Davy Burke steps down as Roscommon boss after three years in charge
Roscommon are on the lookout for a new senior football manager following Davy Burke's decision to step down after three years on Friday evening.
Kildare native and former Wicklow boss Burke had led The Rossies back into Division 1 but leaves following a disappointing championship run in which they failed to qualify for the knock-out stages of the Sam Maguire Cup after a final round defeat to Cork earlier this month.
Roscommon reached the quarter-final stages last year having been beaten by Cork in the preliminary quarters the season before in Burke's first year in charge.
Roscommon chairman Brian Carroll thanked Burke for his efforts: 'I have witnessed first hand the effort, dedication and commitment Davy has put in since his appointment in October 2022.
'I want to thank Davy most sincerely for everything he has done for Roscommon GAA. We have had highs and lows over the three years but Davy's ambitions and goals for our players, supporters and our County was always to be the very best we could possibly be.'
Burke added: 'After careful consideration, I have decided to step down as Roscommon Senior Football Manager, bringing an end to my three-year term.
'I would like to thank the Roscommon County Board in particular County Chairperson Brian Carroll, for his unwavering support and loyalty through the highs and lows over the last 3 years. I appreciated it more than you will know.'
As well as acknowledging the players, Burke praised his management and support teams: 'During my tenure I have had the privilege of working alongside a fantastic group of people in my backroom team.
"While there are too many to mention individually, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for your professionalism, dedication and loyalty to Roscommon Football.'
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