O’Keefe backs off inter-county management

JOHN O’KEEFE is determined to stay clear of inter-county management for at least two years, following consecutive spells with Limerick, Clare and his native Kerry.

However, while his term as Irish manager has come to an end, the Tralee PE teacher isn't fully prepared to close the book on his involvement in the International Rules Series.

Echoing the views of Director-General Liam Mulvihill on the importance of continuity in the management structure, he said yesterday he would be slow to turn down a request to help out in an advisory capacity.