Stephen Doherty, Patrick Ferry added to Finn Harps squad

Finn Harps have confirmed the additions of Stephen Doherty and Patrick Ferry.

Illies man Doherty and Gweedore native Ferry have both been recruited by Harps manager Dave Rogers on two-year deals.

Ferry’s signing had already been announced by his previous club, Ballinamallard United, while Doherty returns to Harps following a spell away at Dergview.

Doherty in the Harps senior squad from 2019 to 2021 before setup in from 2019 to 2021 before moving to Institute in 2022. He subsequently switched to Dergview last summer.

Rogers said: “Bringing back Stephen Doherty is a fantastic piece of business for us and I am delighted to tie him down on a two year contract. Stephen is no stranger to Finn Park and the minute we knew he wanted to return and join us for the long term we had to move quickly.

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“His versatility and ability to play in different positions on the left hand side will provide us with greater options throughout the pitch and his enthusiasm and energy and technical skills will add a much needed composure to the squad.

“Stephen has grown and matured over his time at Dergview FC and to have another one of our own show the desire to return to Finn Harps FC and help us move forward is brilliant news for myself and the staff.”

Ferry came through the ranks at Derry City and he finished the 2022/2023 campaign as Ballinamallard’s top scorer.

‘Dixie’ was part of the Derry City Under-19 side that tasted Enda McGuill Cup glory in 2021 alongside current Harps team-mates Caoimhin Porter and Michael Harris.

Rogers said: “Patrick is another local boy who really wanted to join us and be part of our rebuilding process. He is a striker with pace, energy and a fantastic work ethic and tenacity which will hopefully give us an added threat in front of goal.

“I’m sure our Harps faithful will welcome him and support him from the outset and we look forward to getting Patrick integrated with the group and on the field in the very near future.”