Hurling still fun for Davy Fitzgerald but no longer his number one priority

Whether he’ll still be in an inter-county role if and when that change happens is uncertain. Fitzgerald said his perspective on hurling has changed since the arrival of his son Daithi Óg in 2022.

Ireland’s Fittest Family Coach Davy Fitzgerald pictured as Londis launch their 7th year as lead sponsor of Ireland’s Fittest Family. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile.

Though he could be one of those affected should rules change, Davy Fitzgerald wouldn’t oppose a discussion on the possibility of the GAA restricting clubs and counties to appointing managers from within their own ranks.

Fitzgerald has been one of the most travelled inter-county managers in recent years. Outside of his native Clare, he has managed Waterford on two occasions, along with Wexford, and currently Antrim.