Both teams started very well, with many strong attacks causing both keepers to make crucial saves early on. The first quarter saw South Antrim’s first goal from a short corner which was slipped to their left with a hard slap straight to the bottom corner, ending the quarter 1-0. North Down came back even stronger…
North Down played out an entertaining 2–2 draw against Raphoe in their final home fixture of the season. The hosts started brightly and were rewarded in the first quarter when Sophie Leckie converted a well-worked penalty corner flicking the ball into the net, giving North Down an early lead. Raphoe responded strongly, growing into the…
Dromore produced a late comeback to defeat North Down 2–1 in a tightly contested match that came to life in the final quarter. For much of the game, both sides were evenly matched, with strong defensive performances limiting clear opportunities. North Down started brightly and enjoyed spells of possession, but Dromore remained organised at the…
On Saturday 28th February, North Down Ladies 1st XI welcomed Dungannon Ladies 1st XI to Comber. The opening two quarters saw little to separate the sides, with much of the play concentrated between the two 25-yard lines. Both teams pressed well and showed defensive discipline, making it difficult to create clear-cut scoring opportunities. North Down…
From the opening whistle North Down ladies 5s set up camp in Instonians half. The attack was driven by Ellie Moore who hoodwinked the home team’s defence repeatedly displaying her flair in spins and dodges that left her marker standing still. The tempo of the game was set by Annalise Burnside whose keen eye and…
North Down welcomed Limavady to Enler knowing that three points were crucial, with the visitors currently sitting above them in the league standings. The home side adopted a different structural approach for this encounter and it paid dividends early on. North Down dominated possession throughout the first quarter, moving the ball well and controlling large…
We are delighted to announce our Burch Autos players of the Month for January: Andy Walls (Wallsy) from the Men’s 3s and Lauren King from the Ladies 5s. In his role in midfield, Wallsy has been a driving force for the 3s. His energy and determination have added real strength to the attack, while his…
North Down 1st XI booked their place in the Irish Challenge Cup semi-finals after a gripping 3–2 quarter-final victory over Skerries, a contest packed with intensity, momentum swings, and decisive quality in both circles. The home side, North Down, burst out of the blocks with real purpose, immediately putting Skerries under pressure. The midfield trio…
North Down Ladies 5s secured arguably the sweetest Valentine’s treat of the week with a top notch team performance earning 3 points against Dromore currently placed 4th on the league table. During the first half, a well taken short corner by North Down sparked a goalmouth scramble pressurising the Dromore defense into a critical error….
Congratulations to Josh Gilmore who has joined the exclusive 200 Club at North Down with his goal at Bangor yesterday, 7th February in a Premier League match. He is currently 10th on the All Time list. Josh’s first goals for the Club were in January 2013 for the 5ths and his first for the 1sts…