Relief the over-riding emotion for Fergal Ryan as Blackrock bridge 18-year gap

Blackrock manager Fergal Ryan, right, celebrates with his backroom staff following the extra time win over Glen Rovers. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Victorious Blackrock manager Fergal Ryan admits he would be considering his future in the role had they not claimed the Seán Óg Murphy Cup.

In his fifth season at the helm, the 1999 All-Ireland SHC winner had begun to worry he might have outstayed his welcome as the Rockies aimed for a first senior title since 2002.