Kevin McStay is to step back from his duties as manager of the Mayo footballers “for the immediate future” in order to deal with “some personal health issues”.
In his third year as manager, McStay became unwell at a training session on Saturday and was taken for tests to hospital where he remains under observation. This removes him from the sideline for next Saturday’s All-Ireland group match against Tyrone in Omagh.
Mayo are under pressure after surprisingly losing their opening fixture with Cavan in Castlebar in what is a tough group, completed by Ulster champions Donegal. Coach and assistant manager, Stephen Rochford looks set to take charge of team affairs in McStay’s absence.
In a statement confirming the…