Doolan Heads To Hibs

Hibernian have appointed John Doolan as their first-team coach. The 42-year-old was previously under-18s coach at Wigan and has worked with both the Everton and Liverpool youth academies in his home city. Head coach Alan Stubbs told the club's official website: I'm thrilled to be able to bring John to Hibernian - he is a quality coach with an excellent pedigree.I've known him for a long time and I completely trust his judgement. He will be able to implement fresh ideas to improve our squad and his appointment is a real coup for Hibernian.'' Stubbs fielded two trialists as Hibs won 4-0 at Vale of Leithen on Saturday in his first pre-season match in charge. Wigan right-back Adam Buxton, 22, who played on loan with Burton and Accrington Stanley last season, and 18-year-old Liverpool central midfielder Nathan Burke both played a half each. A Jason Cummings double and strikes from Liam Craig and Alex Harris handed Hibs a comfortable win.