Evans in line to be named Tipp’s first director of football

TIPPERARY GAA officials have approved in principle the appointment of senior football boss John Evans as the county’s new director of Gaelic Football.

It is understood that negotiations are continuing with Kerry native Evans regarding the newly-created, full-time position on offer. County board officials were expected to approve the move for Evans at a full board meeting last night but the former All-Ireland winning club boss stressed: “I’m aware of the proposals but I would rather focus on the task at hand. That’s a daunting task as we attempt to beat Limerick in the Munster senior championship next Sunday.”

It is envisaged a football development committee will be set up to work alongside Evans, should he accept the post. A one-year programme will be drawn up to cover from August 2009 until next year’s championship before a five-year development plan is formulated and implemented.