IRISH LEAGUE: McCavitt strikes to end Town's losing streak

Stephen McCavitt netted Town's equaliser on Saturday afternoon. INBL1619-228EB

Banbridge Town ended their four game losing streak with a 1-1 draw away to Bangor on Saturday.

Young forward Stephen McCavitt got the goal that earned a point after Town had fallen behind at the Bangor Fuels Arena.

Manager Ronnie Haughey was able to restore central defender Stephen Greene, on his return from suspension, to the back four and Kevin Anderson, now fully recovered from a bout of illness, was also recalled in midfield.

Unsurprisingly, Banbridge showed signs of being ring rusty” after a two week break from competitive football and when a harsh free-kick was awarded against Acheson in the first minute, the visiting supporters might have feared the worst.

Kevin Anderson (right) was back in action for Town last weekend. INBL1651-205PB

Matthew Kerr stepped up and placed his shot accurately but young Banbridge keeper Andrew Cullen, diving to his left, made a fabulous save which earned plaudits from both the supporters and his team-mates.

The home supporters, however, didn’t have long to wait for Bangor to take the lead. In the 10th minute, a throw on Town’s left was headed on and Smyth fired past Cullen into the far corner of the net. Town responded and McCavitt, after skilfull work on the right, was able to fire a cross which evaded everyone.

Town had their first real effort on goal in the 22nd minute after Downey had fed Moffatt, but the Town captain was just wide of the mark. Town continued to press and on the half hour they were awarded a free-kick.