Hockey men beaten in final
Ballymena Hockey Club’s men’s First XI’s hopes of Sussex Regiment Trophy glory ended in gallant failure on New Year’s Day.
The Braidmen’s status as underdogs was borne out as they lost 4-0 to Cliftonville in the decider at Deramore, despite an outstanding performance from goalkeepr James Birrell.
See this week’s paper for more coverage from the final.