Elgin City assistant manager Steven MacKay steps down from Borough Briggs role with former boss Jim Weir tipped to replace him in number two position
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Steven MacKay is quitting his role as Elgin City's assistant manager - and a familiar face could replace him.
MacKay (40) said his work commitments, which restricted him in the job when he joined last August, forced him to make the reluctant decision to leave after just one season.
His departure could pave the way for Jim Weir to return to Elgin as manager Gavin Price's assistant.
Weir came back to the Black and Whites late last season in a coaching role under Price, who was his assistant when Weir managed Elgin between November 2014 and October 2017.
Price has made no secret of his desire to bring Weir back on a permanent basis, with the possibility of a role reversal from their previous partnership.
MacKay told the club's website: "It was not an easy decision to leave my position as Assistant Manager and it’s something I spent a lot of time thinking about before finally deciding.
"Due to work commitments it became too difficult to get to Borough Briggs for training on a Thursday as my position at Langfields has changed and I have essentially been based in Manchester full time since March which made travelling to training and mid-week games unsustainable.
"I believe that Gavin, the players and the club deserve more commitment than what I was able to offer.
"I have a fantastic relationship with Gavin and I have learned so much from him over the course of last season which will make me a better coach / manager in the future.
"I want to thank the club for giving me the opportunity to work in the Scottish League and I wish them every success next season."
Steven MacKay interviewed (below) after Elgin City's home draw against Kelty Hearts last season.
Price said: "I would like to thank Sid for his commitment to the club last season and the support he gave me personally.
"He had a great working relationship with me and the players and will be missed."
Chairman Graham Tatters added: "Steven's tenure may have been short but in that period he worked hard and was a great support to Gavin.
"Unfortunately, Steven's work took him from Dunfermline to Manchester and he felt he could no longer give the commitment required for this position.
"He had developed an excellent relationship with the first team and staff.
"He will be sorely missed but we wish him well wherever his future lies.
"Furthermore, we would like to congratulate him on his NC500 challenge in aid of MFR Cash for Kids raising an incredible £46K for this charity."
