SJFA News - Tuesday, February 19
Healy resigns from Luncarty
It was with reluctance that Luncarty Football Club accepted the resignation of manager Andy Healy prior to Saturday's 5-1 defeat by Lochore Welfare.
Healy, who took over as manager at the beginning of November last year, cited family reasons for his decision to step down.
A club spokesperson said: “We would like to thank Andy for his hard work over the last few months and wish him all the best for the future.”
The club are inviting applications for the position, either by contacting club President Jimmy Meiklejohn on 07535 711 182 or by emailing C.V. to luncartyprog@yahoo.co.uk.
Neill joins Meadow
Clyde midfielder John Neill has swapped Broadwood for Meadow Park after accepting the opportunity to join junior side Irvine Meadow until the end of the season.
The former Hearts, Queen’s Park and East Stirling player has been with the Bully Wee since the summer of 2011 and has played 15 times this season and manager Jim Duffy said: “John is one of our more experienced players but he wanted regular football and he will get that in this loan spell.”
Deasley and Maguire go Junior
Peterhead have released winger Bryan Deasley to allow him to sign for Junior side Lochee United.
The former Dundee, Arbroath and Forfar player joined the Blue Toon 18 months ago and played in nearly 40 games however he has not started a game since October.
The Blue Toon have also allowed Stephen Maguire to return on loan to his former junior side Shotts Bon Accord after work commitments were restricting his appearances for Jim McInally’s side,
Arthurlie place Shepherd on transfer list
Arthurlie have agreed to place former Partick Thistle goalkeeper Graeme Shepherd on the transfer list. Any interested clubs should contact Club Secretary Andrew Pollock.