Ballyhale manager steps down
February 14, 2022
Ballyhale Shamrocks manager James O'Connor. ©INPHO/Ken Sutton.
James O'Connor has stepped down as Ballyhale Shamrocks following last Saturday's heart-breaking All-Ireland club SHC final loss to Ballygunner.
Under the Lismore man, who succeeded Henry Shefflin as manager in 2020, Ballyhale won back-to-back Kilkenny SHC titles and also retained their Leinster club crown before Christmas. But their hopes of winning an unpredented three-in-a-row of Tommy Moore Cups were dashed by Harry Ruddle's late, late goal at Croke Park.
O'Connor also lost an All-Ireland club IHC final in similar circumstances when in charge of Cork's Fr O'Neill's two years ago.
TweetWe have to say well done to @ballygunnerHc - you played to the last second and got your victory.
— Shamrocks (@BallyhaleGAA) February 12, 2022
Enjoy the celebrations with the team, panel, management, fans and family!
Take it easy on the M9!
We used 1 cat life too many up to today and are stunned and disappointed but proud
