In preparation for our first season in the Danske Bank Premiership, NCAFC are pleased to announce the following confirmed pre-season friendlies:
Friday 13th July NCAFC (H) v Newington KO 7.45pm
Tuesday 17th July NCAFC (H) v Loughgall FC KO 7.45pm
Saturday 21st July NCAFC (H) v Ballinamallard FC KO 3pm
Tuesday 24th July NCAFC (A) v Rathfriland FC KO 7.30pm
Thursday 26th July NCAFC (A) v Drogheda Town KO 8pm Marian Park.
Saturday 28th July Away Day in Dublin Game & Venue TBC
Due to the recent formation of a new U14 team, the club will be holding open trials at The Showgrounds on Saturday 16th June 9.45am. Trials are open to 2005 boys not 14 before January 1st 2018. Please contact Jim Murphy 07927674391 or Jim Lowther 07850014491 to register.
In preparation for life in the Danske Bank Premiership Newry City AFC are delighted to announce a 3 year kit deal with O’Neills Sportswear. This is a fantastic opportunity for the club to work with a local company who will supply our teams and supporters with quality products.
Newry Manager Darren Mullen commented “We are delighted to link up with O’Neills for the next 3 years. They are a company renowned for quality and I’ve no doubt the fans will be impressed with the new kits once they are launched. The fact that they have a major store in the City makes it a perfect fit for everyone involved.”
Commenting about the partnership John Murphy (O’Neills Field Sales Executive) said “We’re really excited about supplying Newry AFC for the next 3 years, particularly during a very successful period for the club, having recently reached Northern Irelands top division. The new kit will stay true to the club’s colours of classic blue and incorporate a lightweight and moisture management fabric to keep the players cool, dry and comfortable whilst on the field. We look forward to strengthening the partnership with the team and fans in the years to come.”
Keep an eye out for information on the official kit launch to be released soon!!
Photograph Courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography
As we get closer to pre-season, Manager Darren Mullen is delighted to add another three fantastic signings to his squad. “Stefan Lavery and Tiarnán Rushe are two lads that I’m sure will excite the fans. They are both skilful attacking players with pace and are exactly what we will need for the coming season. Stefan already has Premiership experience with Dungannon and I’ve no doubt he will fit in with our style of play. Tiarnán is a player with great potential and has shown a willingness to commit to soccer this season. That’s four signings we have made who were on our list for the Premiership and along with Mark McCabe re-signing it’s been a good day for the club.”
Stefan Lavery “I was absolutely delighted when Darren approached me to talk about signing for the club, I made my first appearance in the Premiership with Dungannon Swifts when I was 15 and played in it for 6 or 7 seasons so I know what to expect.
I played against Newry last season with Portadown and admired the type of football the boys play and especially how tight knit the boys are.
The whole story about Newry with the four promotions in five years definitely attracted me to the club, the work Darren and everyone at The Showgrounds have done is exceptional. I can’t wait to be a part of it.”
Tiarnán Rushe “I’m over the moon to be back playing for Newry. I followed the teams results last year and got down to The Showgrounds as often as I could. I was massively impressed with the way the lads play.
I’m delighted Darren has given me another chance at the club after the first short spell I had and I just can’t wait to get going now at this stage.”
Newry City AFC are also delighted to announce the re-signing of last seasons Championships leading goal scorer Mark McCabe.
Newry City AFC are currently looking for a suitably qualified and experienced person to undertake the role of NCAFC Academy Manager. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with individuals who have the passion and drive to work with young people to develop their footballing and life skills.
Essential:
Minimum IFA Level 1 Qualification
Clear Access NI Check / Child Protection
Desirable attributes:
· Strong leadership and management skills
· Previous coaching experience / roles within a youth environment
· Experience in talent identification and recruitment of players
· A good level of computer literacy &experience recording and reporting information
· An understanding of the local youth set up & IFA/NIFL/Mid Ulster rules and regulations
If interested please email Kevin at secretary@newrycityafc.co.uk
