Offaly put their faith in Coffey

Offaly County Board have appointed Tom Coffey as senior football interim manager.

Gerry Cooney resigned on Friday following six losses from seven matches and relegation from Division 3.

“Tom was appointed today at a meeting of the Offaly County Board Management Committee in O’Connor Park as the interim manager to replace Gerry Cooney,” a statement from the board read:

“Tom will take up the position with immediate effect and there is no further details available with respect to his backroom team.

“However, this will be announced in due course.

“This is Tom’s second term as Offaly interim manager as he also filled this position during the league campaign of 2009.

“Offaly GAA wish Tom all the very best in the position.”