Ballymena United manager Oran Kearney expressed optimism about the team's progress after a 3-0 victory over Linfield in their opening match of the season. The Sky Blues lost 2-1 to Crusaders in their second game, but Kearney praised their adaptability following a summer overhaul of 11 new signings. "We were happy with the start that we got, but just a bit frustrated that we didn't back it up last Saturday," he said. The manager emphasized the need to build on their early success ahead of Friday's match against Glentoran, which will be streamed live on BBC platforms. Glentoran, who beat Limavady United in their opener, face a tough test against one of the title favorites. Kearney, who took charge in December after replacing Jim Ervin, reiterated his focus on consistency: "We all want to do better than last year... we want to get into a habit of winning games." The manager also welcomed the Irish League's growing investment, noting Cliftonville's potential shift to a full-time model. "It has to be exciting times for the league... for all aspects of it," he added.