Glentoran Football Club has announced the launch of the inaugural Glentoran Hall of Fame Awards, taking place on Saturday 1st November 2025 at La Mon Hotel & Country Club.

The Glentoran Hall of Fame Awards, proudly sponsored by Macron, will be hosted by BBC NI presenter Joel Taggart and it will feature a three-course dinner, live entertainment and a celebration of the legendary players, managers and teams who have helped shape the history of Glentoran.

Fifteen awards will be presented on the evening, including two male players per decade (from the 1960s through to the 2010s), one female player, a manager and a team, formally inducting our first-ever Hall of Fame class.

The esteemed judging panel features long-serving Glentoran officials and lifelong supporters including current Chairman Colin Jess, alongside former Chairmen David Chick and Ian Kerr.

They are joined by dedicated fans and volunteers Ian Clarke, Jimmy Carter, Jeff King, Tommy McKee, Davy Stewart and Norman Ternahan, each bringing a wealth of knowledge to the selection process.

Colin Jess, Chairman of Glentoran, said: “This promises to be a truly special occasion in the Glentoran calendar, a night to celebrate the greats who have shaped our proud history and to honour their incredible contribution to the football club.

“The Hall of Fame Awards are about more than looking back. They are an opportunity to reflect on the values that define Glentoran and to inspire the next generation of players and supporters.

“The judging panel faced an incredibly difficult task in selecting the inaugural inductees and we are excited to reveal a group of true legends who represent the very best of Glentoran across the decades.

“I would like to thank Macron, our event partner, for their support in helping to make this celebration possible. I also want to pay tribute to the dedicated volunteers who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring this event to life. Their commitment has helped shape what promises to be a memorable and fitting occasion.

“Tickets are selling quickly and we anticipate strong demand. I would encourage as many Glentoran supporters as possible to join us at La Mon for what is set to be a top class evening for our club.”

A limited number of tickets are now available on a first-come, first-served basis, priced at £55 per person or £500 for a table of ten. To book your place, please email club151882@hotmail.com.

If you’re interested in sponsoring one of the remaining award categories, please contact commercial@glentoran.com.

Launching the inaugural Glentoran Hall of Fame Awards are (centre) Colin Jess, Chairman of Glentoran, (left) Ross Stratherarn, Chief Commercial Officer and (right) Harry Hawkin, Chair of the Glentoran Hall of Fame Awards Organising Committee.