Dowling appointed as Limerick minor hurling manager

The former All-Ireland winner was ratified on Tuesday night. 

2018: Shane Dowling of Limerick following the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final between Galway and Limerick. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Former All-Ireland winner Shane Dowling has been appointed as the new Limerick minor hurling manager. 

Dowling - ratified at Tuesday night's monthly County Board meeting - replaces Evan Loftus, who moves up to the under-20 position.