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Belfast Telegraph
4 days ago
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
NIFL Board set for new look: ‘A number of key skill sets are missing'
The Northern Ireland Football League Board is set for a new look going forward with Chief Executive Gerard Lawlor declaring that having a make-up of more 'Independents' than officials connected to clubs for the first time is a 'progressive' step and will bring key skill sets into the game. With Board members Keith Boyd (Dungannon Swifts) and Nigel Lecky (Dergview) not seeking re-election following the end of their term, earlier this month at NIFL's AGM members voted overwhelmingly in favour of appointing 'new key independent industry professionals'.
Belfast Telegraph
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Dungannon Swifts chief reveals why he broke down in front of players ahead of Irish Cup triumph
Dungannon Swifts Chairman Keith Boyd has revealed the heartache he endured leading up to last month's Irish Cup Final. The Tyrone club won the Cup for the first time following extra-time and a thrilling penalty shootout with holders Cliftonville.
Belfast Telegraph
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Players won cup for my dad, says Swifts chief
Dungannon Swifts chairman Keith Boyd has said an emotional thank you to the players who fulfilled their promise of winning the Irish Cup for him after he lost his dad Bobbie.
Belfast Telegraph
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Dungannon chief on emotional rollercoaster of Irish Cup win just weeks after dad's sudden death: ‘I'm still in shock'
An emotional Keith Boyd praised Dungannon Swifts' history-making players for delivering on a promise to win the Irish Cup for his late father. The Dungannon Chairman, who lost his dad Bobbie suddenly on April 8, fought back tears on the pitch moments after their dramatic penalty shoot-out win against Cliftonville.
