United Youth Academy announce new ‘sevens’ tournament

Ballymena United Academy have a busy few weeks ahead in preparation for the incoming season.
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With the new committee in place, plans are in place for the inaugural “Ballymena Sevens” where a host of youth sides over various age groups will compete in this debut competition.

Held in conjunction with the senior club’s open day,the “sevens” will take place at the Showgrounds on Saturday 3rd August in the morning, finishing in time for the afternoon’s events.

GOLF DAY

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The Annual Ballymena United Youth Academy Golf Day will take place at Galgorm Castle on Sunday 21st July with tee times commencing at 12.25.

Prices for golf and food on the day are £30 and £15 for Galgorm members.

All are welcome and for full booking details contact Club Chairman Philip Galloway on 07759 601100

FOYLE CUP UPDATE

The United under 13s and under 14s continue their prepartions for the Foyle Cup where venues and time have now been confirmed.

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The under 13’s will face Crusaders at St Columbs Park in Londonderry on Monday 22nd July; Milford at Prehen on Tuesday 23rd both 5pm. They then take on Institute at Lisnagelvin on Wednesday 24th,with a 3pm ko.

The Under 14’s face Shankill Youth at Prehen on Tuesday 23rd at 5pm; Derry Colts at Thornhill on Wednesday 24th at 7pm and St Patricks FC on Thursday 25th in Bready at 3pm. Games will continue in various competitions on the Thursday and Friday depending on results.

FOREST FRIENDLY

United’s 2001 team drew 1-1 with their Nottingham Forest counterparts last week. Semple was on target for the Sky Blues.