Ballymena United FC

A solid 4-2 win to end our pre season fixtures as we look onto Linfield next Saturday 💪

**URGENT NOTICE **

Change to car parking for todays Pre-Season Friendly:

SLEMISH DRIVE IS NOW OPEN & WILL BE THE BEST OPTION FOR CAR PARKING.

We have just been informed that there is a football tournament taking place on other Showgrounds pitches and therefore the car parks are very busy.

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU PARK AT, AND ENTER VIA SLEMISH DRIVE.

**Sorry for the inconvenience **

Please note - There is no longer a 250 person admission cap.

Ballymena United vs Newington

📅 Date: Saturday 3rd August
⏰ Kick-Off: 2:00PM
🏟️ Venue: Ballymena Showgrounds- main arena
🎟️: £5 admission fee

Sports Direct Premiership 24/25.
The countdown is on 🤩⏳

An in-depth interview with new signing John Herron

An in-depth interview with new signing John Herron

Ballymena United FC is delighted to announce our first team squad’s youngest player, 15 year old Luke Hawe, has been called up to represent Northern Ireland u17’s in their upcoming fixtures.

This represents yet more recognition for a talented young man who has already drawn multiple plaudits.

Jim Ervin added “Luke has enormous potential and my staff and I would like to congratulate him on this international call up, we have no doubt in this young man’s ability, he’s certainly one to watch.”

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Saturday 3rd August, 2pm

BUFC v Newington
Tickets £5 each

Kick off has been changed to 2pm from the original 3pm.

Attendance Limted to 250 on a first come first served basis.

Entrance via St Patrick’s Link Road Only.
Slemish Drive will remain closed.

The Under 20’s came out victorious tonight against Tobermore United. They were 1-0 down before Fiontan O’Boyle and Logan McWilliams scored for the Sky Blues.

A big thank you to Tobermore who had food on for after the game 🙌

Update on the pre-season friendlies on Tuesday night.

The U20s will play against Tobermore United and the game against Albert Foundry has been called off.

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Jim Ervin after today’s friendly against Coagh United.

Interview - Jim Ervin Manager Jim Ervin Reflects on Today’s Game Against Coagh United and Our Recent Squad Additions

Another 90 minutes in the legs with a 1-1 draw away to Coagh United.

The U20 team mixed with U18 and U16 players lost 4-1 to Lisburn Rangers with Ben Mallon the scorer.

We are delighted to announce the signing of Ben Kennedy from Crusaders on a three year deal 🔥🤩

A tremendous talent in the league and his addition to the team represents a significant milestone for us. This signing is a clear indication of our ambitions.

Pre-Season Friendlies:

Coagh United vs Ballymena United
Lisburn Rangers vs Ballymena United

📅 Date: Saturday 27th July
⏰ Kick-Off: Both 2:00PM
🏟️ Venue: Hagan Park and Stanley Park

We are pleased to announce the signing of John Herron on a 1 year deal. John will add a lot of quality and experience to our squad as we build for the season ahead.

We look forward to getting John in with the squad and start getting his fitness up with the rest of the team.

He will serve a suspension but in meantime we will work to get him up to speed.

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Jim Ervin shares his thoughts on tonight’s win and gives us an update on player fitness and transfer news.

Update - Jim Ervin

Another good workout and a win for the Sky Blues tonight

Our lineup for tonight’s friendly 💪

ALL remaining Puma items will be priced at £15 at the club shop when we welcome Annagh United to the Showgrounds tonight 🤝

Ballymena United announces that striker Noah Stewart has been placed on the transfer list.

Noah was offered a two-year contract extension, which he declined, stating his desire to pursue opportunities away from Ballymena United.

Interested parties can contact the club at [email protected].

Pre-Season Friendly:

Ballymena United vs Annagh United

📅 Date: Tuesday 23rd July
⏰ Kick-Off: 7:30PM
🏟️ Venue: Ballymena Showgrounds- main arena
🎟️: £5 admission fee

Congratulations!

Ballymena United wants to extend Congratulations to goalkeeper Sam Johnston and his wife Siobhan, and also to defender Caolan Loughran and his wife Nicola after both got married this week!

Best wishes to both couples from everyone at Ballymena United!🩵⚽️

The boss gives us an update on pre season after today’s 1-1 draw right at the death against Bangor.

An Update from the Boss Jim Ervin An Update from the Boss Jim Ervin

ALL remaining Puma items will be priced at £15 at the club shop when we welcome Bangor to the Showgrounds today 🤝

Pre-Season Friendly:

Ballymena United vs Bangor

📅 Date: Saturday 20th July
⏰ Kick-Off: 2:00PM
🏟️ Venue: Ballymena Showgrounds- main arena
🎟️: £5 admission fee

A win along with another 90 minutes in the legs for the players 🤝

Your Sky Blue XI to face Crewe United 🔥