Carlisle United's Head of Football Operations discusses plans ahead of new season
Carlisle United's newly appointed Head of Football Operations believes that the future is looking positive for the Blues as they look to bounce back to the English Football League at the first attempt.
Marc Tierney was appointed into the senior role in Carlisle United's backroom team joining from his previous role as Director of Football at fellow National League side Altrincham.
The former defender spent time on loan at Brunton Park between 2004 and 2005.
Speaking to ITV Border about what his role at the football club will include the 39-year-old said: "Yeah it is Head of Football and in terms of football there are lots of different departments.
"I think everyone just thinks of the first team and working with first team coaches but it is really quite a broad brush stroke. That includes medical, academy there are a number of multifaceted roles with in it.
"I just can't wait to get in and try and make things better by working with different people in different departments."
Tierney said the role at Carlisle United was one he could not turn down.
He said: "I think when you look at the size of the club, having been here a few years ago now, the vision of the club, the ambition and the fan base makes it really attractive.
"Since I have been in the role other people have thought it is attractive when you spell out what the vision is and what we are looking to do. It has not disappointed since walking through the door."
Tierney believes that the ongoing work behind the scenes at Brunton Park is putting the club in a good position moving into the new season.
Tierney said: "First and foremost - Tom and Patty - it was really refreshing to see them when I was here for my first week being first in and last out of the club and really putting the work in.
"They are really welcoming people, really humble people and honoured to have this role at the football club.
Talking about his discussions with United's Head Coach, Tierney said: "When meeting Mark, I had come across him in professional roles before, but meeting him he is a good person.
"Obviously his football knowledge is huge and he has been successful as a manager and as a player and I think that mix of all of us communicating and working together bodes well for the football club."
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