Carnlough man Rodgers’ recognised by honorary degree

Carnlough’s most famous son graduated with flying colours this week, receiving an honorary degree from the University of Ulster.
Brendan Rodgers pictured with Brendans brothers Gerard, Declan and Con. Picture By: Aidan OReilly Pacemaker PressBrendan Rodgers pictured with Brendans brothers Gerard, Declan and Con. Picture By: Aidan OReilly Pacemaker Press
Brendan Rodgers pictured with Brendans brothers Gerard, Declan and Con. Picture By: Aidan OReilly Pacemaker Press

Liverpool FC boss Brendan Rodgers was awarded the title of Doctor of Science (DSc) for his outstanding contribution to sport.

Rodgers picked up the accolade at a graduation service in the Coleraine campus on Monday, alongside another of Northern Ireland’s sporting greats, champion jockey AP McCoy.