Conor Laverty named as new Down manager Kilcoo forward Conor Laverty has been confirmed as the new manager of Down. Football • 08 Aug 22
McCartan steps down as manager of the Down footballers James McCartan has stepped down as manager of the Down footballers, ending his second spell with the Mourne men after just one year. Football • 26 Jul 22
McCartan to remain in Down hotseat for championship James McCartan is to remain in place as Down manager for the championship, the county board has confirmed. GAA • 14 Apr 22
Returning McCartan fine with not being first pick Returning Down manager James McCartan has said that not being the county's first choice to replace Paddy Tally did little to impact on his decision … GAA • 26 Nov 21
Down confirm return of McCartan and O'Rourke Down's county committee has ratified the appointment of James McCartan as their new football manager. GAA • 24 Nov 21
Death announced of former Down star James McCartan Snr The death has been announced of James McCartan Snr, who played on the history-making Down team that won consecutive All-Ireland senior football titles in 1960 … GAA • 14 Aug 21
McCorry takes over reins at Down Down have appointed Jim McCorry as the new manager of the county’s senior footballers following James McCartan's departure earlier in the summer. Football • 19 Sep 14
McVeigh calls time on Mourne career Down goalkeeper Brendan McVeigh has called time on his inter-county career. Football • 20 Aug 14
McCartan hails Down's 'character and fight' Down manager James McCartan admitted to mixed emotions after a stunning comeback by his side was halted by two late Sean Cavanagh frees, which earned … Football • 18 May 14
