Controversial chairman Denis O'Connor resigns from Bray Wanderers

Denis O'Connor has announced his resignation as chairman and director of Bray Wanderers with immediate effect.

The controversial administrator has also resigned as a director of Milway Dawn, the company that owns 92% of the club.

That company is 80% owned by the club's erstwhile backer, Gerry Mulvey, with O'Connor owning a 20% - it's not yet known what interest the company will retain in the football club.

In a statement released to the media via the club, O'Connor said his reasons for stepping down were personal while thanking those involved in the club for their support.

He concludes with thinly-veiled digs at the club's dormant fans and at the media, thanking the latter for their 'fair and balanced' reporting.

Statement from Denis O'Connor:

I have resigned my position as Chairman/ Director of Bray Wanderers FC and also as Director of Milway Dawn. Limited.

My involvement with the Club has been driven by a desire to resolve legacy issues and get the Senior Squad in the top half of the League Table which can only be achieved by putting the necessary support structures in place.
 

My decision is driven by personal reasons. That is all for another day.

I wish to express my sincere gratitude to my fellow Directors , Officers in the Club and the extremely hardworking and loyal people who give of their time freely - all with the interest of the Club at heart.

It would be remiss not to refer to Harry Kenny - a true gentleman in every sense of the word. Someone with whom I developed a very close friendship - we talked or met nearly every day. More importantly he brought a business sense to the role of head coach as well as a football knowledge and I will forever regard him as a true friend.

Finally I wish all the teams and coaches the best of luck for the remainder of the season and it goes  without saying I will always be available to help the Club when feasible and where possible if asked.

On a general note best wishes to my colleagues in The PCA as they work together for the betterment of The League. And to the officials in the FAI who supported us.

To the true fans - keep up the good work and support your Club at the stiles. To the media - thanks for fair and balanced reporting.