Stephen Baxter

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter has won the Irish Cup on four occasions. PIC: Jonathan Porter/PressEye

Stephen Baxter admits drawing former club Ards makes Irish Cup tie extra special

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter. (Photo by INPHO/Stephen Hamilton)

Stephen Baxter: Irish League managers could make impact across the water

Paul Heatley celebrates his last minute winner against Loughgall. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Crusaders goal hero Paul Heatley happy to put side before self

Paul Heatley celebrates scoring his last minute winner for Crusaders in their 2-1 victory over Loughgall at Lakeview Park. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Stephen Baxter praises Paul Heatley for answering Crusaders' call

Crusaders' Paul Heatley celebrates his last minute winner. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: The view of Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Stephen Baxter apology to Crusaders fans and call for 'real' response

Crusaders celebrate after Philip Lowry scored an equaliser against Glentoran at Seaview, Belfast. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Stephen Baxter: Glentoran should have had player sent-off for leg-breaking foul

James Teelan marked his first Premiership start for Crusaders by netting in a 4-1 win over Dungannon Swifts. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Stephen Baxter praises summer recruits after duo achieve important landmarks

Crusaders defender Josh Robinson scored a memorable goal in their 2-1 Irish Cup victory over Ballymena United in 2022. PIC: Stephen Hamilton / Inpho

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter delighted to have Josh Robinson available again

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter. (Photo by Pacemaker)

Adam Lecky wraps up Crusaders points in home victory over Ballymena

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter. PIC: Stephen Hamilton/Inpho

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter praises their "heart, passion and fight"

Emmet Friars celebrates after Ballinamallard United defeated Linfield in their 2015/16 Irish League Cup third round tie at Windsor Park. PIC: William Cherry / Presseye

Former Irish League defender ready to embark on management career

Stephen McDonnell (left) made his first appearance as Glenavon manager on Saturday at Mourneview Park. (Photo by Alan Weir/AWDPhotos)

Cup tie not a case of 'football for all' for Stephen McDonnell at Glenavon

Ben Kennedy celebrates his goal for Crusaders at the Coleraine Showgrounds

Crusaders can be 'a handful for anybody', says Stephen Baxter after heavy win

Philip Lowry celebrates scoring Crusaders' second goal in their victory over Glenavon at Seaview, Belfast. PIC: Inpho/Stephen Hamilton

Stephen Baxter excited for the future with next wave of Crusaders stars

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter during Monday's derby defeat at Seaview. (Photo by INPHO/Stephen Hamilton)

Stephen Baxter aware of strong Crusaders reaction 'must' at home to Glenavon
Stephen Baxter has called a positive reaction to Monday’s derby defeat a ‘must’ for Crusaders.

Ben Kennedy was named NIFWA Player of the Month for August after scoring five goals. PIC: NIFWA

Crusaders head into derby clash on back of double trophy success

Jordan Owens heads off to celebrate his late equaliser for Crusaders in the 2-2 draw with Glentoran. (Photo by Stephen Hamilton/PressEye)

Glentoran and Crusaders deliver four goals, three red cards and one point apiece

Glentoran's James Singleton. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Glentoran's James Singleton to face Crues 'mate' he rates as 'one of the best'

Crusaders defender Jimmy Callacher was carried off with a knee injury against Newry City. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Crusaders victory marred by serious injury to Jimmy Callacher

Ben Kennnedy was full of smiles on Tuesday night following four goals for the Crusaders player against Carrick Rangers. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

Ben Kennedy bags four goals but his boss clear 'we've not seen the best of him'

The victorious Crusaders team celebrates winning the 2008/09 Irish Cup final against Cliftonville at Windsor Park, Belfast. PIC: COLM LENAGHAN/PACEMAKER

Former Crusaders star reflects on 2008/09 Irish Cup glory

The Irish Football Association has launched a new campaign aimed at tackling abusive behaviour towards match officials in football in Northern Ireland. Catch Yourself On’ will aim to boost referee retention and recruitment of match officials at all levels of the game. Pictured launching Catch Yourself On’ is Mike Riley, the Irish FA’s new Head of Refereeing

Match officials need 'respect' say three top NIFL Premiership managers

Stephen Baxter's Crusaders pushed Rosenborg all the way in a thrilling Europa Conference League second-leg tie in Norway

Battling Crusaders fall short in extra time against Rosenborg

Crusaders players celebrate equalising after a deflected shot from Billy Joe Burns during their Europa Conference League qualifier against Rosenborg at Seaview, Belfast. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

"In football, you just never know" - Stephen Baxter dreaming of European upset

Crusaders players celebrate equalising after a deflected shot from Billy Joe Burns during their Europa Conference League qualifier against Rosenborg of Norway at Seaview, Belfast. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Stephen Baxter ranks European showing as one of Crusaders' best ever

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter celebrates his team advancing to the second round of Europa Conference League qualifying at Seaview, Belfast. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Stephen Baxter relishing Rosenborg challenge in Europa Conference League
For the third time in 11 years, Crusaders will take on Rosenborg in European qualifying and boss Stephen Baxter is relishing the opportunity to test themselves against the Norwegian outfit once again.

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter celebrates after his team advanced to the next round of Europa Conference League qualifying

'There is more than one way to skin a cat', says Crues boss after European win

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Stephen Baxter: I hope Crusaders did our fans proud with European draw

Crusaders booked their spot in Europa Conference League qualifying by winning the 2022/23 Irish Cup

Finnish football expert gives the lowdown on Crusaders' European opponents Haka

A young Stephen Cockcroft (R) celebrate with Jordan Owens and Declan Caddell during their match against Ekranas

European Nights: Scoring in Europe remains highlight for former Crusaders winger

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter believes the new Irish Premiership season is set to be as competitive as ever

Crues chief Stephen Baxter predicts yet another competitive title race

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter has defended Warren Feeney and Jim Magilton who have both received criticism since being appointed as manager of Glentoran and Cliftonville respectively

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter hits out at criticism of under-fire duo

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter was thrilled to see his side retain the Charity Shield after a 2-0 win against Larne

Early season preparation helping Crusaders gel, says boss Stephen Baxter

James Teelan wheels away in delight after netting on his competitive debut for Crusaders in the Charity Shield final

Crusaders new boy James Teelan admits he is like a sponge around Paul Heatley

Sam Morrow was part of the Crusaders side that won the 2022/23 Premiership Development League. Photo credit: NIFL

Young winger motivated to prove his quality after Crusaders departure

Gary Thompson is leaving Crusaders after making 88 appearances

Crusaders confirm five players set to depart Seaview this summer

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter will lead his side into Europe for the 13th time next season

Crusaders won't fear anyone in Europe, says boss Stephen Baxter

Adam Lecky gives the thumbs up after helping Crusaders lift the Irish Cup against Ballymena United

Crusaders were 'composed' throughout Irish Cup final, says Adam Lecky

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter during the final win

Stephen Baxter feels Crusaders were 'worthy winners' in Irish Cup final

Crusaders goalkeeper Jonny Tuffey pays respect to Kaylee Black

VIDEO: Tributes paid to Kaylee Black at Irish Cup final

Ballymena United manager David Jeffrey reflected on his side's defeat in the Irish Cup final

David Jeffrey concedes his side were beaten by the better team in Cup final

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter enjoying Irish Cup final day

Stephen Baxter sensed Crusaders would produce a stunning performance

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter

Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter stresses importance of 'living in the moment'

Paul Heatley levels in injury time

Paul Heatley strikes late to secure derby point for Crusaders

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter celebrated his 900th game in charge with a 3-1 win against Coleraine on Tuesday night.

Photo Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press

Stephen Baxter feels he's been 'riding crest of a wave' after reaching 900 games

Philip Lowry (centre) added to his season's goal tally in victory for Crusaders over Coleraine

Stephen Baxter landmark night ends in Crusaders victory over Coleraine

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter ahead of last year's Irish Cup final

Longest-serving manager Stephen Baxter still enjoying every second

Crusaders Jordan Owens and Ross Clarke both scored in Saturday's 3-0 win over Carrick Rangers

Stephen Baxter praises Crusaders duo for role in Carrick Rangers victory

Jordan Forsythe celebrates his goal against Glentoran in the quarter-final of the Samuel Gelston's Whiskey Irish Cup.

Team selection gave Stephen Baxter 'sleepless nights' ahead of Crues victory

Glentoran boss Rodney McAree takes his side to Crusaders in the Irish Cup this afternoon.

Rodney McAree urges Glentoran players to seize 'opportunity' against Crusaders

Philip Lowry in action for Crusaders

Stephen Baxter fears Crusaders have lost ground in title race

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter

Crusaders 'looking forward' to trip to the Ballymena Showgrounds says Baxter

Crusaders defender Josh Robinson and Coleraine's Eamon Fyfe during Saturday's game at Seaview.

Crusaders defender Josh Robinson looking ahead after return from injury

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter during Saturday's game at Seaview.

Stephen Baxter concedes he didn't know if Crusaders would be able to field team