Strabane Athletic have confirmed Mo Mahon has made the difficult decision to step down from his position as First Team Manager.
Following ongoing health issues and suffering a mini stroke, Mo has made the decision to step away from football to focus on what matters most – his health and his family.
Mo leaves the role after a memorable and historic period with Strabane Athletic.
Recently, the club celebrated promotion to senior football and lifted the club’s first-ever North West Senior Cup.
𝐈𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬, 𝐌𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐝:
“After a lot of thought, I have made the difficult decision to step away as manager of Strabane Athletic.
I am absolutely gutted to be leaving. I have loved everything about Strabane Athletic and want to thank the players, staff, committee, volunteers and supporters for making my time at the club so special.
A heartfelt thanks to Seamus and Junior – it was a pleasure working with you daily.
A special thanks to my family for their devoted support throughout my time in football.
Although I am stepping away from the manager’s role, I will always be there in the background when needed. I wish everyone connected with Strabane Athletic every success in the future.”
𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐬 𝐌𝐜𝐄𝐥𝐫𝐨𝐲 also expressed his disappointment at Mo’s decision to step away but stressed that his health must come before any role in football.
“On behalf of the club committee, players and supporters, we thank Mo for everything he has given to Strabane Athletic during his time with us.
We are extremely disappointed to see him step away, but we fully understand and support his decision. His health and family are far more important than football.
Mo will always be welcome at Strabane Athletic, and we wish him every success and, most importantly, good health for the future.”
