Mick Kennedy has resigned as manager of Darvel.
It comes just a few months after he led the former junior side to arguably the biggest Scottish Cup shock of all time.
In January, Darvel knocked Aberdeen out of the competition with a 1-0 win.
That result really did spell the beginning of the end of Jim Goodwin at Pittodrie, as Jordan Kirkpatrick's strike in Ayrshire sealed progression to the fourth round of the cup for Darvel.
While the West of Scotland Premier side then started to dream of what might follow, a home tie against Falkirk in the next round proved to be a step too far.
John McGlynn's side steamrolled Darvel to book their quarter-final spot against Ayr, which they subsequently won.
Darvel won their league last season but lost out to East side Tranent in the play-offs to reach the Lowland League.
This season, it's not looking so good for them. They currently sit second with Beith Juniors six points clear and with a game in hand. So, they're likely to lift the title.
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Kennedy has now decided to call time on his four-year stint at the tier-six outfit.
Chairman John Gall said: "Michael has been an integral part of everything at this club throughout his tenure and has poured more than just managerial duties into the mix.
"He has been an absolute joy to work alongside over the last four seasons, with memories that will last a lifetime, and for that, I will always be proud to call Michael a friend.
"The Club will always be the main focus for me and it saddens me that this is the end of the journey. Michael has been instrumental in leaving us with good solid foundations both in terms of infrastructure and playing squad that will continue to thrive well beyond his departure.
"I would like to thank Michael for his services and utmost professionalism shown during his time, he will always be a legend ‘doon the brae’ and wish him well for whatever the future may hold."
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