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Loughgall have enjoyed a solid start to life back in the Premiership and take on Portadown in a Mid-Ulster Cup semi-final this evening. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith: Qualities that helped Loughgall achieve success are still there

Waringstown won a 27th Gallagher Challenge Cup last season. PIC: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press

Waringstown confirm arrival of wicketkeeper-batsman ahead of 2024 season

Annagh United's BMG Arena was seriously impacted by recent flooding, but they've been able to find a temporary solution to return. PIC: Annagh United

Dean Smith delighted to see Annagh United return home after severe flooding

Andrew Hoey played his 200th game for Loughgall on Saturday. PIC: Pacemaker

Dean Smith praises Loughgall's longest-serving player after milestone moment

Loughgall manager Dean Smith takes his side to Glenavon this afternoon. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith praises positivity of Loughgall striker who is a 'super person'

Loughgall players disappointed after Paul Heatley scored a 93rd minute winner for Crusaders. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith: Frustration shows how far Loughgall have come

Loughgall manager Dean Smith. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Loughgall not here to 'sightsee' as Dean Smith calls for 'dogged' return

Raymond Gleug has a spooky tale and fine wine recommendations for Halloween

Some hauntingly good wine recommendations from Raymond Gleug

Newry City manager Gary Boyle. PIC: INPHO/Presseye/Declan Roughan

Gary Boyle looking to see "best version" of Newry City against Loughgall

Jordan Gibson, pictured in action for Ballymena United, has returned for a second spell with Loughgall. PIC: INPHO/Presseye/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith confident Loughgall's latest recruit can have big impact

Loughgall manager Dean Smith. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Dean Smith looking to move on quickly from "bad day at the office"

Loughgall manager Dean Smith. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: The view of Loughgall manager Dean Smith

Carrick Rangers are the visitors to Lakeview Park this afternoon as they face Loughgall

Carrick Rangers boss Stuart King pleased to see injured players return

Loughgall manager Dean Smith credited his players after the 1-1 draw against Cliftonville at Solitude

Good start has helped us, says Loughgall manager Dean Smith

Loughgall supporters backing the club across this season's Sports Direct Premiership programme. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker)

WATCH: Loughgall's dream story celebrated with visit by BBC for 'Football Focus'

Loughgall fans have been loving life in the Sports Direct Premiership. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Online Loughgall joy at 'one of the greatest performances in the club's history'
Newly-promoted Loughgall’s shock 1-0 win over defending Sports Direct Premiership champions Larne was celebrated as ‘one of the greatest performances in the club’s history’ by the Villagers’ official social media platforms.

Loughgall manager Dean Smith during their game against Linfield at Lakeview Park, Loughgall. Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Loughgall boss Dean Smith opposed to Irish League summer switch

Loughgall manager Dean Smith during their game against Linfield at Lakeview Park, Loughgall. Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Loughgall boss Dean Smith feels Linfield defeat will be 'massive learning curve'

Loughgall have been the surprise package of this Premiership season so far. Here they celebrate after scoring against Crusaders. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Loughgall boss Dean Smith embracing Linfield challenge

Andrew Hoey takes in the applause after putting Loughgall 3-1 up away to Ballymena United. PIC: Pacemaker

Andrew Hoey enjoying dream start to life back in the Premiership

Loughgall players celebrate BenjI Magee's equaliser against Crusaders at Seaview

10-man Loughgall fully deserved draw at Seaview, says Dean Smith

Despite tourists bringing noise pollution and traffic chaos to the quaint nearby village of Alton, locals living near Alton Towers say it has major benefits.

Alton Towers: Why residents living next to theme park ‘love’ it

Loughgall's Andrew Hoey will be taking on former club Glenavon on Friday evening. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Loughgall's longest-serving star hoping to get one over on former club Glenavon

Andy Smith during Loughgall's Sports Direct Premiership clash with Glentoran at Lakeview Park, Loughgall. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Déjà vu for Andy Smith after positive Premiership performance from Loughgall

Glentortan manager Warren Feeney takes his side to Loughgall this evening. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Warren Feeney says Glentoran may be forced into transfer market due to injuries

Loughgall have put in two spirited performances since their return to the top flight

Loughgall didn't 'play to strengths' in first half, says assistant Andy Smith

Waringstown are looking to add to the 27th Gallagher Challenge Cup they won at Stormont against Carrickfergus last week. PIC: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press

Waringstown chase seventh Irish Senior Cup crown
Waringstown captain Greg Thompson is hopeful his side can carry their winning habits into today’s Irish Senior Cup final against Leinster as they target a seventh triumph in the island’s most prestigious club competition.

Loughgall goalkeeper Berraat Turker celebrates after keeping a clean sheet against Newry City in their Sports Direct Premiership opener at the Newry Showgrounds. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Loughgall head into first home Premiership match since 2007 sitting top

Caolan Loughran celebrates scoring a brace and Loughgall's third during their Sports Direct Premiership win over Newry City at Newry Showgrounds, Newry. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Caolan Loughran makes early strides towards Loughgall goal target with brace

Adam Salley was one of five players making their Newry City debut during an opening day Sports Direct Premiership defeat to Loughgall. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Gary Boyle challenges Newry City side to show reaction after opening day defeat

Caolan Loughran of Loughgall scores the opening goal during their Sports Direct Premiership win against Newry City at Newry Showgrounds, Newry. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Andy Smith: Loughgall reaping rewards for showing faith in title-winning side

Andrew Smith of Loughgall encouraging his players during this afternoon's game at Newry Showgrounds, Newry. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

FULL POST MATCH REACTION: Every word from Loughgall's press conference

Loughgall will return to the top flight of Irish League football after their Championship success last season. (Photo by NIFL)

IRISH LEAGUE PREVIEW: Loughgall back in Premiership 'on merit'

Waringstown team pictured at the start of the Gallagher Challenge Cup final at Stormont. PIC: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press.

Waringstown's James Cameron-Dow delighted after picking up first trophy as coach

Reigning Irish Senior Cup champions CIYMS were eliminated by Leinster on Sunday

Two NCU clubs progress to Irish Senior Cup quarter-finals

Dean Smith has signed a new two-year deal as Loughgall manager

Dean Smith extends stay as Loughgall manager on a two-year deal

North Down’s Aniruddha Chore

Ani Chore on the secret behind his superb partnership with Alistair Shields

Warrenpoint's manager Barry Gray

Warrenpoint Town refused Premiership licence by Irish FA

Ben Murdock was among the award winners at the Northern Ireland Football Awards ceremony on Saturday evening

Loughgall captain Ben Murdock reflects on Player of the Year success

Loughgall manager Dean Smith spoke of his pride at leading the Villagers back to the top flight.

Loughgall not there to make up the numbers, says Dean Smith

Loughgall players and supporters celebrate after winning the Lough 41 Championship. Credit: David Kerr/NIFL

Loughgall president Noel Willis: Lakeview Park will be ready for the Premiership

The Diddly Squat farm shop sells local produce from the farm and neighbouring local producers in the Cotswolds (Picture: Clarkson's farm)

Workers at Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm must now wear body cams

A view over Warkworth Castle and the surrounding village which has topped the list of British villages which have risen in value for 20 years straight.

20 British villages with property value increases for last 20 years

Songs of angst, loneliness, lost love and more make Londonerry singer/songwriter ROE's debut album When The Panic Sets In a truly addictive listen

Londonderry singer Roe releases debut album and it has bags of charm

Loughgall's Jamie Rea receives the Championship Player of the Month award

Loughgall's Jamie Rea named Championship Player of the Month

Loughgall boss Dean Smith. Pic by Pacemaker.

Loughgall resolve on show behind point from ‘bad day’ as Dean Smith keeps calm

DJ Yoda

Stellar line up: Final acts are announced for Stendhal 2022

Villagers

Villagers a first for Stendhal

Waringstown captain Lee Nelson. Pic by Pacemaker.

Waringstown’s ‘remarkable’ run ends in Premier League title glory

Waringstown captain Lee Nelson. Pic by Pacemaker.

Waringstown’s ‘remarkable’ ends in Premier League title glory

Andre Malan hitting a four against Woodvale for Waringstown. Pic by Pacemaker.

Waringstown’s weekend to remember with double delight

Lee Nelson in action for Waringstown. Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Lee Nelson relishing crucial clash with North Down

The JustGiving fundraising page online has already raised thousands of pounds for the family of Jay Moffett.

Villagers rally around Jay’s grief-stricken family

Bready duo Irosh Samarasooriya and Jamie Magee both scored centuries in last week's win over Ardmore. Picture by Lawrence Moore

League and cup action gets underway tonight in the North West

Loughgall manager Dean Smith.

Dean Smith ‘delighted’ with Linfield draw as Loughgall extend Irish Cup adventur...