McStay and Holmes front-runners to replace Horan

Mayo will not look outside the county for James Horan’s successor — but favourite Kevin McStay faces strong opposition from Pat Holmes for the position.

McStay put his cards on the table on The Sunday Game when he said he would like to be at least considered for the role. “I hope I might have the respect of the Mayo GAA public, at least I might get a phone call.”

Having led St Brigid’s to an All-Ireland title last year with Liam McHale as coach, McStay’s credentials are obvious and his ticket would again feature his brother-in-law, who served as a Mayo selector under John Maughan in the 2000s.