FOOTBALL: Patton named in Junior International squad

A former Bannside favourite has been named in the Northern Ireland junior International squad for the Umbro Quadrangular Tournament.

Former Coleraine striker Davy Patton, who now plays for Limavady, is in Harry McConkey's 20 man squad.

Big Davy is joined by his Limavady team mates, Michael Doherty, Gareth McConaghie, Lee Patrick and Peter Spratt.

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The competition kicks-off on Wednesday, April 21 when Northern Ireland will take on Scotland at Drumaness Mills; and the Isle of Man will play the Republic of Ireland at Rathfriland Rangers (both games kick-off at 5.45pm).

Then on Thursday April 22 Banbridge Town will be the venue for the Northern Ireland v Republic of Ireland game, with Killyleagh YC hosting the Scotland v Isle of Man game (both matches kick-off at 5.45pm).

The final games take place on Saturday April 24 – Northern Ireland v Isle of Man at Drumaness Mills and Republic of Ireland v Scotland at Banbridge Town (both games kick-off at 2.30pm).

Everyone is encouraged to come along and cheer on the local boys - admission to each game is 4 adults and 2 concession.

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The competition is for players who play up to Championship level and Northern Ireland team manager Harry McConkey has named a 20 man squad for the tournament:

The squad is: Goalkeepers: Marc Robinson (Loughgall); Michael Doherty (Limavady United).

Defenders: Brian Pentland (Loughgall); Mark McConkey (Ballinamallard United); Declan McKeever (Limavady United); Gareth McConaghie (Limavady United); Denver Gage (Ballymoney United); Peter Spratt (Limavady United); Neil Alderdice (Loughgall).

Midfielders: Lee Patrick (Limavady United); Cathal Beacom (Ballinamallard United); Darren McNamee (Carrick Rangers); Ryan Moffett (Loughgall); Stuart Dallas (Coagh United); David Kee (Ballinamallard United).

Forwards: Davy Patton (Limavady United); Paul McDowell (Loughgall); Barry Bloomer (Carrick Rangers); Ryan Campbell (Dergview); Andy Crawford (Ballinamallard United).