A snapshot of life at Ophir RFC (2011-14) in 42 photos

By The Newsroom

Published 14th Jan 2026, 18:13 GMT

Updated 14th Jan 2026, 18:43 GMT

The first dip into the Newtownabbey Times archive of 2026 has served up photos from Ophir RFC celebrations.

This snapshot of life at the Newtownabbey-based club between 2012 and 2014 includes Ophir’s 90th anniversary dinner, awards night, team pics and fun activities from the annual blitz. Take a closer look and see who you recognise!

Gareth and Helen Anderson along with their guests during the 90th anniversary dinner of Ophir Rugby Football Club. INNT 25-040-FP

1. Club Call

Gareth and Helen Anderson along with their guests during the 90th anniversary dinner of Ophir Rugby Football Club. INNT 25-040-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson

Pupils from, Newtownabbey Community High School, Edmund Rice College, St Patrick's College, Glengormley High School and St Malachy's College all took part in the annual Rugby Blitz Day at Ophir Rugby Club in 2012. INNT 10-077-FP

2. Club Call

Pupils from, Newtownabbey Community High School, Edmund Rice College, St Patrick's College, Glengormley High School and St Malachy's College all took part in the annual Rugby Blitz Day at Ophir Rugby Club in 2012. INNT 10-077-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson

Ken Campbell, coach of Ophir RFC, presents John-Joe Flood with the Coach's Player of the Year Award in 2012. INNT 25-043-FP

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Ken Campbell, coach of Ophir RFC, presents John-Joe Flood with the Coach's Player of the Year Award in 2012. INNT 25-043-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson

In action at the annual Rugby Blitz Day at Ophir Rugby Club in 2012. INNT 10-076-FP

4. Club Call

In action at the annual Rugby Blitz Day at Ophir Rugby Club in 2012. INNT 10-076-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson