Kenny hopes Cronin's impact can help him and Rockmount reclaim the Cup

The King's former protege is eager to return Cork side to the summit but fellow rookie coach Dolan has Bluebell primed too

Sizing it up: Bluebell United manager Shane Dolan, left, and Rockmount AFC manager Edward Kenny during the FAI Centenary Intermediate Cup Final Media Day at FAI Headquarters in Abbotstown, Dublin. 

Two managers in their first seasons at the helm have guided Rockmount and Bluebell United to the FAI Intermediate Cup final but only one will leave Turner’s Cross with the crown.

Eddie Kenny stepped up from Billy Cronin’s assistant into the Rockmount hotseat after “The King" vacated to take a well-deserved rest.