Derek McGrath steps down as Waterford hurling manager

After five seasons in charge, Derek McGrath has this evening informed the Waterford County Board of his decision to step down.

Having led the Déise to five finals including last year’s All-Ireland decider and the county’s third-ever Division 1 title in 2015, the 42-year-old confirmed his departure in a statement in the wake of Sunday’s Munster SHC defeat to Cork, a week after their exit from the Championship was confirmed.