Ballina’s Brady signs for Treaty

By Gary Culbert

There is plenty of talk in local footballing circles surrounding the revival of Limerick FC, but Treaty United are not going anywhere.

In a statement move last week, the League of Ireland First Division side signed one of the highest-profile players to be produced in an NTSFL club, Lough Derg’s Jack Brady.

The 28-year-old was the back-up goalkeeper for Drogheda United last season in the League of Ireland Premier Division.

Brady is no stranger to the Markets Field, having previously played for Treaty in the 2022-2023 season. Other than Drogheda, Brady has also had spells with Galway United, Longford Town, Shelbourne and Limerick FC.

Treaty manager Tommy Barrett has spoken positively about having a player of Brady’s experience on board, especially given his former links to the Mid-West club.

“I am delighted to welcome Jack back to the club,” he said.

“He knows the environment and what is expected here, which is a big plus. He has built a very solid domestic career in Irish football and brings real experience and reliability to our goalkeeping group. Jack is a strong character and we’re pleased to have him back at the Markets Field for the season ahead.”

First-choice Treaty keeper, Corey Chambers, recently departed for Cobh Ramblers, so it is expected that the Lough Derg academy graduate Brady will step straight into the first team ahead of the new season which begins on Friday, 13th February with the fixtures to be released this week.