Gary Haveron Appointed as New Permanent Manager of the Club
Gary Haveron has been officially appointed as the new permanent manager of the club. He has signed a three-year contract and has been serving as interim manager since August. Under his leadership, the team achieved five consecutive victories without conceding a goal, earning him the NIFWA Manager of the Month award for September.
Background and Previous Roles
The Larne native began his tenure at the club in June 2019 as the first full-time Academy Director. He later transitioned to first team coach under former manager Tiernan Lynch. Haveron took over managerial duties during the second half of the previous season, leading the club to a noteworthy UEFA Conference League win against Belgian side Gent.
Achievements Under Gary Haveron
- Secured a second-place finish in the Sports Direct Premiership.
- Guaranteed European football for the team.
- Five straight wins without conceding a goal.
Official Support and Vision
Football consultant Alex Black expressed enthusiasm for Haveron’s appointment. He noted Gary’s motivation, knowledge, and dedication to the club. Black emphasized Haveron’s intimate understanding of both the team and the league.
Gary’s Vision as Manager
In an upcoming fixture at Solitude against Cliftonville, Gary shared his pride in his new role. He stated, “I’m very proud and honoured to be asked to take this on.” Haveron affirmed his belief in the players and expressed confidence in their potential to compete for honors in the Irish League.
Coaching Staff Changes
As part of his new role, Haveron promoted Mick O’Boyle to the position of assistant manager. Jeff Hughes, Alan Mannus, Keith O’Hara, and Mark Campbell will continue in their respective roles, alongside team attendant Martin Bird. Haveron highlighted the importance of O’Boyle’s openness and strong relationships with players as valuable assets to the team.
The club will be sharing extended interviews with Alex Black, Gary Haveron, and Mick O’Boyle on Emegypt’s social media platforms in the coming days.
