Business Owner James Walker offered his word of support: “At The Country Garage Ballymena we are keen for Ballymena Academy First XV to perform well in this years Schools Cup Tournament whoever they meet after the group stage format is complete. We are always keen to promote sport in the local community and our ongoing support of Ballymena Academy is something that we are very proud of and wish the team all the success in the year ahead."

Alastair McKay from Ballymena Academy commented: ”The Country Garage have been a long standing supporters of the school and their continued support is greatly valued. They have kindly agreed to continue their association with our 1st XV rugby for the 2022-23 season.

Top Image Pictured left to right: Mr Nicholl Ballymena Academy , James Walker, The Country Garage with pupilsTop Image Callum Mustoe and Stevie Bristow