Gleeson steps down as Antrim hurling manager
July 22, 2024
Antrim manager Darren Gleeson. ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo.
Darren Gleeson has brought the curtain down on his five-year reign as Antrim senior hurling manager.
The Saffrons join a growing list of counties with hurling managerial vacancies at present. The former Tipperary goalkeeper, who initially served as a selector under Neal Pedan, guided Antrim to Joe McDonagh Cup wins in 2020 and '22, and kept them in the Liam MacCarthy Cup in 2023 and '24. They've also retained their Allianz League Division 1 status since winning Division 2 in 2020.
“When I first made the journey in the Spring of 2018 to help with a few sessions, little did I think that I would still be there in 2024,” Gleeson said in a statement.
“To the loyal Antrim hurling public, I look forward to meeting you around the playing pitches of Ireland as you continue to support this great county of yours and I continue my hurling journey.”
TweetIt is with a huge sense of appreciation and respect that Antrim GAA announces the departure of Darren Gleeson from his role as Senior Hurling Manager.
— Antrim GAA (@AontroimGAA) July 22, 2024
Go raibh maith agat, Darren.
Antrim GAA will now commence the process to appoint a new manager.
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