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Scottish Sun
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Premiership club appoint youth guru who nurtured Lewis Ferguson, James McCarthy and James McArthur
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PREMIERSHIP club have appointed youth guru George Cairns as their new academy director. The experienced coach spent two decades overseeing Hamilton Accies' youth academy and nurtured the likes of James McCarthy, James McArthur, Lewis Ferguson and Greg Docherty during his time in South Lanarkshire. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Cairs (left) with former Accies boss and now Livi coach Brian Rice Credit: The Sun He left Accies in 2024 and has been weighing up his next move in Scottish football since. Now he's back in youth football once again after landing his latest job at Livingston, where he will work alongside Brian Rice and Brian Potter again, along with David Martindale for the first time. Speaking to Livingston's website after completing his move, Cairns said: 'I'm delighted to be joining Livingston as Academy Director. Following many positive discussions with the board I believe I can push the academy forward to new heights by developing an efficient cycle of talent through our ranks and into the First Team, to add to the momentum and feel-good factor currently surrounding the club. 'I'm fresh and ready for the challenge after taking a season long break from football following a two-decade stint at Hamilton Academical. "During that time, I progressed from part–time coach into the Academy Director role, where I oversaw the professional development and wellbeing of hundreds of young aspiring players, as well as staff, year on year. "In that time, the academy graduates we produced have registered over 1000 professional appearances, as well as 100+ international caps, with the likes of James McCarthy and James McArthur winning the FA Cup, and more recently, Lewis Ferguson winning the Coppa Italia with the Bologna side which he captains. 'They thrived in an environment which valued high standards consisting of hard work, humility and respect. "The culture we created was tested on the highest possible stage as we made two ventures into the UEFA Youth League, where we went toe–to–toe with the likes of Basel, FC Midtjylland and Molde. "That environment and culture is what I'll be looking to replicate at Livingston, and I very much look forward to what the future holds.' Cairns was an influential figure in the transformation of Accies' academy which led to the breakthrough of the aforementioned international stars. He helped current Livi stars Lewis Smith and Andy Winter flourish in senior football too as they were handed their first team debuts as teenagers at Accies. Lions boss Martindale reckons the appointment could be the club's most important 'signing' this summer. He said: 'When the opportunity to bring George in came along, I spoke to the board and asked if it was something we could do. 'They were very supportive and it's a huge step forward for our academy. 'I'm really looking forward to working with George and offering my support and availability whenever needed, as I know he will be fantastic for the academy. 'It's potentially the most important signing this summer – that's how important George will be for the academy, and subsequently for the club.' More to follow. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
18-06-2025
- Daily Record
Dunoon ferry water search 'concluded' after missing man 'fell overboard'
Police Scotland and HM Coastguard have confirmed that the search has ended for the man reported missing after falling overboard from a ferry near Dunoon. The search for a missing 64-year-old man who fell overboard from a ferry near Dunoon has ended as police provide "support to his family". The passenger was reported missing at around 1pm on the Sound of Shuna by his wife as they sailed between Gourock to Dunoon on Father's Day (Sunday June 15). A major multi-agency search operation was launched involving the HM Coastguard helicopter, RNLI lifeboats and nearby vessels, as well as Police Scotland officers, their Dive and Marine Unit and Air Support Unit. Western Ferries suspended their services while the rescue operation was underway as searches were carried out on the water and shorelines. However, the search has now concluded, with HM Coastguard noting that it was stood down at around 4.30pm on Monday with nothing found. The force confirmed that although water searches have ceased, enquiries remain ongoing as officers provide support to his family. Chief Inspector James McArthur said: "Around 1.40pm on Sunday, 15 June, 2025, we received a report of a 64-year-old man missing from a ferry travelling between Gourock and Dunoon. "Police and partner agencies including the Coastguard attended and extensive searches have been carried out on the water and shorelines. Local officers have been assisted by our Dive and Marine Unit and Air Support Unit. "The water searches have concluded, however our enquiries remain ongoing and officers are providing support to his family." A spokesperson for HM Coastguard said: "At around 1.24pm on Sunday 15 June, HM Coastguard received reports of a person overboard from a ferry travelling between Hunters Quay and Gourock, Scotland. "An HM Coastguard Rescue Helicopter and fixed wing aircraft were sent, alongside Coastguard Rescue Teams from Dunoon, Greenock, Kames, and Largs. Lifeboats from Helensburgh and Largs also joined the search. "The search was stood down at around 4.30pm yesterday with nothing found." A spokesperson for Western Ferries said at the time: "At approximately 13.20 on Sunday 15th June, the crew of Western Ferries' Sound of Shuna were alerted to an overboard incident. The vessel's crew immediately initiated the overboard procedures in accordance with maritime safety protocols. "Emergency services were contacted, and a co-ordinated search and rescue operation was launched involving all four Western Ferries vessels, RNLI lifeboats from Helensburgh and Largs, Caledonian MacBrayne's Ali Cat and several private vessels, together with the HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopter." "Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service were also in attendance. Regrettably after an exhaustive search the individual was not located, and the Coastguard made the difficult decision to call off the search at around 8.30pm. "Western Ferries' Managing Director Gordon Ross has commended the emergency agencies and all those involved with the search for their prompt response and assistance." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Glasgow Times
18-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
Clyde searches conclude after man overboard from ferry
RNLI and coastguard crews responded along with police to a report of a person having gone overboard from a Western Ferries vessel, MV Sound of Shuna, as it crossed from McInroy's Point to Hunters Quay at around 1.20pm on Sunday. All of Western Ferries' vessels joined the search, as did the CalMac ferry MV Ali Cat and a number of private vessels. The search was suspended at around 8.30pm on Sunday, but after coastguard teams were spotted at the McInroy's Point terminal the following day, HM Coastguard confirmed that teams from Greenock, Helensburgh, Kames and Dunoon had resumed the search on Monday. However, in a further statement on Tuesday, the coastguard confirmed that the teams involved in the search had since been stood down with nothing having been found. Police Scotland, who confirmed on Monday that a 64-year-old man had been reported missing from the ferry, also said that searches of the water had concluded. The incident occurred on Sunday (Image: George Munro) Police confirmed they were providing support to the man's family following the incident. Western Ferries and CalMac vessels took part in the search, that was also comprised of two RNLI crews, five coastguard teams, a number of private vessels as well as Police Scotland vessels. Rescue teams were seen at McInroy's Point ferry terminal in Gourock on Monday, before HM Coastguard told the Tele that teams from Greenock, Helensburgh, Kames and Dunoon had been sent that afternoon to assist in the search. In a statement issued to the Tele at lunchtime on Tuesday, a spokesperson for HM Coastguard said: "At around 1.24pm on Sunday, June 15, HM Coastguard received reports of a person overboard from a ferry travelling between Hunters Quay and Gourock, Scotland. "An HM Coastguard rescue helicopter and fixed wing aircraft were sent, alongside coastguard rescue teams from Dunoon, Greenock, Kames, and Largs. "Lifeboats from Helensburgh and Largs also joined the search. The search was stood down at around 4.30pm on June 16, with nothing found." Police Scotland also confirmed that searches of the water across the five mile stretch between Gourock and Cowal, had concluded. Enquiries remain ongoing. READ NEXT: Angry residents say re-routing of vital bus service is 'utter joke' READ NEXT: 'Glasgow deserves better': Heritage groups slam approval of O2 ABC siteplans Chief Inspector James McArthur said: "Around 1.40pm on Sunday, June 15 we received a report of a 64-year-old man missing from a ferry travelling between Gourock and Dunoon. "Police and partner agencies including the Coastguard attended and extensive searches have been carried out on the water and shorelines. Local officers have been assisted by our dive and marine unit and air support unit. "The water searches have concluded. However our enquiries remain ongoing and officers are providing support to his family."
The National
17-06-2025
- The National
Search concludes after man goes overboard from Clyde ferry
RNLI and coastguard crews responded along with police to a report of a person having gone overboard from a Western Ferries vessel, MV Sound of Shuna, as it crossed from McInroy's Point to Hunters Quay at around 1.20pm on Sunday. All of Western Ferries' vessels joined the search, as did the CalMac ferry MV Ali Cat and a number of private vessels. READ MORE: Girl, 11, seriously injured after dog attack The search was suspended at around 8.30pm on Sunday, but after coastguard teams were spotted at the McInroy's Point terminal the following day, HM Coastguard confirmed that teams from Greenock, Helensburgh, Kames and Dunoon had resumed the search on Monday. However, in a further statement on Tuesday, the coastguard confirmed that the teams involved in the search had since been stood down with nothing having been found. Police Scotland, who confirmed on Monday that a 64-year-old man had been reported missing from the ferry, also said that searches of the water had concluded. The incident occurred on Sunday (Image: George Munro) Police confirmed they were providing support to the man's family following the incident. Western Ferries and CalMac vessels took part in the search, that was also comprised of two RNLI crews, five coastguard teams, a number of private vessels as well as Police Scotland vessels. Rescue teams were seen at McInroy's Point ferry terminal in Gourock on Monday, before HM Coastguard told the Tele that teams from Greenock, Helensburgh, Kames and Dunoon had been sent that afternoon to assist in the search. In a statement issued at lunchtime on Tuesday, a spokesperson for HM Coastguard said: "At around 1.24pm on Sunday, June 15, HM Coastguard received reports of a person overboard from a ferry travelling between Hunters Quay and Gourock, Scotland. READ MORE: Council approves O2 ABC site plans for student accommodation "An HM Coastguard rescue helicopter and fixed wing aircraft were sent, alongside coastguard rescue teams from Dunoon, Greenock, Kames, and Largs. "Lifeboats from Helensburgh and Largs also joined the search. The search was stood down at around 4.30pm on June 16, with nothing found." Police Scotland also confirmed that searches of the water across the five mile stretch between Gourock and Cowal, had concluded. Enquiries remain ongoing. Chief Inspector James McArthur said: "Around 1.40pm on Sunday, June 15 we received a report of a 64-year-old man missing from a ferry travelling between Gourock and Dunoon. "Police and partner agencies including the Coastguard attended and extensive searches have been carried out on the water and shorelines. Local officers have been assisted by our dive and marine unit and air support unit. "The water searches have concluded. However our enquiries remain ongoing and officers are providing support to his family."
Glasgow Times
16-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
Man, 64, reported missing from ferry in Firth of Clyde
The 64-year-old was travelling on Western Ferries' Sound of Shuna vessel between Gourock and Dunoon when the incident is said to have taken place at around 1.20pm on Sunday. A major search operation was launched with five Coastguard teams deployed alongside a search and rescue helicopter, RNLI lifeboats, all four Western Ferries vessels, Caledonian MacBrayne's Ali Cat and several private vessels. 'Exhaustive' searches were then carried out on the water and shoreline. Western Ferries has since stated that 'regrettably' the individual was not located and that HM Coastguard suspended their search at around 8.30pm on Sunday. READ NEXT: Person overboard search in Firth of Clyde suspended A spokesperson for the company said: 'At approximately 1.20pm on Sunday, June 15, the crew of Western Ferries' Sound of Shuna were alerted to an overboard incident. 'The vessel's crew immediately initiated the overboard procedures in accordance with maritime safety protocols. 'Emergency services were contacted, and a coordinated search and rescue operation was launched involving all four Western Ferries vessels, RNLI lifeboats from Helensburgh and Largs, Caledonian MacBrayne's Ali Cat and several private vessels, together with the HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopter. 'Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service were also in attendance. Regrettably, after an exhaustive search, the individual was not located, and the Coastguard made the difficult decision to call off the search at around 8.30pm. 'Western Ferries' Managing Director Gordon Ross has commended the emergency agencies and all those involved with the search for their prompt response and assistance.' Police Scotland confirmed they had received reports of a 64-year-old man missing from a ferry travelling in this area. READ NEXT: Man in hospital after being 'stabbed' on Glasgow street The force added that their search remains ongoing, and officers are providing support to his family. Chief Inspector James McArthur said: 'Around 1.40pm on Sunday, June 15, 2025, we received a report of a 64-year-old man missing from a ferry travelling between Gourock and Dunoon. 'Police and partner agencies, including the Coastguard, attended, and extensive searches have been carried out on the water and shoreline. 'Searches and enquiries on ongoing, and officers are providing support to his family.' Earlier today, a HM Coastguard spokesperson commented: "HM Coastguard responded to reports of a person overboard between the Hunter's Quay and Gourock area in Scotland on Sunday, June 15. "A HM Coastguard search and rescue helicopter was tasked to conduct a search, alongside coastguard rescue teams from Largs, Kames, Helensburgh, Greenock and Dunoon, in addition to RNLI lifeboats from Helensburgh and Largs. "Nearby vessels were also called to assist. Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service were also in attendance. "The search has been suspended."
