Michael McShane appointed Antrim senior hurling manager

NEW BOSS: Michael McShane has been appointed as Antrim senior hurling manager. Pic: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile.

Michael McShane has been appointed as Antrim senior hurling manager.

McShane has been recommended to replace Davy Fitzgerald, who stepped down in May, and his name will be put forward next week for ratification.

McQuillan’s, Ballycastle man McShane has managed the U20s for the past two season and was previously in charge of the Tyrone senior hurlers.

“Michael brings a wealth of experience to the role, along with an extensive knowledge of Antrim hurling,” said Antrim chairman Seamus McMullan.

“We are an ambitious hurling county, and that ambition is shared by Michael and his incoming management team.

“Everyone across Antrim will wish them well, and when the competitions begin in 2027, the county will be fully behind our players and management. I also want to thank the selection committee for overseeing a diligent, thorough, and professional appointment process."