Barry Gray returns to Warrenpoint Town for his second spell as manager, the club have confirmed.
Following their 7-0 defeat to Linfield on Tuesday, Warrenpoint Town confirmed they have 'parted ways' with manager Stephen McDonnell.
Their statement to announce Gray’s return read:
"Warrenpoint Town have agreed terms with Barry Gray to take on the management affairs of the senior team,"
Barry Gray’s first managerial spell at the club ended in October 2016, but he remained at the Milltown side as a board member.
He was later appointed Cliftonville FC manager in May 2017, but was sacked in January this year.
Connaire McGreevy, (Warrenpoint’s Managing Director) welcomed Gray stating:
“This appointment is about stability following a rough start to the league campaign
“Barry has been here before and got the t-shirt and knows full well the battle we face to get competitive in this league.
“The work going on behind the scenes to transform the club continues but it is imperative that Premiership status is maintained.
“Barry gives us the time and space required to get the business end tied up as we plan for the long-term future."
Gray’s second managerial debut will come against Carrick Rangers on Saturday at Taylors Avenue.
