Statement: Cuthbert stepping down with immediate effect
July 29, 2015
Cork manager Brian Cuthbert.
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Brian Cuthbert has confirmed that he won't be seeking re-appointment as Cork senior football manager for a third year.
In a statement released this morning, Cuthbert revealed: "I have decided not to seek reappointment to the position of Cork senior football manager and am stepping down with immediate effect
"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 week-end 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."
Commenting on the announcement, 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."
