The Seaview outfit took an early lead through a deflected Ross Clarke strike in the 12th minute to lead 1-0 at half-time.
Adam Lecky doubled that advantage shortly after the break with a looping effort over Ballymena goalkeeper Jordan Williamson.
Stephen Baxter’s men then started to run riot with Philip Lowry’s glancing header and a stunning strike from Paul Heatley in a frantic five-minute period putting the game well beyond Ballymena’s reach.
Here are all of the best fan photos from the ground – keep an eye on our website for more final coverage with players and managers after the final whistle.


22. Managers watch on
Ballymena manager David Jeffrey and Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter watch on Photo: David Maginnis


24. Lecky makes it two
Adam Lecky celebrates putting Crusaders 2-0 up Photo Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press Photo: Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press

