An Irish League footballer has landed an "opportunity of a lifetime" after securing a scholarship in the United States. Thomas Maguire will travel to Florida next month to link up with Nova Southeastern University.
The former Cliftonville and Warrenpoint Town winger will spend one year in Fort Lauderdale. He will combine his football with studying for a Masters in business administration.
The 22-year-old hopes his experience in the Irish Premiership stands him in good stead when he plays in the Sunshine State Conference.