Darren Hall was an Associate Schoolboy with Norwich during the 1991/92 season. He was not offered professional terms by the club and returned to his native Northern Ireland. Originally joining Glentoran in 1992, Belfast born Darren made only a few appearances for them before signing for Ards in July 1995. Darren has Northern Ireland Under 18, Schoolboy, Under 16 and Under 15 caps. Although he started his career as a striker, he now plays as a midfielder.