United’s gaffer resigns

What is going at Newbuildings United?
Gary Simpson (far left) celebrating with his players after Newbuildings United defeated Institute, in the North West Senior Cup Final.Gary Simpson (far left) celebrating with his players after Newbuildings United defeated Institute, in the North West Senior Cup Final.
Gary Simpson (far left) celebrating with his players after Newbuildings United defeated Institute, in the North West Senior Cup Final.

The club was rocked last week after manager Gary Simpson shocked everyone and resigned, while there are also reports that players are disappointed with his departure.

The East Bank men are going through the most successful period in the club’s history after only a few weeks ago winning the North West Senior Cup for the first time defeating Championship One neighbours Institute.

However Simpson felt that not all the committee members were backing him and he handed in his resignation and although the club tried to change Simpson’s mind after holding talks, the ex-Lincoln Courts man decided to walk away.

“I just felt I didn’t have the full backing of the committee,” stated Simpson.

“Having said all that I really enjoyed my time with the club and I’m thankful the club gave me the opportunity of managing my first club and because of that I want to wish them all the best in the future.”

United chairman John Dougherty was bitterly disappointed with the resignation and although the committee have a few names in mind as a replacement, they won’t be rushed into making an appointment.

“To be honest everyone at the club were shocked when Gary informed us that he was resigning,” stated Dougherty.

“There was one or two issues, which happens at every club, but we were hoping to resolve them, but unfortunately Gary has decided to go, which is disappointing.

“He will be a big loss, because he has done a fantastic job. I would like to thank Gary for the work he did at the club for the last 18 months.

“We have sounded out a few people, but I have to admit because of the time of the year it’s difficult. Having said all that we won’t be rushing into getting a new manager, we want to get the right man.”

Dougherty did confirm that the first team squad were talked to after their game on Saturday and he just wants them to focus on their up and coming League Cup final against near neighbours Oxford United Stars.

“The club and especially the players need to focus on our next match, which is a cup final against Oxford United, at Wilton Park, on Saturday, December 28 (KO 1.30pm).

“At the minute Glenn Wallace, Jason Mills and Craig Lynch are taking care of things in regards the playing side, which is great.”

The club would like to take this opportunity to invite people to apply for the manager’s job.

Anyone interested is asked to please contact the chairman on (0792) 294 9984.

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