Kevin McStay has revealed he feels he had what it took to become Mayo manager.

The RTE GAA pundit wrote a column in a charity publication for the Dowra National School in Leitrim called 'Scrapbook of Regrets with all contributors revealing their biggest sporting regrets.

McStay did not hold back in his thoughts on being overlooked by the Mayo county board in 2014 in favour of Pat Holmes and Noel Connelly who were handed the job, but have since departed due to a player revolt after this year's All-Ireland SFC semi-final defeat to Dublin.

The former Mayo footballer writes: "Failing to secure the position of Mayo senior football team manager. It became vacant in August 2014 and it was my second time to apply for this prestigious position.

"It was an appointment I was keen to fill. I had worked tirelessly to be ready if the opportunity arose and when it did I applied both publicly and immediately.

"Over a period of 20 years of club and county management at various levels I knew I was ready for the responsibilities and challenges and believed strongly I could make a difference.

"Coupled with my media interests, experience and the confidence gained from managing the 2013 All-Ireland club champions, St Brigid's, Roscommon, I knew I had the enthusiasm, energy and know-how to manage my county at the highest level. Those charged with making this appointment felt otherwise and that of course is their prerogative."

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