Kerry's Eamonn Fitzmaurice has informed the media that he is stepping down from his role as county senior football manager.
Fitzmaurice has been in the role since 2012 and won an All-Ireland title in 2014. Prior to that, he was involved with the team as a selector while also taking the U21s. He had signed a deal last year until 2020. However, Fitzmaurice broke the news after Kerry were knocked out of the Championship. Despite a 3-25 to 2-16 victory over Kildare in Killarney, Monaghan's win in Galway ensured they topped the group while Galway progressed as runners-up.
Eamonn Fitzmaurice tells the media that he is stepping down as Kerry manager
— Denis Hurley (@Denis_Hurley) August 4, 2018
Fitzmaurice describes himself as a lightning-rod for negativity and says the team needs space to develop
— Denis Hurley (@Denis_Hurley) August 4, 2018
BREAKING: I understand Eamonn Fitzmaurice has stepped down as @Kerry_Official manager.
— Tony Leen (@tonyleen) August 4, 2018
For Kerry, attention now turns towards the development of their exciting young players with David Clifford shining once again today.
Kerry GAA released the following statement.
With heavy heart we announce that our Manager Éamonn Fitzmaurice has stepped down. We cannot thank Eamonn Fitzmaurice enough for all he has done for Kerry GAA. He is a gentleman to the core and has given everything for the cause. We wish Éamonn and his family all the best.
