Hamilton Accies: Chris Swailes resigns as assistant manager

Chris Swailes had an earlier spell at Hamilton as a player between 2007 and 2009
Chris Swailes had an earlier spell at Hamilton as a player between 2007 and 2009

Chris Swailes has resigned as Hamilton Academical assistant manager, the club have confirmed.

He had been appointed in January by player-manager Martin Canning.

"During his time with us Chris was away from his base in the North East of England for considerable periods and now wishes to find a coaching position nearer his family home," a club statement said.

"The club would like to thank him for his commitment."

Swailes had an earlier spell at the club as a player between 2007 and 2009.

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