It’s a big day on Sunday – a day specifically for our Super Reds as they collect their season tickets and jerseys for the new season.

Join us at 2pm to 4pm in The Showgrounds where all those who purchased Super Reds tickets before Christmas can collect the tickets and the complimentary jersey if purchasing that package.

After that there’ll be training with our players on The Showgrounds with coaching drills. We’ll also have face painting to get that Bit O’ Red.

Parents can also enjoy tea and coffee in the meantime. We’ll see you on Sunday!

The Bit O’ Red Supporters Trust and Sligo Rovers in conjunction with Anderson’s Bar & Grill are hosting a Season Launch Night on Friday 8th February.

This is a free event with lots of guests appearing on the stage on the night.

Ocean FM’s Austin O’Callaghan is the emcee, and guests include Anthony Elding, Alan Keane, journalists Jessica Farry, David Goulden and Jim Gray, past and present of the Sligo Champion.

There will be video messages from past players from around the UK and Liam Buckley with some members of the team of 2019.  

This is just a taste of what’s happening on what promises to be a great night in an informal setting to look ahead to the new season.

We would encourage as many fans to come along on the night to show our support to the team.

Join us for our annual Race Night in Furey’s Pub Sligo on Saturday.

Last year’s Race Night provided a huge night of fun and laughter for all supporters, with a big night anticipated once again this year.

The first race takes place at 9.30pm sharp, with horses available to buy for €20 and race sponsorship available for €100 from any committee member.

Alternatively you can purchase a horse or sponsorship a race here: https://www.sligorovers.com/product-category/fundraising/

All support is greatly appreciated by everyone at the club.

Sligo Rovers will face Athlone Town next Saturday and it should be noted that the kick-off time has changed.

Rovers will take on the First Division side at 2pm in Athlone, following a change by the home side this morning.

The next game is Ballinamallard on Tuesday.

The schedule is

Tuesday 22nd January

Sligo Rovers 11-0 Sure Sports FC, Milebush Park

Saturday 26th January

Sligo Rovers 3-0 Galway United, Milebush Park,

Tuesday 29th January

Ballinamallard v Sligo Rovers, Ferney Park, 7:30pm

Saturday 2nd February

Athlone Town v Sligo Rovers, Athlone Town Stadium, 2pm

Saturday 9th February

Longfor Town v Sligo Rovers, City Calling Stadium, 7:30pm

The #bitored send our condolences to the family of supporter Ray Cawley following his passing on Friday.

There was many smiles on the Railway Terrace with friends and fans that are in the thoughts of all at Sligo Rovers at this sad time.

May he rest in peace 🔴⚪️

Sligo Rovers recorded a 3-0 win over Galway United on Saturday in Castlebar.

Dante Leverock opened the scoring from a tap-in from a free-kick.

Regan Donelon doubled the lead with a fine strike from a free-kick.

Donelon made it three with an even more impressive set-piece, curling the ball into the net from 25 yards

Leverock went off injured in the final minute with a minor ankle injury.

Next up is Ballinamallard on Tuesday in Ferney Park.

Liam Buckley interview: https://audioboom.com/boos/7155267

Sligo Rovers and Connolly’s Volkswagen mark the start of 2019 season

Sligo Rovers and Connolly’s Volkswagen today celebrate the eighth year of our partnership at an event in The Showgrounds, acknowledging one of the longest standing main sponsors of a club in Ireland.

Connolly’s Volkswagen became a fundamental part of Rovers in 2012, maintaining a valued loyalty to all in The Showgrounds and sharing the core values of the Bit O’Red.

Connolly Motor Group is a family-run company that is grounded in tradition and a passion for cars while operating a very modern business from state-of-the-art showrooms in Sligo, Ballina and Galway.

Connolly’s strive to make long-term relationships with their customers by creating special, positive experiences that customers have come to expect from the Connolly Motor Group – and that has been utilised in their work with Sligo Rovers for which we are extremely grateful.

Rovers players Ronan Murray, David Cawley, Dante Leverock, Kyle Callan-McFadden and Johnny Dunleavy were present today with club officials and representatives of Connolly’s Volkswagen as they spoke to the media to look to the year ahead.

Sligo Rovers chairman Martin Heraghty: “We place a huge value on the support we receive from Connolly’s Volkswagen as one of the most thriving businesses in the province.

“Neil, Kevin and Volkswagen are consistently generous to all at Sligo Rovers and are very much part of the club. As we look ahead to a new season together, I want to thank Neil, Kevin and all the staff for their assistance. It is very much appreciated.”

Neil Connolly of Connolly’s Volkswagen said: “We’re excited about another season with Sligo Rovers, we’ll be kicking every ball with them and on behalf of all at Connolly’s, we wish Liam Buckley and the players the very best for the year ahead. “

Visit www.connollys.ie for the latest from Connolly’s Volkswagen

For more e-mail media@sligorovers.com. Issued 24/1/19 for release at 1pm

Join us for our annual Race Night in Furey’s Pub Sligo on Saturday February 2nd.

Last year’s Race Night provided a huge night of fun and laughter for all supporters, with a big night anticipated once again this year.

The first race takes place at 9.30pm sharp, with horses available to buy for €20 and race sponsorship available for €100 from any committee member.

Alternatively you can purchase a horse or sponsorship a race here: https://www.sligorovers.com/product-category/fundraising/

All support is greatly appreciated by everyone at the club.

Sligo Rovers will face Longford Town in the final pre-season friendly of 2019.

Rovers will take on Neale Fenn’s side in City Calling Stadium on Saturday 9 February.

The scheduled is

Tuesday 22nd January

Sligo Rovers 11-0 Sure Sports FC, Milebush Park

Saturday 26th January

Sligo Rovers v Galway United, Milebush Park, 2pm

• Admittance €5 adults, Under-12s free

Tuesday 29th January

Ballinamallard v Sligo Rovers, Ferney Park, 7:30pm

Saturday 2nd February

Athlone Town v Sligo Rovers, Athlone Town Stadium, 4pm

Saturday 9th February

Longfor Town v Sligo Rovers, City Calling Stadium, 7:30pm

Sligo Rovers won their opening pre-season friendly of the year on Tuesday, defeating Sure Sports FC 11-0 in Solar 21 Park in Castlebar.

Kris Twardek and Liam Kerrigan scored hat-tricks, while Ronan Murray bagged his first goals for the club with a brace.

Regan Donelon (two) and Kyle Callan-McFadden completed the scoring.

Two trialists also featured in game.

Rovers are back in action on Saturday in the same venue at 2pm against Galway United.

#bitored team to face Sure Sports. McGinty, Keaney, Murray, Kerrigan, Dunleavy, McFadden, Morahan, Twardek, Donelon, Leverock, Mahon