McCartan: Time for new voice

James McCartan admitted it is "time for a new voice" in Down after announcing his resignation as team manager after five years in charge.

McCartan took some time to consider his future after the All-Ireland qualifier defeat by Kildare a fortnight ago, and although it’s believed the players were in favour of him staying on, the two-time All-Ireland winner stepped down on Saturday night.

Although silverware eluded the Mournemen during McCartan’s tenure, he led the county to an All-Ireland final appearance in 2010 when they were beaten by Cork.