CORK FOOTBALL BOSS Brian Cuthbert has become the most high profile managerial casualty of the summer following his decision to step down from the role.
Cuthbert confirmed the news in a statement after the news was first reported by the Irish Examiner this morning.
“I have decided not to seek reappointment to the position of Cork senior football manager and am stepping down with immediate effect,” the Bishopstown man’s statement reads.
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“From being within a few seconds of being crowned Munster Champions to making our All-Ireland Championship exit at the hands of Kildare at the weekend has been difficult for me, the players and backroom staff. The short period involved demonstrates the tight margins that exist between success and failure at inter county level.
“I would like to thank the players and all the backroom staff for their huge commitment over the past two years. I would also like to thank the Cork County Board for extending every support possible to myself and the team in the course of the League and Championship campaigns,” he added.
County Chairman Gerard Lane said: “On behalf of the County Board and on my own behalf, I would like to thank Brian for his service to Cork GAA, not just as senior manager but as a selector with Conor Counihan and as a successful minor manager previously. Brian still has a lot to offer to the GAA and I wish him every success in his future endeavours.”
Cuthbert took the job in 2013 following the resignation of Conor Counihan but, despite reaching a Allianz National Football League final and pair of Munster finals in his two years, is not seeking another term in charge.
The Rebels have endured a mixed 2015 suffering a heavy defeat to Dublin in the Division I final back in April.
They did, however, look like they were about to beat the defending All-Ireland champions Kerry in the Munster final earlier this month before Fionn Fitzgerald’s late effort forced a replay.
Kerry proved too strong in the replay and, with just seven days to prepare, Cork endured a torrid time against Kildare in the final round of the Qualifiers last Saturday evening, suffering an 8-point loss.
Confirmed: Brian Cuthbert steps down as Cork football manager
CORK FOOTBALL BOSS Brian Cuthbert has become the most high profile managerial casualty of the summer following his decision to step down from the role.
Cuthbert confirmed the news in a statement after the news was first reported by the Irish Examiner this morning.
“I have decided not to seek reappointment to the position of Cork senior football manager and am stepping down with immediate effect,” the Bishopstown man’s statement reads.
“From being within a few seconds of being crowned Munster Champions to making our All-Ireland Championship exit at the hands of Kildare at the weekend has been difficult for me, the players and backroom staff. The short period involved demonstrates the tight margins that exist between success and failure at inter county level.
“I would like to thank the players and all the backroom staff for their huge commitment over the past two years. I would also like to thank the Cork County Board for extending every support possible to myself and the team in the course of the League and Championship campaigns,” he added.
County Chairman Gerard Lane said: “On behalf of the County Board and on my own behalf, I would like to thank Brian for his service to Cork GAA, not just as senior manager but as a selector with Conor Counihan and as a successful minor manager previously. Brian still has a lot to offer to the GAA and I wish him every success in his future endeavours.”
Cuthbert took the job in 2013 following the resignation of Conor Counihan but, despite reaching a Allianz National Football League final and pair of Munster finals in his two years, is not seeking another term in charge.
The Rebels have endured a mixed 2015 suffering a heavy defeat to Dublin in the Division I final back in April.
They did, however, look like they were about to beat the defending All-Ireland champions Kerry in the Munster final earlier this month before Fionn Fitzgerald’s late effort forced a replay.
Kerry proved too strong in the replay and, with just seven days to prepare, Cork endured a torrid time against Kildare in the final round of the Qualifiers last Saturday evening, suffering an 8-point loss.
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