Walter Bruce
Former Glentoran FC and Detroit Cougars player, Walter Bruce, passed away on Saturday morning. He was 77. Walter's funeral will take place this Wednesday, 2nd December, at 2.30pm in Ballycrochan Presbyterian Church, Bangor.
News
Glentoran 2 - 0 Glenavon
Goals from Jonathan Smith and Steven Gordon along with a tremendous defensive display gave Alan Kernaghan his first victory as Glentoran manager. Jay Magee returned from injury and Curtis Allen after suspension while Niall Henderson replaced new father Stephen McAlorum. Large parts of the game were played in horrendous conditions and these very much determined the story of the afternoon.
Alan Kernaghan Interview
McLeans TV's interview with Alan Kernaghan is now online.
The 16 minute chat with Adrian Logan can be viewed HERE
Match Preview
Alan Kernaghan’s search for a first win continues tomorrow as his side host Glenavon at the Oval.
Although the new manager collected his first point in charge after last week’s home draw to Dungannon Swifts, he is yet to taste victory at the helm.
Jonathan Smith equalised for the Glens to claim a share of the spoils after Andy Mitchell headed the Swifts in front. The result ended a run of seven successive league defeats for Rodney McAree’s men.
Superstore Christmas Opening Hours
The Glentoran Superstore has extra opening hours for all your Christmas shopping. Times are available HERE.
Boxing Day ticket information
Danske Bank Premiership, Glentoran v Linfield, The Oval, Saturday 26th December, kick off 3pm
Tickets will go on sale at the Oval on Saturday 28th November from the ticket office beside the Players' Entrance.
Ticket prices are as follows:
Grandstand Adult £10 and Grandstand Concession £8
Sydenham Terrace Adult £8 and Sydenham Terrace Concession £6
Ricky Warwick
Ricky Warwick will be performing at the Elk, Dundonald on Wednesday 23rd December.
The event has been organised by the Glentoran Community Trust.
Tickets are priced at £10 and are available through Ronnie Hoy (tel. 07725211668 or email ronaldhoy@btinternet.com )
Glentoran 1-1 Dungannon Swifts
Glentoran manager Alan Kernaghan is still waiting on his first win after his team were held to a 1-1 draw at The Oval against lowly Dungannon Swifts. Young forward Jonathan Smith wasted a glorious opportunity to give the Glens the lead in the 16th minute when he missed a penalty.
Match Preview
Alan Kernaghan takes charge at the Oval for first time as the Glens entertain Dungannon Swifts on Saturday afternoon.
The former Republic of Ireland international got off to an unfavourable start as the new boss last week, he watched on from the dugout as his team were reduced to nine men and were beaten 3-0 by the reigning champions at Seaview.
The East Belfast side also bowed out of JBE League Cup in mid-week, following a narrow 3-2 defeat against holders Cliftonville.
