Fermanagh manager Kieran Donnelly steps down

STEPS DOWN: Kieran Donnelly has stepped down as Fermanagh senior football manager after four years at the helm. Pic: ©INPHO/Lorcan Doherty

Kieran Donnelly has stepped down as Fermanagh senior football manager after four years at the helm.

Donnelly met with the county officers over the weekend to inform them of his decision. He lead the Erne county to the Tailteann Cup semi-final this year where they were defeated by eventual champions Kildare 1-13 to 0-9.

They finished fourth in Division three of the Allianz National football league having won it in 2023 and spent a season in Division two. They were beaten by Down in the Ulster championship quarter-final before topping their Tailteann Cup group and defeating Sligon in the last eight.

"It has been an honour and a privilege to serve as manager of the Fermanagh senior football team" said Donnelly. 

"I wish to extend my sincere gratitude to my backroom team for their dedication and professionalism throughout my tenure. The players have shown tremendous growth and development, and I am proud of the progress the squad has made during this period. 

"I would like to wish the players, management, and supporters of Fermanagh GAA every success in the years ahead."

Fermanagh GAA thanked Donnelly for his dediction and commitment over the last four years.

"Fermanagh GAA would like to sincerely thank Kieran and his entire backroom team for their dedication and commitment over the last four years. Transitioning from covid and the new playing rules has not been an easy task.

"While silverware may have eluded, Kieran brought a great culture and positive environment to the senior side.

"We wish Kieran, his family and all the backroom team every success in the future."