Gary Locke quits Kilmarnock after Hamilton defeat

Gary Locke has resigned as Kilmarnock manager, the Rugby Park club have announced.

Locke reached his decision after the 1-0 home Premiership defeat by Hamilton on Saturday which kept the the Ayrshire club in the relegation play-off position.

He will be replaced by Lee McCulloch on an interim basis pending a permanent appointment.

A club statement confirming Locke's departure said: 'McCulloch will be assisted by Peter Leven and under-20 head coach Alan Robertson. The board of directors would like to thank Gary for his time with the club and wish him every success in the future.'

'Lee McCulloch is the holder of a UEFA Pro Licence and has been acting as a first-team coach this season, although he remains registered as a player.'