COLERAINE currently have six players out on loan for the 2025-26 campaign and here’s an update of their progress at their respective clubs during September…
Jack Scott and Corey Smith are currently playing in the Premiership for Carrick Rangers and Glenavon respectively, whilst Alfie Gaston and Sam McClintock are both enjoying loan spells at Limavady United.
Aidan Tejada is also gaining senior experience at Championship level at Institute, with Senan Devine aiming to make an impact at H&W Welders.
Here is a breakdown of how each have fared during the previous month.
JACK SCOTT
Jack started in three of Carrick Rangers’ games in all competitions which began with a 3-0 success against Bangor in the County Antrim Shield – a fixture in which he netted from the spot.
Scott then started in the 2-1 loss at home to Cliftonville, as well as the 2-0 defeat Larne – with the fixture sandwiched in the middle against Bangor being abandoned due to an unfortunate injury involving Paul Heatley.
As a result of the loan arrangement, Scott was ineligible to play against the Bannsiders last weekend.
Appearances: 3
Goals: 1
Total Appearances: 7
Total Goals: 3
COREY SMITH
Corey was involved in all five matchday squads for Glenavon as they competed in the Mid-Ulster Cup and four Sports Direct Premiership fixtures.
The winger managed to start once, was a used sub three times and was unused on the other occasion.
The Lurgan Blues started the month with a 4-0 success against Coagh United in the Mid-Ulster Cup, before losing Premiership games against Dungannon Swifts, Larne, Linfield and Crusaders.
Appearances: 4
Goals: 0
Total Appearances: 8
Total Goals: 0
ALFIE GASTON
Alfie is gaining senior experience at Limavady United as the Roesiders aim to gain promotion to the top-flight under Paul Owens.
The midfielder started five games and was a used substitute in the other as he was involved in all six of United’s matches during September.
Limavady edged out Portstewart in the North-West Senior Cup, with wins coming in the Championship against Queen’s University and Dundela.
Draws would also take place against Newington and Armagh City as the only disappointment came with a 3-0 loss against H&W Welders.
Appearances: 6
Goals: 0
Total Appearances: 10
Total Goals: 0
SAM MCCLINTOCK
Sam is currently embarking on his second loan spell at the Limavady Showgrounds after finishing the second half of last season at Paul Owens’ side.
The striker managed to get up and running in terms of goals as he netted from the spot against Portstewart in the North-West Senior Cup.
He also played a part in five Championship games – starting one and coming off the bench four times.
Appearances: 6
Goals: 1
Total Appearances: 7
Total Goals: 1
SENAN DEVINE
September proved to be a memorable month for the Northern Ireland U21 international as he continues to shine at H&W Welders.
Senan started in all six games for Paul Kee’s men as they were beaten in the County Antrim Shield by Linfield, as well as losing out to Ards in the Championship.
However, they picked up points by drawing against Warrenpoint Town and Dundela, as well as victories against Loughgall and Limavady United.
Senan bagged a brace against Dundela and also found the net away at Limavady United.
Appearances: 6
Goals: 3
Total Appearances: 10
Total Goals: 4
AIDAN TEJADA
Aidan enjoyed plenty of game time at Institute as he started four games and was a used substitute in two other contests during September.
Peter Hutton’s men reached the semi-final of the North-West Senior Cup courtesy of a 5-1 success against Dergview.
‘Stute collected points in the Championship with a win against Warrenpoint Town and draws versus Dundela and Ballinamallard United.
However, they suffered disappointment after defeats to both Newington and Annagh United.
Appearances: 6
Goals: 0
Total Appearances: 10
Total Goals: 0