O'Mahony cuts Galway link

ALL-IRELAND winning manager John O'Mahony last night left his post with Galway, a year ahead of schedule, citing a strong desire for a break as the principal reason.

O'Mahony, one of the most successful managers of modern times - and also one of the most popular - was in charge in Galway for seven years and led them to three All-Ireland finals, winning two and losing the third in a replay to Kerry.

O'Mahony made the formal announcement at a press conference in Salthill last night, after having first informed the Football Board of his decision.