WATERFORD hurling legend Dan Shanahan has revealed that he was singled out for hate mail and abusive texts in the wake of Justin McCarthy’s controversial departure as Déise hurling manager in 2008.

SENIOR Waterford GAA officials are hopeful that Davy Fitzgerald will remain at the helm next season.

AMONG all the personnel involved in the Waterford hurling management and back-up team, team official Jim Dee had special cause to celebrate Sunday’s epic victory over Tipperary.