Sligo have added Ryan McMenamin to their county senior management team for the 2027 season, bringing another experienced coaching voice into Dessie Sloyan's set-up after Eamon McGee stepped away from the ticket.
The move comes after McGee informed Sligo that he was no longer able to give the commitment required for his coaching and selector roles. McMenamin now arrives as the second Tyrone man on Sloyan's management team, giving Sligo a familiar football background as they prepare for the 2027 campaign.
Why Ryan McMenamin matters to Sligo
McMenamin brings useful senior intercounty coaching experience with Cavan, and he has also previously managed Fermanagh. That makes him a logical addition for a management team looking to strengthen its support structure ahead of the new season.
For Sligo, the importance of this appointment is straightforward: they have replaced one coaching presence with another who has already worked at senior level and understands the demands of intercounty football. In that sense, this is less about making noise and more about keeping the senior management group stable and experienced.
A management change with a clear purpose
The timing of the change also matters. With the 2027 season approaching, Sligo have acted to ensure their senior management team remains complete after McGee's departure. McMenamin's arrival restores that balance and gives Sloyan another proven figure to work alongside.
It is a practical appointment, but one that could still carry weight over the course of the year. Sligo now move forward with a reshaped coaching ticket, and McMenamin's experience with Fermanagh and Cavan adds another layer to a team already featuring Tyrone influence.
