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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Tony Docherty breaks Dundee sack silence as he eyes quickfire dugout return
In an exclusive interview with Record Sport, Docherty insists he looks back on his time at Dens Park with pride Tony Docherty insists he's itching to get back into management after his shock sacking by Dundee. Docherty was surprisingly axed by Dees chiefs at the end of the season - less than 24 hours after guiding the club to Premiership survival. He's since been replaced by Steven Pressley, an appointment that has gone down like a lead balloon with supporters. But the 54-year-old has revealed he's ready to make a quick-fire return to the dugout after a rollercoaster two years at Dens Park. He told Record Sport: "Absolutely. I'm open to anything. I've been in the game a long, long time. "I've been 25 years in dressing rooms at first team level as a coach, as an assistant manager and most recently as a manager. "I just love that environment. I've got that educational background. That's my passion. My passion is improving and developing players and I'm just looking forward to the next opportunity I get to do that." Docherty had been Derek McInnes' long-serving right-hand man at St Johnstone, Bristol City, Aberdeen and Kilmarnock before deciding to go out on his own in 2023. In his debut season in Tayside, Docherty impressively led Dundee to their first top-six finish in nine years and earned multiple Manager of the Year nominations. He nurtured one of the youngest squads in the top-flight, handing more minutes to Under-21 players than any other boss. Experienced Docherty also played a key role in the development of breakout stars Luke McCowan and Lyall Cameron, who have since sealed life-changing moves to Celtic and Rangers And Docherty was the man who ended Dundee's 69-year wait for a derby win in the Scottish Cup, as well as leading them to their first win at Tannadice in two decades. Asked if he reflects on his time at the helm with pride, he said: "Yeah, I think so. I look back on it, and there's a lot within that as well, like your record-breaking derby wins. "Sometimes it can be challenging when you improve and develop players, particularly the young players. I take a lot of pride in the fact that there was a stat out just recently, they were saying about how much we were the youngest team in the league. "So I take pride in that as well, knowing that I played a big part. Not just your boys that you mentioned there, but Owen Beck, Ziyad Larkeche, Aaron Donnelly, Oluwaseun Adewumi... you could go through them all. "I do look back on it with a good sense of pride, but as I say, that chapter's gone now and it's about moving on to the next challenge." Docherty isn't wasting his time by sitting around waiting for the phone to ring for a new job. He spent last week sharing his experience and skills at Oriam as part of the Scottish FA's Uefa A Licence coaching course. Docherty - who revealed he's been sent messages of support by other SPFL bosses - added: "Yeah, I've been busy. I always keep myself busy anyway, but I was down at the SFA A Licence Course, taking the coaches through, being on the staff there with a lot of former managers like Robbie Neilson, Callum Davidson and Jack Ross, boys like that. "So I really enjoyed that. I'm keeping myself busy just waiting for the next challenge. "Football's football. You move on as quickly as you can. I look back on my time at Dundee with real pride, particularly with guys like McCowan, Cameron, Beck and Josh Mulligan. "I would like to think I played a pivotal part in their development and I'm just readying myself for the next challenge." Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
David Moyes' dad reveals pride at his son's OBE that comes on the back of his own MBE – and an Icelandic knighthood
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EVERTON manager David Moyes picked up an OBE at Windsor Castle last week. And when he received his award from Prince William he was maintaining a family tradition. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 David Moyes poses with his OBE Credit: AP 5 He was given the honour by Prince William Credit: PA 5 David Moyes Snr has been recognised both in the UK and in Iceland Credit: Willie Vass - The Sun Glasgow Because dad David senior was awarded an MBE in 2000 - as well a knighthood from the Icelandic government! Moyes senior was a guest of the Icelandic FA at last weekend's Hampden friendly against Scotland, where he was given another presentation salver by the country grateful for his help in establishing them as a footballing nation. Moyes snr. may be 89 years old but he has a hectic lifestyle that would exhaust a man half his age. In the past few weeks he's been at Everton's final match at Goodison Park against Southampton. Days later he was down south again to a Park Lane hotel to see son David - already a three-time Manager of the Year - inducted into the League Managers' Association's elite 1000-game Club. That was followed by a family trip to Windsor Castle last week where Everton boss Moyes was presented with an O.B.E. for services to football. Moyes senior told Sunsport: 'Everywhere I've gone recently, I was getting a glass of champagne stuck in my hand. 'I don't even like the stuff. I'd rather have a whisky! 'The trip down for David to get his OBE was a proud moment. 'You only get four invitations and he obviously took his wife Pamela and his children David and Lauren. Awkward moment new BBC MOTD favourite upsets David Moyes with comment live on TV as he gives deadpan response 'His brother Kenneth and I were down with them and it was a great experience. 'When I got mine I was supposed to get it from The Queen at Buckingham Palace but she was ill so it was Prince Charles, as he was then. 'David was due to get his from King Charles but it was actually Prince William. 'The people at Windsor Castle said it was already rare for a father and son to get an honour but it would've been even more rare for them to be presented by the same member of the Royal Family. 'They asked me to bring my MBE own with me so they could get photos of us all together. 'And we were told that Prince William spent longer speaking to David than a lot of other people because he's obviously a big Aston Villa supporter, so that was nice. 'Back when I got mine, you were lined up to receive your honour in alphabetical order. I had Lulu in front of me and Michael Parkinson behind me!' Moyes' plush flat in Glasgow's West End is full of football mementoes from a long life in the game. 5 David Moyes Snr with Iceland shirts gifted to him on his 80th birthday Credit: Willie Vass - The Sun Glasgow He was presented with the Knight of the Falcon - the equivalent of an Icelandic knighthood - for services to football on the island. He's also the only non-Icelander to be given an FA gold medal - normally reserved for players who have reached 50 caps. Moyes worked at juvenile outfit Drumchapel Amateurs for 29 years, where his links with Iceland were forged. He said: 'Every time I see Sir Alex Ferguson we end up talking about Drumchapel because he started out there. 'We played in a tournament in Austria in the early 60s and there was an Icelandic team there. 'We invited them to Scotland and they sailed from Reykjavik to Leith. 'I used to go across a lot and sent coaches and players. 'The Icelandic FA were kind enough to put me forward for a Knight of the Falcon - their knighthood - for services to football in Iceland in 1989. 'When I went over for the ceremony to receive it there were banners saying, 'Welcome Sir David'! 'I knew all the best Icelandic players. I was a scout for Rangers for 15 years and I brought the manager against Scotland at Hampden last week, Arnar Gunnlaugsson, over to Ibrox when he was 14. 5 David Moyes Snr with David Moyes in the late 70s with Drumchapel United's trophies Credit: Willie Vass - The Sun Glasgow 'He was one of twins - his brother Bjarki was also an international player. 'They came from an amazing street in the town of Akranes. 'There were six houses in the street. The brothers lived in one, Siggi Jonsson's family lived in another. He went on to play for Sheffield Wednesday and is regarded as one of the best Icelandic players of all time. 'Siggi played for Rangers in a youth tournament in Dusseldorf. Barcelona beat Rangers in the final but Siggi was voted Player of the Tournament - and wouldn't accept it because Rangers hadn't won! 'And further along the street in Akranes was where Petur Petursson's family lived. Petur played in Rangers' youth system but signed for Feyenoord instead.' Moyes is now looking forward to Drumchapel Amateurs' 75th anniversary celebrations this October and more trips to watch his son's side in action. He said: 'I go all over to see his teams, I always have. Even when he was in Spain at Real Sociedad I went over regularly. 'When West Ham reached the Europa Conference League Final in 2023 they played 15 ties and I only missed one of them - the first one, against Viborg in Denmark. 'Football keeps me active - on one trip down to London recently I walked 10.2 miles in one day. 'I've still lots of referees to shout at and loads of games to go to!' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MIRASOL GENERAL MANAGER MATT LAMBERT NAMED 2025 FACILITY MANAGER OF THE YEAR
The award highlights Lambert's transformational impact on Mirasol's racquet sports programs, facilities, and team PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Country Club at Mirasol is proud to announce that General Manager/COO Matt Lambert has been named the 2025 Facility Manager of the Year by the Racquet Sports Professional Association (RSPA), Florida Division. This prestigious award recognizes facility leaders who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the advancement of racquet sports within their facilities and the professionals who support them. Under Matt's direction, the Club's popular racquet sports program has flourished, with utilization of the racquet facilities increasing by 21% and 33% over the past two years. In 2025, instruction revenue is projected to exceed $900,000, and merchandise sales are expected to reach $650,000—testaments to the vibrancy and growth of the program. Additionally, his dedication to staff development and mentorship is second to none. He established a leadership program at Mirasol to help mid-level managers build core skills in budgeting, leadership, and career development, creating a culture of mentorship that extends beyond club boundaries. "I'm deeply honored to receive this recognition from the RSPA," said Lambert. "I'm especially grateful to Mirasol's Director of Sports, Jeremy Barker, and Director of Racquet Sports, Kristine Mendivil, whose vision and dedication have been instrumental in creating an outstanding racquet program for our active and engaged membership." In addition to overseeing a dedicated team and a thriving racquet program that includes 15 Har-Tru tennis courts and six newly added pickleball courts, Matt, with the support of the membership and Board of Directors, is leading the charge on a groundbreaking new facility: an 18,000-square-foot indoor pickleball complex featuring seven weather-proof regulation courts. This ambitious project is a key component of the Club's long-term vision to expand Mirasol's recreational offerings and ensure year-round access to high-quality play. Matt's accomplishments extend well beyond racquet sports. He oversaw the Club's $40 million expansion in 2016, which included the development of The Esplanade wellness facility, including fitness, spa, dining, and aquatics, and the flagship fine dining restaurant Solstice, among other award-winning amenities. His contributions to the hospitality industry have also been widely recognized. He was named Club Executive of the Year by the Club Managers Association of America in 2024, received the James H. Brewer Award for Excellence in Club Management, and was honored with the Stephen Elmont Alumni of the Year Award in 2020 from The Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the Isenberg School of Management University of Massachusetts Amherst. For more information about Mirasol and its racquet sports program, please visit About Mirasol: Mirasol is a gated community of 1,170 homes located north of PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens. The Country Club at Mirasol is a member-owned, private country club community whose purpose is to create uniquely satisfying golf, racquet sports, recreational, and social experiences for residents, their families, and guests in a welcoming atmosphere with outstanding personalized service and fiscally responsible management. Mirasol has been named one of America's Greatest Private Clubs, has been awarded Platinum Club of America and Distinguished Club status, is a designated Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, and hosted the PGA's Honda Classic from 2003-2006. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Country Club at Mirasol Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
New Indian Express
28-05-2025
- Sport
- New Indian Express
Slot pulls out of award ceremony after Liverpool parade tragedy
LIVERPOOL: Liverpool manager Arne Slot opted against attending a ceremony in London where he was due to receive an award, saying he withdrew 'out of solidarity' with those affected in the team's city-center parade tragedy. Slot was named both the Premier League's Manager of the Season and the League Managers Association's Manager of the Year after guiding Liverpool to its record-tying 20th league title in his first season at the club. Hundreds of thousands of fans lined the streets of Liverpool on Monday to celebrate with the players as they paraded the trophy on open-top buses, only for joy to turn to anguish when a man rammed his car into a crowd of people. Sixty-five people were injured and 11 remained hospitalized Tuesday in stable condition. A 53-year-old British man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, police said, and was also being held on suspicion of dangerous driving and driving on drugs. On turning down the invitation to attend the LMA's award ceremony, Slot wrote in a letter: 'This is not a decision I have taken lightly but it is one that I feel is absolutely right given the seriousness of the situation." 'Football," he added, "is and always should be a game built on rivalry, but it is also a great source of comradeship, especially at times like this.' Slot also paid tribute to the emergency services, the authorities in Liverpool and 'supporters and bystanders who helped one another in an hour of need." 'I think everyone involved in the aftermath deserves the gratitude of all of us,' Slot said.
San Francisco Chronicle
28-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Slot pulls out of award ceremony after Liverpool parade tragedy
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool manager Arne Slot opted against attending a ceremony in London where he was due to receive an award, saying he withdrew 'out of solidarity' with those affected in the team's city-center parade tragedy. Slot was named both the Premier League's Manager of the Season and League Managers Association's Manager of the Year after guiding Liverpool to its record-tying 20th league title in his first season at the club. Hundreds of thousands of fans lined the streets of Liverpool on Monday to celebrate with the players as they paraded the trophy on open-top buses, only for joy to turn to anguish when a man rammed his car into a crowd of people. Sixty-five people were injured and 11 remained hospitalized Tuesday in stable condition. A 53-year-old British man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, police said, and was also being held on suspicion of dangerous driving and driving on drugs. On turning down the invitation to attend the LMA's award ceremony, Slot wrote in a letter: 'This is not a decision I have taken lightly but it is one that I feel is absolutely right given the seriousness of the situation." 'Football," he added, "is and always should be a game built on rivalry, but it is also a great source of comradeship, especially at times like this.' Slot also paid tribute to the emergency services, the authorities in Liverpool and 'supporters and bystanders who helped one another in an hour of need." 'I think everyone involved in the aftermath deserves the gratitude of all of us,' Slot said. Klopp: The "two faces of life" Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who watched the parade from close to where the car-ramming occurred, said it destroyed 'one of the greatest days in the history of the city." Klopp, who was inducted into the LMA's Hall of Fame 1,000 Club on Tuesday, said the incident 'showed the two faces of life.' 'The most beautiful face for a long time: the parade was incredible, the mood was incredible,' he said. 'And from one second to another, everything changed and we learned again there are more serious things in the world than football. 'Thoughts and prayers go to the injured people and their families as well. I don't know how and why it happened but we know what happened and that's very bad.'
