Andrew joined Extratime.ie in October 2016 and he is a Dublin-based Longford Town supporter still dreaming of watching another back-to-back winning FAI Cup side bring back the famous old trophy to the Midlands. As well as writing for Extratime.ie, Andrew is also a contributor for fellow League of Ireland website Between the Stripes alongside being an online reporter for Longford Town’s official website and he also frequently has feature pieces in the Red and Black’s matchday programme.
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All the author's work on Extratime.ie2019 Season Preview: Cabinteely
With an average age of 20, Cabinteely may possibly have one of the youngest sides to ever compete in the First Division.
Read MoreLeague Report: Bohemians 1 - 0 Finn Harps
Bohemians kicked off their 2019 SSE Airtricity League Premier Division campaign with a rather dour, if not unspectacular, one-nil win over newly promoted Finn Harps at Dalymount Park.
Read MoreSeason Preview: Longford Town
A Playoff spot will probably suffice this year at the City Calling Stadium but in terms of an outside bet for the title, Longford may very well be worth a punt.
Read MoreSeason Preview: UCD
Heavily tipped for relegation, UCD will be acutely aware that they have much to do in order to stay in the top flight come the end of October.
Read MoreJack Brady: If you can keep your composure in this division, hold your nerve, that's the key
Safe to say 2018 was a year that had more than its fair share of challenges for Limerick FC goalkeeper Jack Brady.
Read MoreFriendly Report: Bray Wanderers 0 - 2 Bohemians
Goals from Luke Wade-Slater and Keith Ward set Bohs on their way as Bray were left unfortunate losers despite their valiant effort by the sea.
Read MoreDerry City add three new signings to their ranks as pre-season preparations continue
Derry City have unveiled the triple capture of Darren Cole, Eoghan Stokes and Gerardo Bruna with manager Declan Devine ramping up his pre-season preparations.
Read MoreWatch: Padraig Amond's fine finish sets Newport County up for a glamour FA Cup tie with Pep Guardiola's Man City
The Carlow man has established himself as a bit of a giant-killing merchant in the FA Cup as he played a part in wins over Leeds United and Leicester City, scoring the winner in the latter.
Read MoreFormer Bohemians striker Rob Manley among the new faces as Cabinteely confirm squad for 2019
Shotstopper Stephen McGuinness has re-signed while 2017 PFAI First Division Player of the Year Kieran Marty Waters has committed to another year with the club.
Read MoreCabinteely unveil new underage academy
First Division outfit Cabinteely have unveiled a new underage academy structure which will feed players directly into their elite under-13 National League side.
Read MoreLongford Town unveil capture of Conor Kenna
First Division Longford Town have announced the signing of former Bray Wanderers defender Conor Kenna.
Read MoreGalway United add Matthew Barrett and James Tierney to squad
First Division Galway United have unveiled the double signing of attacker Matthew Barrett and goalkeeper James Tierney.
Read MoreGalway United sign American striker Shane Doherty
The 22-year-old joins the Tribesmen having impressed in the college football scene in the US with Rowan University.
Read MoreJimmy Keohane leaves Cork City to join English League One side Rochdale
He will link up once more with his former City teammates Ryan Delaney and Stephen Dooley at Spotland.
Read MoreGalway add more experience as Marc Ludden re-signs with hometown club
Ludden has played more than 140 games for the Tribesmen in both the Premier and First Division with United which will be a crucial addition to Alan Murphy’s young guns.
Read MoreWexford's record goalscorer Danny Furlong returns to Ferrycarrig Park
Furlong makes his return to Ferrycarrig Park for his third stint at the Crossabeg venue after spells in New Zealand with Southern United and with second-tier rivals Galway United.
Read MoreNo League of Ireland return for David McMillan as former Dundalk striker joins Hamilton Accies on loan
McMillan joins the Accies after a relatively unsuccessful opening year in Scotland with just 23 appearances and five goals to his name.
Read MoreKenny Browne signs on for another year with Waterford
Browne won the First Division under the guidance of manager Alan Reynolds before playing a pivotal role in the club reaching the Europa League after a fourth-place finish last term.
Read MoreCork City sign right-back Gary Boylan from Sligo Rovers
Boylan, who in the process of recovering from a cruciate ligament injury sustained last summer, made 101 appearances for the north-west side over five seasons.
Read MoreFriendly Report: UCD 0 - 0 Shelbourne
UCD continued their Collingwood Cup/Premier Division preparations with a hard-fought nil-nil draw with free spending Shelbourne at the UCD Bowl.
Read MoreCork teenager Adam O'Reilly signs first pro deal with Preston North End
The 17-year-old Corkonian’s debut for the first team came in a 1-1 draw against Aston Villa last month when he replaced compatriot Graham Burke in the closing stages of the game at Deepdale.
Read MoreTeenager William Hondermarck joins Norwich City after breakthrough season at Drogheda United
The French-born bustling midfielder made 14 First Division appearances for Tim Clancy’s side with his solitary strike for the United Park outfit coming in a 7-2 defeat away to Shelbourne in the EA Sports Cup.
Read MoreTitle-winning defender Iarfhlaith Davoren signs for Galway United as a player-coach
Davoren, a former FAI Cup and league title winner with Sligo Rovers, joins the Tribesmen after stints at the Bit O’Red, Cork City, Tulsa Roughnecks and as player-coach with PSC FC in California.
Read MoreDundalk coach Vinny Perth and Robbie Keane among those enrolled on the latest UEFA Pro Licence course
Former All-Ireland-winning coach with Donegal Jim McGuinness, who recently accepted his first head coach role with Charlottesville City in the US, is also enrolled on the 18-month course.
Read MoreGlenavon sign Robert Garrett from Linfield
Danske Bank Premier League side Glenavon have announced the signing of Linfield midfielder Robert Garrett.
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