Gacky back at Coleraine

The towering defender made over 600 appearances for the Bannsiders is returning to the Showgrounds as part of the new look reserve team management.

Also stepping in to replace Aaron Forgrave is fellow old boy Drew Coyles.

“It’s a dream come true,” said Gacky.

“Since I left, people have been asking me if I’ll go back to coach and to be honest, I’m delighted that David Platt wants me to be part of his set-up. I can’t wait to get started.”

Platt said of Gaston who currently lives in Ballymoney: “Gacky is a legend at Coleraine. He has been working hard on his coaching badges and coached a lot in local schools.

“He has built up numerous contacts and earmarked a lot of talented young players.

“Drew knows the game inside out and together they want to take the whole youth system up on to the next step.”