How teams react in the face of adversity is a key measure for separating with potential to those who are the real deal, but Loughgall are passing that test.
Last month, Dean Smith’s side had points deducted from the draws against Dundela and Dergview alongside their win at Annagh, with all of their opponents being awarded three points for those fixtures – which crucially, gave a six-point swing to promotion rivals Annagh.
Furthermore, the Mid Ulster club were hit by a £300 fine.