Nugent departure ‘leaves a big gap in Montrose at a crucial time’

Ryle Nugent announced yesterday he will step down from his position as group head of RTÉ Sport for “new challenges”.

With the national broadcaster’s sport portfolio being eroded by competitors and new digital rivals circling, Nugent’s successor will take the role at a challenging time, warns Michael O’Keeffe, CEO of Teneo PSG, which includes Teneo Sports, the sports and sponsorship specialists.

“It leaves a big gap in Montrose at a crucial time,” said O’Keeffe of Nugent’s impending departure after eight years in the RTÉ Sport top job.