Tim Clancy: 'I was just exhausted. There was no point in me continuing on'

Tim Clancy said not having a permanent assistant manager since Jamie Hamill departed in March was a major factor in his decision to step down as Cork City boss. 

Tim Clancy believes "not much is needed" for Cork City to be competing at the top of the League of Ireland Premier Division table rather than battling relegation. Pic: ©INPHO/James Lawlor

If Cork City had beaten Derry City last Friday night rather than losing 2-1, Tim Clancy may have remained as manager for a little bit longer. However, the Meathman said that would simply have kicked the can down the road as he would eventually have departed anyway. 

The 40-year-old was exhausted through a combination of commuting from Trim, his family starting a new business, and him not having a permanent assistant manager since Jamie Hamill departed in March.