Young and Robin Mclintock .Both picked up £30
Saturday saw the Redraw of the Ballymena United Cash Call. This time we had an undisputed winner who was Karl Herbison.The lifelong Ballymena United supporter had his ticket stub pulled out by Ballymena United player Johnny McMurray and when rang by Anthony Greer ,Karl was word perfect in his answer Come on Sky Blues.Karl will receive his £1000 prize at the play off match on May 3rd..He has been a lifelong Ballymena United supporter travelling to home and away games from his home in Limavady where he has lived for 25 years.The Quantity surveyor bought his ticket just before the match with Carrick Rangers in March .Congratulations to Karl and thanks to Alan Kirk,Anthony Greer and Johnny McMurray for their assistance in the Draw.Cash call has been a huge success and a big thanks to all who sold and those who bought tickets.
Taking in the Newry City game on Saturday were Canadian visitors Gary and Darren Vyfschoft who live in London Ontario.Garys wife Jacqueline came from Ballymena and son Darren was actually born in Ahoghill. They were guests in the Boardroom on Saturday.We hope they enjoyed their visit
We are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of life long supporter, and former committee member Alan O’Loan.
As well as a BUFC committee member, Alan was a driving force of the Paramount Supporters Club, serving many years as their Chairman and whose deep commitment to the football club was recognised with life membership in 2010. Alan continued to attend matches home and away faithfully until only a few weeks ago when ill health prevented him from doing so.
Right up to the end Alan was ever the entertainer, with over 70 years playing the flute for Ballymena Young Conquerors, Seven Towers Male Choir, organising table quizzes at the Bowling Club and regaling young mascots of stories of the legendary 1958 Irish Cup winning team in the boardroom before matches.
Alan was well known and welcomed into many a board room across the league and his loss will be felt wider than just the Sky Blue community. We extend our prayers and deepest sympathies to Alan’s family and wide circle of friends
All prize winners have received their winning prizes. Last Thursday Mervyn Francey had a very enjoyable meal sponsored by the Castle Kitchen and Bar at Galgorm. Mervyn was full of praise for the staff and chefs. Jim Gillis in Larne received a Large bottle of Smirnoff sponsored by The Thatch Inn Broughshane. Alan Harkin is off to the IMC cinema soon as he received his family ticket a few weeks ago. Last Saturday evening Trevor Robinson and Grand daughter Rebecca were at Ravenhill to see Ulster soundly defeat the Dragons 49 to 26.These tickets were won in The Grand Sports Draw .They couldn't be taken up till now but the wait was worth as they had an exceptional experience.
Ballymena United are delighted to share with supporters some of the background changes as the club restructures following a year of transition in the boardroom.
Two new directors were appointed this season following a process of nominations with shareholders at the last AGM. These directors subsequently took up two new positions prior to Christmas, namely Director of Football Operations, Andy McDowell, looking after transfers, developing a scouting network and will go on to lead on football administration. Gary McConnell has taken up the position of Commercial Director, looking after sponsorship and developing business relationships and developing new avenues and networks to boost income streams.
Also rejoining the board of directors is Ronnie McDowell, having previously served as director for 6 years.
This season’s end will also see management committee members Jonny Irwin and Iain Black stepping down. Following a combined service of almost 30 years to the club, both had stated their intention to step back at the end of last season, however, stayed on for an additional year to support the interim committee and new manager and staff coming in.
Chairman Chris Selwood said, “It is clear that football in Northern Ireland has changed dramatically over the past five years, and we know that as a club in order to keep up we have to move forward to move upwards. There is no point in doing the same thing and expecting a different outcome.
In some ways we can make small tweaks, other things need bigger change, but we also have to be absolutely sure in every decision we make that it’s right for Ballymena United and in line with the longer term plans for the club. The new board positions have been created to take us forward, and with Iain and Jonny informing the board in October of their intentions to step down at the end of the season, as we thank them for their work, we also have been working to a plan to replace their roles.
Change therefore offers up opportunities for supporters to put their hand up and volunteer with the club - something that all member of our management committee members started off their journey by doing. We are currently actively recruiting for volunteers and the details can be found on social media, or by emailing shopemails@ballymenaunitedfc.com. Ballymena United prides itself on having always been a supporter run club, and call on anyone who feels they can contribute to our club to step up and be part of the vision going forward.
The club look forward to further engagement with shareholders at the end of season AGM to outline future plans for the club, and confirm the longer term board and management structure to progress the the club off and on the pitch. The future’s bright, the future is Sky Blue.”
Transfers weren’t the only business conducted last night as Shea McAuley became the latest of the young guns to sign their first pro contract this season
Last transfer business of deadline day as Cathair Friel goes on loan to Limavady United, and Fiontan O’Boyle on loan to Coagh United.
Best wishes to both players for the second half of the season
Ryan Waide has transferred to Loughgall after three and a half seasons at Ballymena United. Best wishes for the future Rooster and thanks for your time here
Ballymena United are delighted to announce the signing of Michael Leddy, formerly with League of Ireland club Shamrock Rovers.
The 20 -year-old forward was on loan to Drogheda United last season, having developed at Drogheda Boys before three year with Shamrock. He has also come up through the Republic of Ireland underage international teams.
Leddy will wear number 38 this season.
Ballymena United welcomes Daithi McCallion to the club on loan from Derry City.
The 18-year-old joins the Sky Blues until the end of the season having spent last season on loan at Finn Harps.
The highly rated defender was the youngest player ever to sign a pro-contract with Derry City at the age of 18, and also brings with him experience as a Northern Ireland U-19 International.
McCallion will play number 39 this season.
Ballymena United are delighted to announce that both Sam Johnston and Mikey Place have signed a contract extension
Congratulations to 17-year-old David Taylor who has earned his first professional contract after breaking through into the senior squad this season
Brendan Barr returns to the club he made 37 appearances for in 2021/22 season when he was on loan from Derry City.
This time he’s 100% Sky Blue
The 22-year-old forward joins on a permanent transfer from Ballyclare Comrades, where he scored 21 goals in 56 appearances, sitting joint third in the Playr-Fit Championship scoring charts this season.
Ballymena United Football Club have announced a Partnership with Duality Healthcare. Duality bring their Corporate Membership to the training ground and ensure the whole team are top of their game.
Ballymena United Chairman Chris Selwood stated;
It is fantastic to announce our partnership with Duality Healthcare. Under Duality's Corporate Membership Programme, our club will benefit hugely from high quality, accessible Private GP Care and specialist services across their expanding network.
As they further develop their base in Ballymena we very much look forward to a long and fruitful partnership."
Dr Craig Wylie, Lead GP of Duality Healthcare Galgorm added;
"We are delighted to announce our partnership with an institution such as Ballymena United Football Club. They sit at the heart of our local community promoting an active lifestyle from early childhood onwards. We are delighted to support our local businesses and institutions with access to quality private GP care on demand.
With both Virtual GP Care and a growing infrastructure of Private Clinics across Northern Ireland, Corporate Membership with Duality Healthcare ensures that businesses across the province benefit from the best of both traditional face-to-face care and modern integrative health solutions.
A Duality Healthcare Corporate Membership will ensure your staff can access Duality Clinicians from their desk, at home or on-the-go as well as the ability for face-to-face GP consulting until 9pm weekdays and 6pm on weekends. The reassurance of face-to-face care, virtual consulting and rapid access to clinical expertise means less uncertainty and stress with improved clinical outcomes.
With Duality Healthcare’s move to 24/7 access and our strategic expansion across the province in 2024, you should never be more than 30 minutes from a Duality Healthcare clinic ensuring your staff have healthcare access when they need it!
For more information on Duality Healthcare's Corporate Membership, please contact
headoffice@dualityhealthcare.com
Celebrating the opening of the new link road, a family fun day and fun run for all will take place on 23 March from midday.
More info at https://www.ballymenarunners.org/ballymena-runners-golden...
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