Andy Moran steps down as Leitrim football manager after three years in charge

Leitrim GAA made the announcement this evening, just days after Moran declared an interest in remaining on.

Moran had suggested in media interviews last week that it would require a further three years to build on what is already done.

In a statement however the board said Moran had informed them of his decision to step down.

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“(Andy) has given boundless levels of energy and enthusiasm in helping to improve the standard of the Leitrim senior football team, and this year also took charge of the county’s U-20 team,” a statement read.

“He brought with him a most professional approach towards the job and in each of his three Allianz League campaigns, had the team in with a significant shot at promotion from Division 4 on the final match day of the respective campaigns, culminating in achieving promotion this year and contesting the Allianz league final in Croke Park in March, only the sixth time a Leitrim senior football team has graced Croke Park.

“He has also overseen significant improvement in championship performances this year, the team having played in five championship matches for the first time since 1994.”

Moran had former Cavan manager Mickey Graham with him as an assistant this year and Graham will be among the front runners now to replace the Mayo man.