Shane Curran's departure as Carlow boss down to 'player related issues'

Carlow face Meath in Navan in their opening Leinster Championship game on April 6.

Carlow manager Shane Curran during the Allianz Football League Division 4 match between Waterford and Carlow at Fraher Field in Dungarvan, Waterford. Photo by Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

Shane Curran has stepped down as Carlow manager after just seven months and seven matches in charge. 

The Carlow county board announced Curran's departure on Wednesday, indicating they are in the process of recruiting an interim manager for the upcoming championship campaign.