Wexford have appointed Derek McGrath as their new senior hurling manager on a three-year term.

McGrath, who steered Waterford to the All-Ireland SHC final in 2017, succeeds Keith Rossiter in the role with the latter having stepped down last month after three years in charge.

After being recommended by Wexford’s GAA selection committee, McGrath’s nomination was accepted by delegates at last night’s county board meeting.

“On behalf of Wexford GAA, I am delighted to welcome Derek McGrath as our new Senior Hurling manager,” read a statement from Wexford county board chairman John Kenny.

“Derek has consistently demonstrated throughout his career that he is an outstanding coach and leader, with an exceptional knowledge of the game and a proven ability to develop players and teams. We are excited to begin this new chapter under his leadership and I know that everyone involved in Wexford GAA will offer Derek and his management team their full support in the years ahead.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to again acknowledge the contribution made by Keith Rossiter during his time in the role. Keith has always served Wexford hurling with immense dedication and passion, as both player and manager, and I am hugely grateful to him for this,’ he added.

“We now look to the future. The appointment of a senior inter-county manager is one of the most important decisions any county can make, and we are confident that Derek is the right person to lead Wexford hurling into its next chapter. We look forward to working closely with him as we continue to develop our players and strive for success on the field.”

Tweet

Most Read Stories