Dan Shanahan: 'It's a big thing when a Waterford man is in charge of a Waterford team'

Part of Peter Queally's backroom set-up, the Déise legend suggests results and enjoyment are linked.

RIGHT AT HOME: Dan Shanahan was previously a Waterford selector in Derek McGrath's backroom. Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Dan Shanahan doesn’t want his point to be taken as criticism of or dig at either Davy Fitzgerald or Liam Cahill. He declares nothing but respect for the pair. Dan’s point is the importance of having a Waterford man back in charge of the Waterford hurlers.

Peter Queally is the first local to hold the position since Páraic Fanning’s short-lived reign for the 2019 season. Big Dan will be Peter’s right-hand man for the season ahead. The locals are hoping to bring the enjoyment back.