Ciarán Carey has resigned as Kerry hurling manager after just a single season in charge.
The Limerick legend led the Kingdom to historic wins over Offaly and Laois in the League this year and did enough to keep them in Division 1B, as well as in the Leinster SHC.
However, due to work commitments he has decided that he won’t remain in the job in 2017, leaving the Kerry County Board with big boots to fill.
“Due to increased work commitments, I am unable to give the necessary time required to manage the Kerry senior hurling team for the coming season,” said Carey in a statement released on Sunday.
“I wish to thank my management team, the full panel of players and the backroom team for their support and commitment in delivering a very successful 2016 season which resulted in Kerry maintaining their Division 1B Allianz League and Senior Championship status.
“I also wish to thank the Kerry County Board for their full support and provision of all the necessary backup required to perform the job. Finally, I would like to wish the Kerry players the very best for the coming season”.
In a statement of their own, the Kerry County Board paid tribute to Carey and his management team.
Their release read: “Kerry County Board wish to thank Ciarán and his management team of Mark Foley, James McCarthy and Mike Conway for their time, dedication and commitment during the past year.”
