Paul Cook’s Wigan knocked off the top after Blackpool defeat
Paul Cook’s Wigan were knocked off the top of League One in England last night. They lost 2-0 at home to Blackpool, and were overtaken by Shrewsbury, though they still have a game in-hand. Cook’s side are now preparing for the FA Cup last 16 tie at home to Premier…
Rovers sign attacker Alistair Roy on loan from Hearts
Sligo Rovers have confirmed the signing of Hearts’ Alistair Roy on loan until 30 June subject to international clearance. Roy, who can feature on the wing or up front, made his debut at a 17-year-old for the Scottish Premiership side and has had three loans spells as part of his development, with…
Rovers agree to Derry request for venue switch due to Brandywell redevelopment
Sligo Rovers have agreed to reverse the venue for their second game of the season, against Derry City. The Candystripes requested that the game on Friday fortnight be moved to the Showgrounds due to the redevelopment Brandywell not being complete in time. It means that the game between the two…
Rovers appoint Danny O’Leary as head of youth development
Danny O’Leary has been appointed as the new head of youth development at Sligo Rovers. With all the justifiable fanfare about the exciting new pre-season arrivals it might just have gone under the radar that no fewer than five of Sligo Rovers first team squad for the forthcoming campaign are…
Rovers on the lookout for match stewards
As we approach the start of the new season additional matchday stewards are being sought by Sligo Rovers. The role of the steward is to help ensure a safe and secure environment for fans. Primarily this involves general crowd monitoring and observation with any incidents being dealt with by security…
Ballisodare and Carbury learn their opponents for Connacht Cup 4th round
The draw for the fourth round of the Connacht Junior Cup has been made. Ballisodare United have been drawn at home to Galway side West United, while Carbury have home advantage for their tie against Galway’s Corrib Rangers. Elsewhere, Boyle Celtic will be at home to St Bernard’s of Galway,…
Coleman hopeful his return offers inspiration to injured team-mate McCarthy
Seamus Coleman says he hopes his return from a double leg-break this week serves as inspiration for his good friend, and Everton and Ireland team-mate James McCarthy to make a similar recovery. The Killybegs man played a full 90 minutes in his first game back for the first team after…