Winger O'Connor joins Ballymena from Hamilton

Ballymena United have signed former Cliftonville and Glentoran winger Daire O'Connor from Scottish side Hamilton Academical.

The 28-year-old becomes the Sky Blues' fourth summer signing and joins on a multi-year deal.

O'Connor had spells with UCD and Cork City before his first Irish Premiership stint with Cliftonville in 2020.

He left the Reds after an impressive campaign with the north Belfast club to sign for Scottish club Ayr in 2021, before he then switched to Glentoran in 2023.

During his sole season with the Glens, O'Connor netted 15 goals and registered 12 assists, prompting a move to Scottish Championship side Hamilton on a two-year deal.

He spent the latter part of last season on loan at East Kilbride, helping them to win the Lowland Football League.

O'Connor follows Ryan McNickle, Declan Breen and Matthew Clarke in joining Jim Ervin's side this summer.