Harry Kenny to leave Bray Wanderers at the end of the season

Harry Kenny and Bray Wanderers have confirmed that they will part company at the conclusion of the Premier Division season as per a press release from both the manager and club.

In a statement just released moments after Bray’s thrilling 3-3 draw at home to Galway United, Kenny has confirmed that he will leave after the final game of the Seagulls season.

“It was with mixed emotions that I inform the board of Bray Wanderers FC that I would not be available as Manager for next season.”

Kenny, who took over the reins of the club in June 2016 on a permanent basis following the departure of Mick Cooke, leaves the club after qualifying for the IRN-BRU Cup in Scotland while pushing the Seagulls to the brink of European Football at the same time.

Citing his commitments in his role with the FAI, Kenny has decided that he will depart the Carlisle Grounds after the final game of the season away to Cork City at Turners Cross.

“I have had two happy and relatively successful years at Bray. Naturally, I regret that we did not achieve more in competition but progress has been steady and we are currently knocking on the door of European football. For me, a stage has been reached where I believe it important to give undivided attention to my role at the FAI.

“I will always recall with gratitude and fondness the respect and many kindnesses shown to me by supporters, players, Board and backroom staff of the club. Special thanks are due to my Management team for their professionalism and forbearance and to the Board for their trust and confidence in giving me an opportunity to manage a Premier Division club.”

Finishing off his statement, Kenny added that he wishes all at the club the best in the future.

Also making a statement was the club itself who have said that they have accepted his resignation despite being disappointed in the outcome.

“We are disappointed that a Coach who has achieved so much for the Club has to resign but we are very conscious of the circumstances and conditions under which he has had to make this decision.”

The Bray Wanderers Board of Directors have also penned an appraisal of Kenny’s time at the club, lauding his efforts at establishing underage links with St Joseph’s Boys and representing the club with great honour and respect with both fans and media alike.

“He has brought great honour and success to our Club and has been the model Coach since his appointment. He has worked closely with our Junior Partners – St Joseph’s Boys Club. And he has portrayed the Club in the best manners and traditions of sport – always available to the media and always courteous to our fans.”

The club have gone on record saying that they would like to thank Kenny for his efforts and time spent while in the role.

“Harry will always be welcome here and we will always remember the new impetus he brought to our Club. We thank him and wish him and his family every success in the future.”