Academy repay sponsors' faith

Matthew Rea, Sam McNabney and George Hargy accompanied by coaches John Andrews and Gavin Murray not only put in a personal appearance but they also brought the Schools’ Cup trophy to the delight of Samantha Walker, Marketing Manager of the Country Garage.

“Having cheered the team on to victory over BRA at the final at Ravenhill on St. Patrick’s day to see three of the winning superstars – and rest assured they are superstars in Ballymena - has given us all here at the showroom just as much pleasure.

“We are particularly delighted to see Matthew Rea here who starred in our support advertising in the lead up to the final as one of two outstanding numbers fives in Ballymena.”

As a keen promoter of sport in the local community The Country Garage was delighted to see the players and coaches in the showroom with the famous trophy. Dealer Principal James Walker offered his word of support:

“We’re delighted to welcome a few of the Ballymena Academy First XV stars, their coaches and the trophy to our showroom and congratulate them all once again on a tremendous achievement which was thoroughly deserved.”

John Andrews, Coach of the First XV paid tribute to The Country Garage for their ongoing support of the Academy First XV not only in this highly successful season but over the past number of years .

“We are delighted in some small way to say a big thanks to James Walker and The Country Garage by bringing the trophy and some of the winning team to meet the staff of the dealership in person,” added John.