Rossiter steps down as Wexford hurling boss

Keith Rossiter before the Leinster SHC Round 5 match between Wexford and Galway. Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

Keith Rossiter has stepped down as Wexford senior hurling manager after three seasons in the role.

Oulart-The Ballagh clubman Rossiter took over from Darragh Egan and did enjoy a run to an All-Ireland quarter-final, but the last two years have seen Wexford fail to qualify for the All-Ireland series.

Rossiter's side lost all but one of their provincial clashes in 2026, and has culminated in 42-year-old Rossiter's decision to not seek a fourth-year at the helm.

A provincial winner as a player in 2004 and as part of Davy Fitzgerald's backroom team in 2019, Rossiter is the latest manager to walk away of late, after the departures of Derek Lyng and Peter Queally in Kilkenny and Waterford, respectively. 

"It's been heavy going, a lot of transition, blooding a lot of new lads in," Rossiter told  RTÉ after their championship exit. 

"There's frustration on everyone's behalf when you're trying to do that but you have to bear with them. The future is bright for Wexford as long as they keep young lads coming.

"I have a young family at home, they probably miss daddy a bit. I've a wife that's very patient."

Wexford chairperson John Kenny thanked Rossiter for his commitment to the Wexford cause.

"On behalf of all in Wexford GAA, I sincerely thank Keith for the time, energy and effort he has invested over so many years, as player, coach, and manager."

"His commitment to Wexford cannot be doubted and he has made many personal sacrifices over so many years. He has represented Wexford with distinction and integrity both on and off the field, and I wish him and his family all the best for the future."