Prior to the start of today's Danske Bank Premiership fixture the flag was lowered to half mast as the officials, players and supporters of Glentoran and Lisburn Distillery observed a minute’s silence in memory of Noel, Graham and Nevin Spence who tragically lost their lives a week ago.
In the latest issue of the multi-award winning Glentoran Gazette, manager Eddie Patterson looks back at last week’s game against Coleraine and gives his view on Mark Clarke’s red card. Skipper, Colin Nixon also gives his opinion of the game and provides an update on his fitness, whilst his week’s player interview is with central defender, Jay Magee.
This Saturday, Glentoran legend Tim McCann makes his first return to The Oval since being appointed as manager of Lisburn Distillery in the summer. McCann who had two playing spells at the Oval made 281 appearances for the club and went on to be a member of the coaching staff after his retirement. For the last couple of seasons McCann was assistant manager to Scott Young before getting his break this summer in his first managerial role. Always a fan favourite, Tim will undoubtedly receive a warm reception on his return to his former home.
The draw for the 2012/13 Shirt Sponsorship will take place this Saturday (22nd September) at 5pm in the fonaCAB suite.
Any supporters club or individuals who have not already contacted Ruth re sponsorship but would like to sponsor a 2012/13 players shirt, can you either email superstore@glentoran.com or contact Ruth before Saturday.
Thanks for your support.
We welcome a few Glentoran Legends back to the Oval this Saturday in Tim McCann, Gary Smyth and Michael Halliday, along with their teammates and fans of Lisburn Distillery. Whilst all Glentoran supporters will welcome them 'home' the hospitality ends when the whistle blows at 3pm. Then it's down to business and hopefully 3 more points to our total!
Glentoran FC are currently looking for a suitably qualified and experienced person to undertake the role of Director; The Glentoran Academy (The Academy).
All interested applicants should download and view the document below which gives more information on the criteria required for this position.
All applications MUST be made by 30th September 2012.
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Following the tragic events of last weekend, everyone connected with Glentoran Football Club would like to express their deepest sympathies to the family of Noel, Graham and Nevin Spence and assure them that they are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Glentoran Seconds are in Steel and Sons Cup action on Wednesday night at the Oval. Spike Hill's Wee Glens take on Sirocco Works managed by former Glentoran player Darren Lockhart. Why not come along and see who moves a step closer to the Christmas morning final? The game will be played to a finish with extra time and penalties if required. Kick off is 7.30pm.
Admission price is £2. Children are free.
A friendly game between a Glentoran XI and Bangor has been arranged for Monday night (17th Sept) at the Oval with a 7.30pm kick-off. Manager, Eddie Patterson, is keen to give some players game time and will use this opportunity to give Stuart Elliott his first run out at the Oval since he returned to the club.
Admission is £2. Children are free.
Glentoran 0-0 Coleraine
Glentoran played most of this top of the table clash with 10-men and although they didn’t take the 3 points which would have put them top of the Danske Bank Premiership, they did retain their unbeaten record and kept their first clean sheet of the campaign.
