As the world’s sports pages are dominated by tributes to Alex Ferguson, coincidentally Bohemians will also be paying tribute to a managerial legend of our own at half-time during tonight’s Airtricity League game against Cork City.
Billy Young (pictured left) was appointed as Bohemians’ second-ever manager in 1973 and remained in the hotseat until 1989. He remains the club’s longest-serving boss of all time and arguably its greatest.
During Young’s 16 years at the helm, the Gypsies won five major trophies – two league titles, an FAI Cup and two League Cups – and consistently punched above their weight, challenging clubs with far greater resources.
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As well as the trophies, Young also presided over some of the club’s most memorable European adventures, including Bohemians’ first-ever outing in the European Cup in 1975 and the historic victory over Rangers in 1984.
But perhaps what fans will remember most was Young’s ability to spot and nurture talent, with the late, great Jackie Jameson the most notable example of prospects rising to stardom during his tenure.
We would ask fans to show their support and gratitude for Billy at half-time, when a presentation will be made.
