Glenn Ryan steps down as Kildare boss

The former Lilywhites footballer took over the reins in 2021 following the departure of now-Kerry manager Jack O'Connor.

Sun, 16 Jun, 2024 - 15:37

Shane Donovan

Kildare boss Glenn Ryan has stepped down from his role as Kildare senior football boss.

Ryan left the position following Kildare's shock Tailteann Cup exit to Laois at the quarter-final stage.

A Kildare GAA statement read: "Kildare GAA can confirm that Glenn Ryan has stepped down as Kildare Senior Football Manager following today’s defeat to Laois in the Tailteann Cup.

"We would like to thank Glenn and his management team for their commitment and dedication to Kildare GAA over the past three years."

The former Lilywhites footballer took over the reins in 2021 following the departure of now-Kerry manager Jack O'Connor, bringing with him a star-studded backroom team comprising of Johnny Doyle, Dermot Earley and Anthony Rainbow.

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