LADIES: Coleraine face DC this Thursday

Alison NIcholl's side face a tough opener against Donegal Celtic, but the girls are relishing the challenge and are looking forward to their first competitive game."We have been back in training now for the past few months. We have a few new faces on board, and the girls are looking forward to the start of the season," told Alison.

Last Thursday night Coleraine took on Linfield Reserves in a friendly at Coleraine University.

Goals from Lauren Wade (2) and Chloe McCarron helped the team to a 3-1 victory over the Windsor Park side.

"I was happy with the display in the friendly.

"Linfield have a few good strong players, but we were able to hold our own against them.

"Donegal Celtic are a strong team and I have no doubt it'll be a tough test for us.

"We played them a few times last year, but if we go out with the right attitude on Thursday night, I have no doubt that we can start off our season with a win."