Ben O'Connor steps away from Midleton coaching role

The Munster club championship defeat by Kilmallock was his final involvement

Midleton coach Ben O'Connor after the defeat by Kilmallock. Picture: INPHO/Ben Whitley

Former Cork captain Ben O'Connor has stepped away from his role as coach of county senior hurling champions Midleton, the club has confirmed

Along with manager Ger Fitzgerald, O'Connor helped guide the Magpies to a final win over Glen Rovers before exiting the Munster Club championship at the hands of Kilmallock.