Football Gossip

Speculation had been circulating for some weeks that Tubes wouldn't be in the post come the start of the season.

We understand he will take time to consider his next move but don't be surprised if the popular McIntyre is back in football before too long.

There will be a gaping hole left in the Hutchinson Tiles League programme this season following the news Taverners will not compete in the competition.

However - as we told you some weeks ago - one side which will be taking part is Glebe Rangers' second string.

Last week we revealed Davy Patton had been training with Glebe with an eye to signing for Gareth Scott's men.

However, the hotshot striker has instead opted to join Johnny Law's Tobermore as both a player and assistant manager.

Goalkeeper Matt McGraw is on the move again - he's joined Ballymoney United who now have a wealth of talent available between the sticks.

Boris McCooke is on his way to Raceview while Ian Parkhill is said to be reconsidering a move away from Finvoy.

Over to Bushmills and Stephen Kane is believed to be on the lookout for an assistant.

Football Gossip thinks the man in his sights may be none other that former Dervock gaffer Oliver Laverty who - if given the nod - may bring a couple of the club's players with him.

Glebe trio Trevor Parkhill, Tommy Elder and Stuarty Moore have been called up to the Northern Ireland Junior Select Squad as has Ballymoney's Michael McQuitty.