You took over as Glenavon manager in November with the club sitting in 11th place and in the relegation playoff position. As we speak now – in mid February – you are in 9th place and 11 points clear of 11th place. What do you put the improvement of fortunes under your management down to?Continue reading “Paddy McLaughlin on Glenavon Impact and Striving for Continual Improvement”
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Kieran Offord: The Young Scottish Striker Making an Impact in Irish Football
Kieran Offord’s burgeoning career has seen him emerge as an exciting young forward thanks to a prolific loan spell with NIFL Premiership side Crusaders. A product of St Mirren’s youth academy, in the first half of the 2024/25 season, Offord has netted 14 goals, including 10 in the league, displaying sharp finishing and an abilityContinue reading “Kieran Offord: The Young Scottish Striker Making an Impact in Irish Football”
Seanan Clucas on Playing in the EFL, NIFL memories and League Cup success
You are currently at Carrick Rangers having joined the club in the summer. How are you enjoying your time at the club so far? “I have really enjoyed it so far. At this stage of my career, I am combining playing with working for Team FeePay as a Regional Manager for the Midlands andContinue reading “Seanan Clucas on Playing in the EFL, NIFL memories and League Cup success”
Five Potential Successors to Tiernan Lynch as Larne Manager
Tiernan Lynch has been a transformative figure for Larne, guiding the club from the NIFL Championship to the UEFA Conference League in seven and a half years. With Lynch now set to depart for Derry City, Larne will need a strong replacement to sustain their upward trajectory. Here are five potential candidates who may backContinue reading “Five Potential Successors to Tiernan Lynch as Larne Manager”
Matthew Ferguson on ambition with Bangor and learning from his father
You joined Bangor in the summer and have kicked off the season with a fantastic goal-scoring run. How proud are you of such a strong start? “Yeah, making the move in the summer was a big change, and Bangor welcomed me with open arms, which helped me settle in quickly. My main goal wasContinue reading “Matthew Ferguson on ambition with Bangor and learning from his father”
Joe Gormley on goalscoring and making history at Cliftonville
You are currently in your third spell with Cliftonville and you are the all-time record goalscorer in the history of the club. How much does holding that record mean to you and how much does the club, as a whole, mean to you? “To hold such a record at this stage of my career is somethingContinue reading “Joe Gormley on goalscoring and making history at Cliftonville”
Stephen Small on managing Ballyclare Comrades and the importance of youth development
You were appointed as manager of Ballyclare Comrades in 2022. How do you reflect on your time in charge of the club so far? “Coaching has been a deeply enjoyable journey for me. I’ve spent quite a long time in the field, working across nearly every level of the game here in both professionalContinue reading “Stephen Small on managing Ballyclare Comrades and the importance of youth development”
Exclusive: Andrew Waterworth on goalscoring and overcoming adversity to work at the highest level
As the Head of Elite Player Development at the Irish FA, could you share what your role entails and how you’re finding the experience? “Formally, my role involves overseeing the elite player development pathway, which we’ve split into two phases. The first is the elite competition phase, which encompasses our senior team, U21s, and U19s—essentiallyContinue reading “Exclusive: Andrew Waterworth on goalscoring and overcoming adversity to work at the highest level”
Ciaran Caldwell on his playing days, Newry experience and managerial aspirations
You were most recently at Newry City as first team coach under Barry Gray. How do you reflect on your time at the club? “Firstly, I am grateful for the opportunity to work at a higher level within the game. Moving into the role of first-team coach was an invaluable experience, even if, ultimately,Continue reading “Ciaran Caldwell on his playing days, Newry experience and managerial aspirations”
Exclusive: David Fisher on Big Two derby victory and his start to the season
Reflecting on the recent match against Linfield, which was an impressive away victory, can you share what it felt like to be on the pitch and win such a fierce derby match? “Last year, we did beat them 4-0, but we also lost quite a few games to them. So, defeating them this time,Continue reading “Exclusive: David Fisher on Big Two derby victory and his start to the season”
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