David Gormley has been axed as Kilwinning Rangers manager after less than nine months in the hotseat.
The West of Scotland League Premier Division side this afternoon announced they have parted ways with the 34-year-old after a run of poor results.
Captain Kevin Nicoll, strikers Dylan Mackin and Thomas Collins and goalkeeping coach David Wilson will now take interim charge as part of a newly appointed 'leadership group' while the Buffs hunt a successor.
A statement published on the club's website said: "The club can confirm we have parted company with manager David Gormley.
"The majority of the committee decided that the results and performances on the park were not up to standard and a change was needed to secure our safety within the WoSFL Premier Division.
"We would like to thank David for his efforts during his time with Kilwinning Rangers and wish him well for the future.
"We would also like to thank coaching staff, Assistant Manager Mark Campbell, coaches David Adams, Bill Reside and Gordon Kidd who also depart.
"Our attention now turns to Saturday’s match vs Hurlford Utd at Buffs Park. We have made the decision to appoint a leadership group within the club containing Club Captain Kevin Nicol, Forwards Dylan Mackin and Thomas Collins alongside Goalkeeping coach David Wilson who remains at the club.
"The club will look to make a swift appointment and will update fans in due course. Anyone interested in the vacant position should email expressions of interests/cvs to club secretary Lauren Grant on secretary@kilwinningrangers.com."
Gormley replaced Chris Strain in the hotseat last April. However, just four wins from 12 league games this season has Kilwinning third bottom of the table and in the relegation zone.
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