Sligo Rovers appoint Tommy Hewitt as boss to replace Steve Feeney

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Women’s Premier Division strugglers Sligo Rovers have appointed Tommy Hewitt as their new senior boss ahead of the 2024 campaign. 

The former Athlone Town chief will take over the Bit O’Red from Steve Feeney at the end of the season. 

Rovers confirmed the impending departure of Feeney on Friday before unveiling Hewitt. 

“I’m very pleased to become manager of Sligo Rovers next month,” Hewitt said. “I spoke to the committee and the staff at the club when the opportunity arose. 

“The vision and plan Sligo Rovers have for the women’s area of the club was very impressive.

“First and foremost I want to commend Steve Feeney. 

“When he took over at the formation of the team, I was immediately on the phone to him to wish him well and offer any advice that I could and have done during his time. He has done an absolutely fantastic job over the two seasons.

“The foundations that have been laid are another reason why the job is so appealing.  

“I’ve always had the hunger to return to management. I think the break has served me well. I want to build on what has been done already and try to push it on further. For me there is no reason why Sligo Rovers can’t climb the table next season.”

Sligo Rovers currently sit ninth in the Women’s top-flight on eight points but did reach the semi-finals of the FAI Cup this season before losing to Athlone.



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