SHAMROCK ROVERS HAVE announced the appointment of Gavin Hughes as the senior women’s first team manager ahead of the 2027 season.
Hughes joins the club after being in charge of Sligo Rovers, guiding them to a seventh-place finish in the league. Shamrock Rovers parted ways with James O’Callaghan recently following the conclusion of a campaign where they finished fourth in the Premier Division, 15 points behind champions Athlone Town.
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“It’s a real privilege to take on the role of manager at Rovers, and I want to see this women’s senior team continue to grow, progress and achieve what it is capable of,” said Hughes.
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“What matters most is the club, the players and the people who support it. I want to build an environment where everyone feels valued, standards are high, everyone fights for each other and wearing the Rovers badge means something special.
“The players will be at the heart of everything we do. I want a group that plays with passion, pride, togetherness and commitment, and that gives everything for this club every time they step onto the pitch.
“I’m looking forward to getting to work and bringing everyone together behind one common goal.”
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Hughes announced as new Shamrock Rovers women's manager
SHAMROCK ROVERS HAVE announced the appointment of Gavin Hughes as the senior women’s first team manager ahead of the 2027 season.
Hughes joins the club after being in charge of Sligo Rovers, guiding them to a seventh-place finish in the league. Shamrock Rovers parted ways with James O’Callaghan recently following the conclusion of a campaign where they finished fourth in the Premier Division, 15 points behind champions Athlone Town.
“It’s a real privilege to take on the role of manager at Rovers, and I want to see this women’s senior team continue to grow, progress and achieve what it is capable of,” said Hughes.
“What matters most is the club, the players and the people who support it. I want to build an environment where everyone feels valued, standards are high, everyone fights for each other and wearing the Rovers badge means something special.
“The players will be at the heart of everything we do. I want a group that plays with passion, pride, togetherness and commitment, and that gives everything for this club every time they step onto the pitch.
“I’m looking forward to getting to work and bringing everyone together behind one common goal.”
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