Mick O’Dwyer admits that Kerry’s last-gasp, 1982 All-Ireland final defeat to Offaly still haunts him and he contemplates the setback at least once a week.

John Sheehan can still picture the scene. A few hours after missing a penalty in an underage match, his son Bryan spent the afternoon practicing spot-kicks in the garden of their Cahirciveen home oblivious to the sheets of rain.

THE certainty that Mary Carmel was always there, minding the business and the kids, sent Mick O’Dwyer out the front door for 50 years with a gear bag and peace of mind.

Billy Morgan has ruled out managing Cork for a fourth time but is uncertain about current incumbent Conor Counihan remaining on in the position.

THERE’S only one easy way to follow in the footsteps of GAA legend Mick O’Dwyer - and that’s to pay for the privilege.