Ballymena United announce the departures of Shevlin and Faulkner 

Ballymena United have revealed that Matthew Shevlin and Willie Faulkner will both leave the club this summer.

Ballymena United announce the departures of Shevlin and Faulkner 

Ballymena United have revealed that Matthew Shevlin and Willie Faulkner will both leave the club this summer.

Cushley mix-up likely to prove costly for Crues 

There was a real end of season feel to proceedings at Warden Street with both teams fielding much-changed line-ups for differing reasons.

Crusaders win in doubt after team-sheet error 

Crusaders' 3-0 win over Ballymena United is in doubt after an administrative error meant one of their players was not listed as a substitute.

Johnny McMurray to leave Ballymena for full-time Irish League deal 

Ballymena United forward Johnny McMurray will leave the club at the end of the current seasaon after signing a full-time deal with an unnamed Irish League club.

Jeffrey so proud as Ballymena secure £200,000 Euro bonanza 

David Jeffrey saluted his Ballymena United heroes last night after they secured a top two finish in the Danske Bank Premiership for only the third time in the club's history.

Sky Blues seal top two spot to book Euro trip 

The last time Ballymena United finished in the top two of the Irish League was in 1980 when David Jeffrey was just 18.

David Jeffrey relishing 'ginormous' European shoot-out as Ballymena prepare to face Glenavon 

David Jeffrey is expecting a "humdinger" tomorrow night when Glenavon visit the Showgrounds trying to deny them the point that will guarantee European football for Ballymena United next season.

It's time to seal second spot: Jeffrey 

Ballymena United manager David Jeffrey has demanded one more huge performance from his men tomorrow night to seal a top-two finish in the Danske Bank Premiership.

Ballymena's 'class act' Kofi Balmer would shine in full-time football, says Addis 

Ballymena United's teenage sensation Kofi Balmer has the qualities to make the grade in professional football across the water, according to team-mate Jonny Addis.

Ballymena won't look too far ahead in European quest: Jeffrey 

David Jeffrey has urged his Ballymena United players to maintain the one-game-at-a-time approach that has served them so well this season.

Clinching Euro place would make season a success: Kane 

Tony Kane believes it will be mission accomplished if Ballymena United manage to secure their place in European football.

'Do you ever hear me complain about the abuse I get?' - David Jeffrey responds to Healy criticism of Ballymena fans 

David Jeffrey has responded after Linfield boss David Healy criticised Ballymena United's fans after they directed chants at injured goalkeeper Roy Carroll on Friday night.

David Healy hits out at Ballymena fans after Linfield win at the Showgrounds 

David Healy has said that some Ballymena supporters 'let themsleves down' during his Linfield side's win at the Showgrounds on Friday evening.

Footballers' Lives with Adam Lecky: I'd recommend an Australian adventure to anyone but now I'm focused on winning trophies with Ballymena 

In the latest edition of our popular series, prolific Ballymena United striker Adam Lecky discusses life under legend David Jeffrey, living in Australia, family heartache and hopes for future.

Linfield can all but secure Premiership title tonight but Healy expecting tough tie at Ballymena 

Linfield manager David Healy will tell his players to go out and finish the job against Ballymena United tonight.

Head must rule heart for Ballymena's baby steps despite 'desperately disappointing' end to title bid: Jeffrey 

David Jeffrey says Ballymena United face five cup finals in the next few weeks as the Sky Blues look to bounce back from a second crippling title blow in seven days.

Our feet will stay on the ground: Jeffrey 

David Jeffrey praised the resolve of his Ballymena United players as they continue to cling on gamely in the Danske Bank Premiership title race.

Jeffrey is expecting a response from his Braidmen 

The door of the last chance saloon is starting to swing and the rotund performer may just start to warm up her vocal chords if Ballymena United fail to see off the challenge of Institute this evening.

Jeffrey vows United will continue to battle for every point 

Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey is on the ropes but has come out fighting after Saturday's dismal display against Glentoran.

We will hold our nerve in race for the title, insists Millar 

Ballymena United midfielder Leroy Millar says his side won't lose their cool as the Danske Bank Premiership title race hots up.

United players are hungry to savour their first title honours: Glendinning 

Ballymena United goalkeeper Ross Glendinning has admitted a first league winner's medal is a huge motivation for virtually all the Sky Blues squad.

David Jeffrey hails 'quality' Andy McGrory after derby hat-trick 

David Jeffrey insisted Ballymena United's performance against Coleraine gave him more satisfaction than the result at The Showgrounds.

Rodney McAree: Why cool heads must prevail for Bannsiders 

Rodney McAree wants his Coleraine side to keep their discipline and 11 players on the pitch today to give them the best chance possible to win the derby at home to Ballymena United.

It's high stakes for both clubs but we need a trophy to reach next level: Kane 

Tony Kane says the Tennent's Irish Cup showdown between his Ballymena United side and Crusaders this afternoon feels like the biggest game of the season for both clubs.

Jeffrey thrilled to see Braidmen respond and boost Euro quest 

Ballymena United strengthened their grip on second position with a win over Cliftonville.

Joshua Robinson targets more goals as Linfield soar clear at the top 

Josh Robinson has vowed to improve his goal ratio at Linfield.

It was a stonewall penalty: Jeffrey blast after Ballymena lose top two clash with Linfield 

David Jeffrey left Windsor Park a frustrated man for the second Saturday in a row.

Ballymena have moved on from Cup final defeat and ready to punch above our weight again: Jeffrey 

David Jeffrey believes the painful League Cup final loss to Linfield will be a valuable learning experience for Ballymena United.

I got a laugh and a smile: Jamie Mulgrew has a pop at referee's performance during Linfield's League Cup win 

Linfield skipper Jamie Mulgrew took a swipe at referee Andrew Davey’s handling of Saturday’s BetMcLean League Cup Final.

League Cup final player ratings: How Linfield and Ballymena United performed as Callacher leads the way 

Linfield edged a tight Bet McLean League Cup final on Saturday evening despite a spirited performance by Ballymena United

Ballymena players won't need lifted for top two clash against Linfield, says Ervin 

Ballymena United captain Jim Ervin believes his team-mates should take heart from their battling performance in Saturday's Bet McLean League Cup final despite Linfield lifting the trophy.

Healy's Linfield answer critics in best fashion as the Windsor trophy cabinet is open again 

Fortune not only favours the brave - it favours those with a point to prove.

Absolutely gutted: Emotional David Jeffrey hails Ballymena players after narrow cup final defeat 

David Jeffrey knows all about challenging for trophies - the highs and the lows.

In pictures: Andy Waterworth strike seals League Cup success for Linfield as Ballymena held out 

Andy Waterworth's goal edged a tight Bet McLean League Cup final at Windsor Park as Linfield won the trophy for the first time since 2008.

I'm hungrier than ever to win trophies, says Ballymena boss Jeffrey 

David Jeffrey says he relishes the big Cup finals now more than ever in his incredible managerial career.

We need to be at the top of our game, admits Jim Ervin 

Ballymena United captain Jim Ervin believes his side can't afford to carry passengers in their mission to bring the BetMcLean League Cup back to Warden Street.

Ballymena boss David Jeffrey explains refusal to rotate in Irish Cup win over Portadown 

David Jeffrey hailed his Ballymena United players' focus as the Sky Blues maintained their triple-pronged bid for silverware.

David Jeffrey talks up Tipton ahead of Ballymena's Irish Cup tie against Portadown 

Ballymena United entertain Portadown tonight in the first of two massive cup ties this week.

Showgrounds pitch problems could cost Ballymena United, admits Lecky 

Ballymena United striker Adam Lecky says he hopes problems with the Showgrounds playing surface don't come back to haunt the Sky Blues.

Council launch full investigation as County Antrim Shield final postponed amid Ballymena Showgrounds pitch problems 

Tonight's County Antrim Shield final between Linfield and Crusaders has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch following an afternoon inspection.

Footballers Lives' with Jonny Addis: Football is a tough place to be a Christian with gambling culture but I love the craic as well 

In the latest of our popular series, Ballymena United star Jonny Addis discusses his faith, his mixed emotions over Glentoran's Irish Cup win and his family's sad loss.

Four Irish League clubs make signings as seven Premiership players move on busy transfer deadline day 

The Irish League's transfer deadline day sprung into life on Thursday afternoon before a total of seven Danske Bank Premiership players moved, while Larne made a significant signing at the top of the Championship.

Former Ballymena United favourite returns to Showgrounds for reunion with David Jeffrey 

Former Ballymena United favourite Albert Watson has returned to the Showgrounds on transfer deadline day.

Billy Weir: It's time to give Ballymena United a level playing field 

For years it was stock cars who were seen as the enemy of the sward at the Ballymena Showgrounds, but now it is the pitch itself that is fast becoming a laughing stock.

Call for Shield final venue change but Jeffrey backs council to fix Ballymena United's pitch problems 

Ballymena United's pitch is again one of the main talking points on an Irish League Saturday.

Irish League Round Up: Lecky and Friel both bag braces as Ballymena close gap on leaders Linfield 

Ballymena United are back to within three points of league leaders Linfield after a routine win over Ards at the Showgrounds.

How David Jeffrey has transformed Ballymena United, explains Addis 

Jonny Addis has offered an insight into how David Jeffrey's professionalism and attention to detail has helped transform Ballymena United's fortunes.

Up there: Ballymena's display among best of Jeffrey's reign as Glenavon put to the sword 

Beaming Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey admitted that his side's swatting aside of Glenavon on Saturday was one of the best displays the Sky Blues have served up in his tenure.

Irish League Round Up: Stewart hat-trick sends Linfield clear at the top while Glentoran keeper Morris scores 

Linfield are now three points clear at the top of the Danske Bank Premiership after Ballymena United's blip continued.

David Jeffrey confident his Ballymena side will strike back after first home defeat 

Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey believes his boys will not suffer a hangover from their first home defeat of the season.