Kilkenny City have turned to former Buckley Park hero Brendan Rea to revive their flagging fortunes.
Rea, a towering central defender during their successful 1996 First Division campaign, has been appointed manager on a two-year contract.
Ray Moran remains as head coach.
Kilkenny City director Jim Rhatigan believed Rea's appointment will herald the start of a positive era.
