Just days after leading the club to an eighth All-Ireland title, he informed a player meeting of his plans, citing family and work commitments.

Graigue-Ballycallan 3-12 Young Irelands 1-13

Sixmilebridge and Graigue-Ballycallan will have to do it all again after drawing 2-13 to 1-16 in the second AIB club championship semi-final at Thurles.