Bangor FC are pleased to announce that they have entered into a 3 year agreement with near neighbours Ards FC to share Clandeboye Park.

Bangor FC  Treasurer, Peter Vannucci, stated

“This is a good arrangement for both Clubs. In our case, our previous tenants, Bangor Rangers, had intimated that they would be moving on to pastures new, and this would have left Clandeboye vacant for 50% of the season.

In Ards case, their deal with Ballyclare was coming to an end and they were having to secure playing facilities for a further period while plans for their own ground in Newtownards were progressing.

From a sporting point of view, I believe it is also the right decision as it means the Ards fans have less to travel to follow their team and local football fans will be guaranteed Championship football in Bangor on almost every Saturday of the season."

The deal commences on 1 August 2012 and it is hoped that the next 3 years bring success to both Clubs.

FINAL SCORE FROM CLANDEBOYE PARK

BANGOR	1	-	1	LARNE
R.Murray (78)				Lemon (7)

Bangor fought back from a goal down to take a well deserved point against Larne at Clandeboye Park this afternoon. Ryan Murray scrambled home the equaliser after excellent work from Chris Middleton on the right. Debut defender Kevin Bradley was dismissed shortly after the equaliser and both managers were sent to the stands in a bad tempered finish to the game.

MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

OTHER SCORES:
Ballinamallard United 1-1 Institute ; Banbridge Town 1-1 Warrenpoint Town ; Newry City 1-1 Glebe Rangers ; H&W Welders 2-2 Ards ;

FRANKIE SAYS

Well it's been a while since my last contribution to the web .....apologies ! It's been a real rollercoaster time from the heights of a memorable Steel and Sons victory to the depths of a defeat to Ards and being dumped out if two cups. After the game on Christmas Eve I warned the players of complacency and implored them to show professionalism and win games.....this has not happened.

I apologise, as recent performances were just not good enough. Some players were not doing the basics. I take full responsibility for this and because of this I had to go and get some new players. If a player does not buy into my gameplan then I don't want him at the club. Some players will be moved on and that is the cut and thrust of football at our level. Young Glenholmes from DC has come in, Chris Middleton from Scotland has shown pace up front. I've worked closely with Tommy Breslin to bring in 2 players K Bradley and D Stuart a defender and an attacker. Barring a glitch in paperwork they should be available on Saturday. I've also signed Peter Mooney from Aquinas a young defender with good  potential. Marc Whitford a left back has returned to the club. A tough tackling "Ducky-like" defender.  I have also signed Andy Long back from Carrick. We ironed out our differences and I'm delighted to have a proven quality player back. He can't wait to don the Seagull shirt again. I'm also looking at another top defender and it's a case of watch this space. So as you can imagine having signed a good few players other lads will be going on loan and released. Like i said to the lads at training, we have 12 cup finals to go. Win all our games and we are chasing promotion. As the other teams are due bad patches like our recent run of defeats. It's in our own destiny.

I would like to thank the  board as I've recently signed a contract up untill May 2013. So, myself and Gerard are delighted along with Skeedo, Sam and Mo to be at the helm at Bangor. I honestly consider it an honour to manage the Seasiders. My wife would verify the pain and anxiety I have been through these last few weeks after our poor cup games. 'It's only a game' she says but you guys know it's much more than that. I can see when I look at the crowd and hear them that they are frustrated and hurting as well. It's a building process and we will succeed. Players will shape up or ship out.

As you can read it's been hectic I'm not long back from speaking with Tommy Breslin (Cliftonville) and Colin Telford (Carrick) to get the new recruits sorted. A manager's life never stops. I warned the players that changes would happen and I'm a man of my word.....I'm raging. We won't now be able to play against a Premiership team this season but in the end after talking to one of my colleague at work (himself a international Basketball coach) he explained that the players can now focus on one goal i.e.  league wins. No excuses  

Like I said to the players teamwork and honest endeavour will reap rewards  Hope that keeps you posted.

Frankie

FINAL SCORE FROM CLANDEBOYE PARK

BANGOR	2	-	4	BALLYMONEY UTD
G.McLaughlin (38)				M.Whitford (o.g.) (7)
G.McLaughlin (78)				F.McKenna (20)
				L.Kearney (73)
				I.Christie (90)

Bangor crashed out of the JJB Sports Irish Cup, losing 4-2 at home to a lively Ballymoney United side on Saturday afternoon.

The Seasiders looked to be on edge straight from the kick-off - Ballymoney striker Mark Gillen's movement was causing the Bangor defence all sorts of problems. Bangor fell behind in the 7th minute - Marc Whitford's attempt at cutting out a cross ended in disaster as the defender managed to head powerfully into the corner of his own net. Ballymoney doubled their lead in the 20th minute - Francis McKenna's 25 yard free kick found a way through the Bangor wall and took a wicked bobble in the goalmouth to fly over Paul Cairnduff's outstretched arms and into the net.

Bangor rallied before half-time and Gareth McLaughlin gave the Seasiders a lifeline, squeezing in a shot from a tight angle on 38 minutes. The Bangor defence were caught sleeping when Liam Kearney was given time and space to smash home Ballymoney's third. Gareth McLaughlin brought it back to 3-2 with a stunning strike on 78 minutes to give Bangor some hope. A full time drew closer, Bangor threw men forward and squandered several great chances to draw level. Bangor were caught out at the back again when Ian Christie struck Ballymoney's fourth in injury time to seal his side's victory.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS & INTERVIEW
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

FINAL SCORE FROM CLANDEBOYE PARK

BANGOR	0	-	0	WARRENPOINT TOWN
(Warrenpoint win 4-3 on penalties)
G.Scates				J.Boyle
B.Browne				K.Johnston
D.Youle				J.McAleenan
G.McLaughlin				R.Kinney
A.Morrow				D.McParland

Bangor were edged out of the Intermediate Cup on penalties after a scoreless draw with Warrenpoint Town at Clandeboye Park this afternoon.

In a scrappy encounter, neither side found any cutting edge in front of goal and it was no real surprise to see the game ending up in extra time. Warrenpoint failed to press home their numerical advantage in the second half after Bangor defender Gareth Beattie was given his marching orders after 52 minutes.

Bangor got off to a great start in the shootout, leading 1-0 after the first round of takes. However subsequent misses from Ben Browne and Andy Morrow proved costly as Warrenpoint scored all 4 of their remaining spot kicks.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS to follow

FINAL SCORE FROM DIXON PARK

ARDS	2	-	0	BANGOR
D.Cully (38')
N.McConnell (90')

Bangor produced a lacklustre display in the North Down derby at Dixon Park on Saturday afternoon.

It was all too easy for Ards who dominated proceedings right from the off. David Cully scored the Ards opener on 38 minutes, latching on to a loose Gareth Beattie header. Nathan McConnell later came off the bench to finish off a well worked move in the 90th minute to seal a comfortable win for Ards.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

FINAL SCORE FROM SEAVIEW

BANGOR	2	-	1	LARNE
G.McLaughlin (23')				M.Brown (73')
G.Scates (35')

A trumphant Bangor lifted the Paddy Power Steel & Sons Cup this afternoon, defeating Larne 2-1 in front of a bumper crowd at Seaview.  With the kick off delayed 15 minutes due to crowd congestion, it was Larne who had much the better of the opening spell. However, as Bangor began to settle, Ben Browne fizzed a low shot just inches wide of the right hand post. Ryan Murray also forced two saves from the Larne 'keeper, once with free header and another with a strike from distance.

The opening goal came on 23 minutes when the lively Gareth McLaughlin cut in from the right and struck a low shot which deflected off the unfortunate Niall McAllister and into the Larne net.

Bangor's second goal came on 35 minutes. A well worked Glenn Bowers free-kick made room for captain Garth Scates who had time and space to drive a shot past David Henry in the Larne goal.

The expected Larne onslaught in the second half never arrived, and Bangor looked to be in full control. However, Gareth Beattie's mis-timed challenge on Allen Reid after 73 minutes saw Larne awarded a penalty kick which was converted by former Seasider Marc Brown. Larne rallied in the closing stages, but struggled to create any meaningful chances. 

The Seasiders efforts were not to be undone and the sound of the final whistle sparked jubilant scenes amongst Bangor players, supporters and officials.

PADDY POWER MAN OF THE MATCH AWARD: GARTH SCATES.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

NEXT MATCH:
Bangor return to league action next Saturday when they travel to Dixon Park, Ballyclare for the North Down derby with Ards.
Match Kick Off 3:00pm
Clandeboye BFC Supporters Club coach departs Clandeboye Park at 1:30pm - everyone welcome!

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN

Bangor have received a boost this evening as they prepare for the Paddy Power Steel & Sons Cup Final against Larne on Saturday. Goalkeeper Paul Cairnduff has successfully appealed his dismissal in a recent match against Glebe Rangers and is now free to play in the Saturday's Final.

SUPPORTERS PLEASE NOTE - THIS MATCH IS NOT ALL TICKET , PAY ON ENTRY.

SUPPORTERS' COACH
Supporters Club Coach leaves Clandeboye Park for Seaview on Saturday at 9:45am sharp......A limited number of places are still available.    £5 Adult & £3 Junior.

FINAL SCORE FROM CLANDEBOYE PARK:

BANGOR	2	-	2	LOUGHGALL
D.Beattie (15')				S.Doyle (13')
B.Browne (90')				FSJ.Guy (37')

A 90th minute strike from Ben Browne salvaged a point for Bangor in an untidy performance against Loughgall at Clandeboye Park this afternoon.

An unmarked Stephen Doyle fired Loughgall ahead after 13 minutes, but Bangor were swift to respond with a Dwaine Beattie header from a long clearance from Paul Cairnduff a couple of minutes later. Slack Bangor defending on a Dale Malone corner kick allowed free scoring John Guy to head in Loughgall's second on 37 minutes.

The introduction of Scates and Murray at half time breathed some new life into the Bangor attack, but the Seasiders had to wait until the 90 minute to find an  equaliser - Ben Browne found space on the edge of the area to lash home a volley through a crowd of players to rescue a point for Bangor.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

OTHER RESULTS:
Ballinamallard Utd 2-1 Larne ; Banbridge Town 0-1 Institute ; Glebe Rangers 4-1 H&W Welders ; Limavady Utd 0-4 Warrenpoint Town ; Tobermore Utd 1-4 Ards

NEXT UP.....
THE PADDY POWER STEEL & SONS CUP FINAL - BANGOR v LARNE , SEAVIEW - 10:45am

IRISH CUP
The draw for the JJB Sports Irish Cup 5th Round was made earlier today and is as follows:

Banbridge Town v. Sport & Leisure Swifts or Newry City ; Bangor v. Ballymoney United ; Cliftonville v. Ards ; Coagh United v. Loughgall ; Coleraine v. Larne Tech. OB or Rathfriland Rangers ; Crusaders v. Warrenpoint Town ; Dergview or Knockbreda v. Derriaghy CC ; Dundela v. Ballinamallard United ;  Dungannon Swifts v. Larne ; Glenavon v. Portadown ; Glentoran v. Newington YC ; Institute v. Donegal Celtic ; Killymoon Rangers v. Carrick Rangers ; Linfield v. Ballyclare Comrades ; Lisburn Distillery v. Ballymena United ; Newbuildings United v. Dunmurry Rec.

Ties to be played on Saturday 14th January 2012.

REVISED KICK OFF TIME:
The kick of time for Saturday's match against Loughgall at Clandeboye Park has been brought forward to 2:00pm.

PLEASE NOTE:
Bangor's match against Loughgall at Clandeboye Park onn Saturday has a revised kick off time of 2:00pm

PORTSTEWART 0-3 BANGOR
Bangor progressed safely through to the 5th Round of the JJB Sports Irish Cup with a convincing 3-0 win over Portstewart at Seahaven on Saturday afternoon.

Two first half goals Dwaine Beattie set Bangor on their way. Gareth McLaughlin added a third in the second half to seal the victory.

BANGOR SQUAD:
P.Cairnduff, G.Beattie, M.McQuillan, B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Bowers, G.Crossley (F.Wilson), D.Beattie, B.Browne(D.Justin), G.McLaughlin, S.Leitch

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

Congratulations to Bangor midfielder Ben Browne on picking up the Football Writers Championship Player of the Month for November.

Ben is Bangor's top scorer this season with 14 goals - 6 of these goals came in the month of November. - not bad for a midfielder! 

Well done Ben on this fine achievement.

WARRENPOINT TOWN

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0

BANGOR

Bangor played out a drab goalless affair in Warrenpoint on Saturday afternoon. An injury struck Bangor side which featured veteran defender Andy Massey was hampered by further injuries to Andy Morrow, Marc O'Gormley and Dean Youle during the game. Massey had Bangor's best chance in the first half, glancing a header just wide of the left hand upright.  Either team could have snatched victory in the closing minutes of the match, but both neither side proved clinical in front of goal.

BANGOR TEAM: P.Cairnduff, B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Beattie, A.Massey, B.Browne, G.Scates, J.Bowers, A.Morrow(S.Leitch), M.O'Gormley (D.Beattie), G.McLaughlin
Subs: M.Harper, D.Justin, G.Bowers

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson

BANGOR	2	-	1	SIROCCO WORKS
B.Browne (42')				C.Towell (69')
B.Browne (71')

Bangor made it through to the next stage of the Intermediate Cup with a 2-1 victory over Sirocco Works at Clandeboye Park this afternoon.

After a largely uninspiring first half, Ben Browne latched on to a defensive error to stroke the ball into an unguarded net just before the break. Sirocco caused Bangor some problems in the second half and their efforts were rewarded in the 69th minute when former Welders front man Chris Towell evaded several challenges to coolly slot the ball past Paul Cairnduff for the equaliser. Sirocco were level for only a matter of minutes - a defence splitting pass from substitute Gerard Crossley found Ben Browne who calmly lifted the ball over the advancing Sirocco keeper and into the net.

BANGOR TEAM: P.Cairnduff, M.McQuillan(G.Bowers), B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Beattie,R.Mann(F.Wilson), B.Browne,D.Beattie, S.Leitch(G.Crossley),J.Bowers, G.McLaughlin
Subs: M.O'Gormley, D.Justin

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

BANGOR	0	-	1	ARDS
				R.Arthurs (3')

Ross Arthur's 3rd minute strike was all that separated the teams in a hard fought North Down derby at Clandeboye Park this evening - Arthur beat the Bangor offside trap and prodded the ball past the advancing stand-in Bangor 'keeper Dean Justin.  Ben Browne came closest for Bangor in the first half with a dipping shot from the edge of the area which was tipped over the bar by McKibbin. Both sides struck the woodwork in the second half while Bangor had strong appeals for a penalty waved away when Glenn Bowers was hauled back in the area.

BANGOR TEAM: D.Justin, M.McQuillan, B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Beattie, G.Scates, R.Mann, G.Bowers, B.Browne,, A.Morrow, S.Leitch (D.Beattie)
Subs: M.O'Gormley, M.Harper, G.Crossley

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

GLEBE RANGERS	2	-	2	BANGOR
N.Turner (65')				B.Browne (25')
T.Elder (Pen 89')				B.Browne (35')

Bangor squandered a two goal lead in a costly 2-2 draw with Glebe Rangers at the Riada Stadium this afternoon.

Midfielder Ben Browne was the star of the first half, adding two more well finished goals to his impressive tally this season. The Seasiders looked comfortable with their two goal lead at the break.

Browne however was forced to retire during the break and his replacement Jonathan Bowers lasted less than 10 minutes on the pitch - shown a straight red in controversial circumstances. 10-man Bangor defended resolutely until a slip from Gareth Beattie in the 65th minute gave Turner an easy chance to slot home and get Glebe back into the game. Bangor kept Glebe at arms length and substitute Dwayne Beattie had a glorious chance in the 80th minute to seal a victory, but could only fire his shot straight at the 'keeper when clean through.

Glebe's equaliser came in  the 89th minute when a moment of madness from Paul Cairnduff lead to the 'keeper's instant dismissal. Glebe were awarded a penalty as a result, and despite a valiant effort from Brian Hylands in the Bangor goal, Tommy Elder's penalty still found the back of the net.

Suspensions and injuries to key players could now be a major factor as the Seasiders prepare for Tuesday's North Down derby clash with Ards at Clandeboye Park.

BANGOR TEAM: P.Cairnduff , M.McQuillan, B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Beattie, G.Scates, R.Mann(G.Bowers), B.Browne(J.Bowers ), G.McLaughlin, A.Morrow, S.Leitch(D.Beattie)
Subs: M.O'Gormley, G.Crossley

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

 

The Bangor v Ards FC Championship 1 North Down local derby that was due to have been played last Saturday has been re-arranged for next Tuesday, 22 November  at Clandeboye Park. Kick-off will be at 7:45 pm.  

This midweek fixtures will give all local fans the opportunity to see the two local rivals tussle to see who will end up with the bragging rights in North Down.

This will be the first appearance back at Clandeboye of former Bangor goalkeeping hero Niall Currie since he took over the hot seat as manager of Ards.

SHANKILL UNITED 1-3 BANGOR (AET)
Bangor made it through to the 2011 PaddyPower.com Steel & Sons Cup Final with a 3-1 extra-time victory over Shankill United at Seaview on Friday evening.

Bangor looked uneasy on the artificial surface in the first half and were a goal down within 5 minutes. Paul McCann put Shankill ahead when he reacted quickest to a header which had rebounded off the Bangor upright. Shankill were more than comfortable with their lead in the first half and deservedly went in 1-0 ahead at the break.

Bangor began to find their stride in the second half, but had to wait until the 88th minute for an equaliser. Captain Garth Scates neatly flicked a Brian Hylands through-ball into the top corner of the net to take the game into extra time.

Ben Browne fired Bangor into the lead early in the first period of extra-time when he latched on to a loose ball in the area and drill a low shot into the bottom right hand corner of the Shankill net. Browne sealed the victory for the Seasiders in the second period of extra-time when his 35 yard volley deflected off a Shankill defender and looped into the net.

Bangor will now face Larne in the 2011 PaddyPower.com Steel & Sons Cup Final at Seaview on Christmas Eve.

BANGOR TEAM:
P.Cairnduff, M.McQuillan (R.Mann), G.Beattie (G.Bowers), B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Scates, B.Browne, G.McLaughlin, A.Morrow, D.Beattie (S.Leitch), J.Bowers
Subs: M.Harper, M.O'Gormley

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

SATURDAY'S BELFAST TELEGRAPH CHAMPIONSHIP ONE FIXTURES:
Ballinamallard Utd v. Dergview ; H&W Welders v. Loughgall ; Limavady United v. Glebe Rangers ; Newry City v. Larne ; Tobermore United v. Institute ; Warrenpoint Town v. Banbridge Town

It has been officially confirmed that the Steel & Sons semi-final between Bangor and Shankill United, due to be played on Friday evening, 4 November 2011 at Seaview, has been postponed. 

This is due to Shankill United's match against Nortel in the Intermediate Cup being postponed last Saturday, due to a waterlogged pitch.  As the Intermediate Cup takes precedence over the Steel & Sons Cup, Shankill will now play the re-arranged tie at the weekend and the Steel & Sons tie will be arranged for a later date.

Bangor FC have tried unsuccessfully to arrange a replacement fixture and will now have a free weekend.

Bangor FC have launched a ballot for a Hyundai car in conjunction with club sponsors, Sammy Mellons & Sons.  

The first sales campaign is being run in Bloomfields Shopping Centre, starting on Monday 31 October through to Sunday 6 November.  The car will be on display and members of the public will be able to buy the ballot for £5. 

Proceeds from the ballot will go towards the development of Bangor FC and all the various sections of the club including the Youth Academy and Ladies section will be playing their part.  

The Club will also be making the ballots available in selected business premises through out the town and are looking at making it available to purchase on the website using Paypal.  

The draw for the car is planned to take place at the last home match of the season in April 2012. All supporters are asked to support this cause.

FINAL SCORE FROM TOBERMORE:
TOBERMORE UNITED 2-1 BANGOR
Bangor goal scorer: Gareth Beattie

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

OTHER SCORES:
(Fri) Newry City 0-0 Ards
(Sat) Glebe Rangers 2-2 Dergview ; Institute 2-1 Banbridge Town ; Larne 3-2 Ballinamallard Utd ; Limavady Utd 3-1 H&W Welders ; Loughgall 0-2 Warrenpoint Town

Steel & Sons Cup Semi
Bangor's Steel & Sons Cup semi-final fixture against Shankill United, which had been scheduled for Friday evening has been put in doubt by the postponement of Shankill's Intermediate Cup game against Nortel on Saturday. Shankill's Intermediate Cup game now looks set to be played next weekend ahead of the Steel & Sons Cup match. More details will be posted when available.

Bangor moved up to second place in the Belfast Telegraph Championship One League Table on Monday evening following the IFA's decision to deduct three points from Newry City for fielding an ineligible player in a 2-0 win over Institute..

"The IFA Championship Management Committee at their meeting on Monday, 24th October, 2011 considered written and verbal observations regarding the eligibility of the above named player for the IFA Championship fixture played on Friday 12 August 2011. Following discussion it was agreed that Newry City be deducted 3 points with a scoreline of 3-0 recorded in favour of their opponents, Institute FC. "

The Seasiders move up one place to second, level on points and goal difference with Newry, but ahead on goals scored.

Bangor Manager Frankie Wilson has tonight spoken of how he and his backroom staff have been left gutted by the leg injury sustained by defender Johnny Watterson in today's match against Newry City.

"This is a massive loss for Bangor. The lad has broken his leg and it has marred a fantastic win against the unbeaten league leaders. Gerard, Mo, Sam, Skeedo and myself are all absolutely gutted - all our thoughts are with him tonight."

"As for game? We simply won the battle. Our tempo was spot on. We had some great finishes. First from Rafferty, a good penalty from our captain and then a brilliant header from young Beattie. But to be honest my heart is with 'Ducky'. This is a massive loss for Bangor."

On behalf of all the players, supporters and officials of Bangor Football Club, we would like to take this opportunity to wish Johnny a very speedy recovery. It hopefully won't be too long before he's back on the field in Bangor colours.

FINAL SCORE FROM CLANDEBOYE PARK:

BANGOR	3	-	2	NEWRY CITY
G.Rafferty (17')				D.Hughes (15')
G.Scates (Pen 26')				J.Hand (Pen 48')
D.Beattie (80')

Bangor move up to third place in the Belfast Telegraph Championship 1 Table with an impressive 3-2 home win over League leaders Newry City.

Bangor fell behind to a hotly disputed goal from Daniel Hughes after 15 minutes - the Seasiders defence were looking for an offside decision that never came. Bangor weren't behind for too long, as striker Gary Rafferty equalised with a low shot into the left hand corner of the net just a couple of minutes later. Rafferty was at the centre of a controversial incident on 26 minutes when he was floored in the penalty area. The incident was spotted by the Referee's Assistant - Newry defender Ricky Copeland was dismissed and Bangor captain Garth Scates made no mistake from the resultant penalty.

HALF-TIME  - Bangor 2-1 Newry City

Bangor's lead lasted only until the 47th minute when a rash challenge in the penalty area gifted Newry a spot kick from which James Hand made no mistake. Bangor defender Jonny Watterson was stretchered off midway through the second half with what has tonight been confirmed as a leg fracture - we wish him a speedy recovery.  The winning goal came from the head of substitute Dwayne Beattie - Dwayne nodded in an inch perfect Gareth McLaughlin cross from the right wing.

BANGOR:
P.Cairnduff, J.Watterson(D.Beattie), D.Youle, B.Hylands, M.McQuillan, G.Scates, G.Bowers, G.McLaughlin, A.Morrow, G.Rafferty (M.O'Gormley), J.Bowers
Subs: M.Harper, G.Crossley, S.Leitch

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

OTHER RESULTS:
Ards 2-0 Tobermore United ; Ballinamallard Utd 2-0 Glebe Rangers ; Banbridge 3-2 Loughgall ; H&W Welders 2-1 Institute ; Warrenpoint Town 2-3 Larne

As part of Andy Morrow's Testimonial Season there will be a 'Night at the Races' on Saturday 12th November at Bangor Rugby Club at 7:30pm.

The Race Night will be followed by disco until late.

Tickets are priced £5:00 and will be available from the Bangor FC Clubhouse on Saturday and also from the Bangor FC Social Club.

The County Antrim & District FA have tonight expelled Glebe Rangers from the Paddy Power Steel & Sons Cup and have decided that Bangor will progress through to the semi-final stage of the competition.

The Seasiders will now face Shankill United at Seaview, Belfast on Friday 4th November. Match Kick off 7:45pm. Bangor lost the toss and will be wearing their white away kit for this match.

Larne will face Dunmurry Rec in the other semi-final, which takes place at Seaview on Monday 7th November

Should scores be level after 90 minutes, 2 x 10 minute periods of extra time will be played. If the scores are still level at the end of extra time, the tie shall be decided by the taking of kicks from the penalty mark in accordance with the conditions approved by the International F.A. Board.

FINAL SCORE FROM CLANDEBOYE PARK:

BANGOR	1	-	2	BALLINAMALLARD UNITED
A.Morrow (18')				L.Carters (14')
				L.Carters (44')

A first half brace from defender Leon Carters was enough to give Ballinamallard the edge in this closely fought encounter at Clandeboye Park on Saturday afternoon. Carters prodded in a cross from the left to give Ballinamallard the lead after 14 minutes and was on hand again just before half time to poke the ball over the line following a mix up in the Bangor defence. Andy Morrow had brought the sides level after 18 minutes, getting the final touch to a Dean Youle follow up on a fumbled Gareth McLaughlin free kick.

The Seasiders pressed for an equaliser in the second half without success -  substitutes Dwayne Beattie and Jonathan Bowers both went close for Bangor.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin

BANGOR TEAM:
P.Cairnduff, D.Youle, B.Hylands, G.Beattie (G.Rafferty), J.Watterson, G.Scates, M.McQuillan (D.Beattie), B.Browne (J.Bowers), G.Bowers, A.Morrow, G.McLaughlin.
Subs: M.O'Gormley, M.Harper

PLAYER OF THE MONTH AWARDS:
Bangor's Player of the Month for August was Andy Morrow.
Bangor's Player of the Month for September was Ben Browne.

STEEL & SONS CUP:
The draw for the Steel & Sons Cup is as follows:
Shankill United v. Bangor or Glebe Rangers ( Fri 4th November)
Larne v Dunmurry Rec

Bangor were knocked out of the Irn-Bru League Cup last night with a 2-0 home defeat to Ballymena United . A goal in either half from Aaron Stewart and Aaron Boyd saw the Sky Blues line up a tie with Dergview in the next round.

MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS >>

Bangor are back in action on Saturday with a home League fixture against Ballinamallard United at Clandeboye Park.
MATCH KICK-OFF 3:00pm

Bangor's fixture against Glebe Rangers in the quarter final of the Steel & Sons Cup, which had been scheduled for this Saturday (15th) has been postponed pending further investigation by the County Antrim FA into Glebe's alleged fielding of an ineligible player.

Bangor will now play their outstanding Championship 1 home fixture against Ballinamallard United at Clandeboye Park this Saturday.
Match Kick Off 3:00pm

LARNE 0-2 BANGOR
B.Browne  Missed penalty (3')
G.McLaughlin(39')
D.Beattie (94')
G.Beattie, J.Bowers,  B.Browne, G.Rafferty, G.McLaughlin

BANGOR TEAM:
P.Cairnduff, D.Youle, J.Watterson, G.Beattie, M.McQuillan, J.Bowers, G.Bowers, B.Browne, G.Scates, G.McLaughlin, G.Rafferty (D.Beattie).
Subs: S.Leitch, M.Harper, G.Crossley, M.O'Gormley

OTHER RESULTS IN CHAMPIONSHIP 1:
Banbridge Town 2-7 Ballinamallard United ; Dergview 2-0 Ards ; Institute 4-3 Warrenpoint Town ; Loughgall 2-2 Limavady United ; Newry City 2-1 H&W Welders ; Tobermore United 1-1 Glebe Rangers

Bangor are in action again on Wednesday evening(12th) with a home fixture against Ballymena United in the Irn-Bru League Cup.
Match Kick Off 7:45pm

FRANKIE SAYS
I haven't  been writing as much lately - I do apologise to you all! Naturally, I'm quite delighted with the recent run of results, however I'm still reeling a bit from from the Loughall game. It was a game that we could have got something from. The Tobermore v Newry result further rubber stamps the view that everyone can take points of you. In saying that, if before the season someone had told me that we would only be beaten once in 2 months I would be delighted.

Saturday's match against Banbridge Town was a pleasing one. We are finally starting to score goals again. I looked at the Daily Mirror stats and we now have 3 players in it - last year we had none!  It was great for Ben Browne to score three, he is playing some excellent stuff. Testament to the lad in that his performances are keeping our club captain out of the side.

We landed a difficult tie with Glebe Rangers in the Steel & Sons Cup  however I'm delighted that it will be at home. I'm looking forward to the Ballymena United game as we can ascertain how far off  we are in a real game against Premiership opposition

My main concern is for this Saturday and getting a result at my old stomping ground in Larne. They are flying at the minute and Paul Millar will have them ready for the Seasiders.

I saw one of Darran's pictures from last Saturday's game - a great photo of Dean Youle scoring but the background picture of the supporters celebrating really captures what it means to those people too - even in the mizzling rain. A big thanks to Darran and the new video guy, both of whom are doing a great job.

I really can't believe that I've been back at Bangor for a whole year this month. I must be getting old!
Frankie

STAKEHOLDERS MEETING
Bangor FC are holding a Stakeholders Meeting on Tuesday, 4 October 2011 at 7:30 pm in the Viewing Lounge at Clandeboye Park. The Board of Directors have realised that standards at the Club could be improved in a lot of areas and are looking for volunteers to help the Club.
 
Club Director, Peter Vannucci stated “It is getting more and more difficult to run a Football Club and my fellow Directors have realised that we need more hands on board, excuse the pun. The current Board is working flat out to keep things running smoothly, whilst at the same time planning future developments. Unfortunately, there are just not enough hours in the day and the Club just do not have the resources to employ the necessary staff to do all the work that requires doing.
 
Assistance is required in the following general areas – fund raising, media, ground maintenance, match day organisation and liaison between the various teams of the club.  Hopefully a good number of individuals with the best interests of the club at heart will turn up for a short presentation and a chat over a cup of tea. The Club have prepared a list of numerous activities that could be undertaken to improve the club and are open to other constructive suggestions, provide those making the suggestions do not expect someone else to carry them out..
 
Hopefully at the end of the evening, volunteers will have come forward to help the club progress.”

BANGOR 4-0 BANBRIDGE TOWN
Bangor Goal Scorers:
D.Youle, B.Browne(3)

BANGOR TEAM:
P.Cairnduff, D.Youle, J.Watterson, B.Hylands, G.Beattie, G.McLaughlin, B.Browne, G.Bowers, J.Bowers, G.Rafferty, A.Morrow. Subs: G. Scates, M.McQuillan, M.O'Gormley, S.Leitch

MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin
MATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS ARE BACK!

BANGOR 1-0 CRUSADERS RESERVES (AET)
Bangor progressed safely into the last eight of the Steel & Sons Cup with a narrow 1-0 extra-time victory over Crusader Reserves at Clandeboye Park on Saturday afternoon. With chances at a premium throughout, the game finished scoreless after 90 minutes. Bangor struggled to break down a strong Crusaders defence even after the dismissal of key Crusaders midfielder Matthew Hazley.

Just as the game looked to be heading for penalty kicks, substitute Gary Rafferty popped up to sweep in Gareth McLaughlin's fine pull back from the bye-line - there were just 2 seconds remaining on the clock.

BANGOR TEAM:
P.Cairnduff, D.Youle, J.Watterson, B.Hylands, G.Beattie, G.McLaughlin, B.Browne, G.Bowers (M.Harper), J.Bowers(G.Rafferty), A.Morrow, S.Leitch (Scates) . Subs: M.O'Gormley, M.McQuillan

MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson

BANGOR 3-2 ANNAGH UNITED
A last gasp strike from Johnny Bowers ensured that Bangor progressed safely into the next round of the Irn-Bru League Cup. Gareth McLaughlin opened the scoring in the 19th minute, but Annagh levelled it on 36'

The Seasiders fell behind to a Jordan Bell strike on 68 minutes, but Ben Browne got Bangor back into the game on 81' before Johnny Bowers struck his last gasp winner.

BANGOR TEAM:
P.Cairnduff, D.Youle, B.Hylands, B.Browne, G.McLaughlin, G.Rafferty, J.Bowers, G.Bowers, S.Leitch, M.McQuillan, G.Beattie. Subs: M.O'Gormley, D.Justin, M.Harper, D.Beattie, G. Crossley

LOUGHGALL 4-0 BANGOR
A Bangor team without 5 first team regulars fell to a 4-0 defeat to Loughgall at Lakeview Park this afternoon. Bangor were 1-0 down within 10 minutes, the unfortunate Marc O'Gormley heading into his own net past the stranded Dean Justin. Stephen Doyle made it 2-0 for Loughgall with virtually the last kick of the first half.

Bangor's injury woes deepened further, with Johnny Watterson hobbling off just moments into the second half. Loughgall took full advantage, adding two more second half goals. Bangor's best chance of the game fell to Glenn Bowers whose second half effort spun agonisingly over Marc Robinson in the second half, just as Bangor seemd to be finding their stride..

BANGOR TEAM:
D.Justin, J.Watterson(M.McQuillan), D.Youle, B.Hylands, G.Beattie, G.Bowers, B.Browne, G.McLaughlin, M.O'Gormley (S.Leitch), G.Rafferty(M.Harper), J.Bowers. Subs: D.Beattie, F.Wilson

MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson

 

STEEL & SONS CUP
Bangor will face Crusaders Reserves at Clandeboye Park in the 4th Round of the Steel & Sons Cup. The full draw, which was made on Monday evening is as follows:

Shankill v Islandmagee ; Bangor v Crusaders Reserves ; Ards v Linfield Swifts ; Ballyclare Comrades v Dunmurry Rec ; Larne v Orangefield ; Knockbreda v Malachians ; Immaculata v Ardglass ; Glebe Rangers v Killyleagh YC

These matches are scheduled to be played on Saturday 24th September, 2:30pm

H&W WELDERS 1-2 BANGOR
Bangor made it safely through to the last 16 of the Steel & Sons Cup, with a 2-1 win over holders H&W Welders at Tillysburn on Saturday afternoon.

Ben Browne was the hero of the day, first bending in a low 20 yard free-kick and then glancing in a Gareth McLaughlin corner-kick to give the Seasiders a two goal lead at the break. Bangor 'keeper Paul Cairnduff was rarely troubled in the second half, but poor marking in the 85th minute allowed Ryan Harvey to pull one back for the Welders. Former Bangor striker Barry Bloomer then squandered a glorious chance to level it for the Welder in a tense closing 5 minuutes.

BANGOR:
P.Cairnduff, G.Beattie, J.Watterson, B.Hylands, D.Youle, G.Bowers, J.Bowers, B.Browne, G.McLaughlin, A.Morrow (D.Beattie), G.Rafferty (M.O'Gormley)  SUBS: S.Leitch, M.McQuillan, D.Justin

MATCH PHOTOS by Darran Gilpin
MATCH PHOTOS by Gary Carson

FRANKIE SAYS
Unfortunately the rumours are correct, Ryan Murray has broken a metatarsal, which rules him out for the next 6 weeks. This will be a massive loss to the team.  He had started so brightly - we wish him a speedy recovery.  Ryan Mann, our tenacious midfield player also received a very heavy blow to the knee. He is in serious pain but x-rays revealed no break but there is some ligament damage. It is difficult to assess the extent of the damage at this stage. Goalkeeper Paul Cairnduff also has a suspected broken toe.

 As for the game itself, we missed  a glorious chance to win the game, I counted 3 brilliant chances to score the second all important goal.  After the game, Harry McConkey told me how delighted he was to come to Clandeboye and get a point.  The changing room afterwards was like a morgue.  

I have very high standards and told them that it was not good in failing to gain all 3 points after dominating the second half so well.  The Dergview keeper was inspired and saved on numerous occasions.  The Dergview penalty was clearly an infringement outside the box, and as angry as I was with the decision, I fully admired the referee when after the game he admitted that he had had a poor game.  We all have bad days, and over the season we will get the rub of the green.  I am a believer at looking at the cause of the decision, namely a very silly and naive challenge on a player who was running towards the bye line. The player in question knows his mistake but we all rally round and stick by each other, as if you remember the same player saved us against the Welders with a last ditch tackle.  

With Newry winning on Sunday, we are 5 points off the leaders but we have a game in hand.  Jim Steed always looks at the positives and reminded me that we are still unbeaten.  

The Welders game will be a tough one. We are down a few faces and the Welders won't want to be beaten again at home. We will start as the underdogs but I am  very confident that we can produce a good account of ourselves and try and progress in the illustrious Steel and Sons cup

BANGOR 1-1 DERGVIEW
Bangor may have continued their undefeated start to the season, but will ultimately be disappointed at not taking three points from this rough and tumble encounter with Dergview at Clandeboye Park this afternoon.

Andy Morrow continued his fine run of form when he opened the scoring for the Seasiders in the 33rd minute. However Bangor's lead was short-lived as Ryan Campbell levelled the scores with a controversial penalty kick five minutes before half time.

Bangor dominated for long spells in the second half in a high tempo second half, but failed to find a way past the Dergview keeper McCusker.

Bangor Team:
P.Cairnduff, D.Youle, J.Watterson, B.Hylands, R.Murray(G.Beattie), R.Mann(J.Bowers), G. Bowers, G.McLaughlin, A.Morrow, G.Rafferty(D.Stirling), B.Browne
Subs not Used: S.Leitch, M.O'Gormley

MATCH PHOTOS - by Darran Gilpin

FRANKIE SAYS...
We have signed an exciting young talent Deaglan Bunting.  A fomer Northern Ireland youth international, he was previously on the books of Glasgow Celtic. I know Deaglan from schoolboy football and he is a terrific player, he plays up front and will certainly add something extra to our squad. He was blighted with a serious back condition but underwent very dangerous surgery to rectify the problem. He is still recovering but is in light training. He is a technically gifted player who has an eye for goal, I hope to see him in a Bangor shirt come October/ November.   

Andrew Massey has also signed for us! A wealth of experience and due to family and work commitments he has agreed to be a squad player and help us if and when required. I played with Andy whilst at Bangor and he is a formidable centre back.    I'm delighted to get the two boys sorted.

Thanks must go to Jim Steed our Club Secretary who is a fantastic aid to me and our club. 

Frankie 

OTHER NEWS:
Bangor will play Annagh United at Clandeboye Park on Tuesday 20th September in the Irn-Bru League Cup Round 2