THE former Armagh senior football management team hit back at their critics last night for “fabricated stories”, blaming a “breach of confidentiality” for their resignation.

ARMAGH legend Joe Kernan has ruled out a return to county management following Peter McDonnell’s shock resignation for the post.

Joe Kernan is to continue as manager of the Armagh senior footballers - 2007 will be the Crossmaglen clubman's sixth season in charge.

Ulster football kingpins Armagh and Tyrone have both appointed new Under-21 managers for the 2006 season.