Brian Hanley Appointed As New Senior Hurling Manager

Roscommon GAA is delighted to announce the appointment of Brian Hanley as the new manager of the Roscommon Senior Hurling team, subject to ratification at the next meeting of the Roscommon GAA County Board.

The term of appointment is three years, with the option of a further two years following a review.

Brian, a native of Athenry, enjoyed an outstanding playing career. With his club, he won eight senior county titles and three All-Ireland club medals, scoring four points in the 2000 All-Ireland Final. He also secured county titles at every underage grade and represented Galway at both minor and U21 level.

As a manager, Brian led the Westmeath senior and U21 teams from 2011 to 2014, achieving many notable results. Among these was a narrow, one-point defeat to Dublin in the U21 Championship. He left Westmeath hurling in a very strong position. Brian also managed a Galway U21 team that reached an All-Ireland Final, as well as two Galway minor teams that went on to win All-Ireland titles.

Brian brings with him a wealth of experience. His backroom team will include Kieran Callan (Ardrahan), Keith Daniels (Loughrea), Damian Lohan (Four Roads), and Kieran Farrell (Oran). The strength and conditioning coach will be Mike Frawley. Other roles will remain unchanged or will be confirmed by Brian at a later date.

Christy McDermott, Chairperson Roscommon Hurling Committee, expressed delight at Brian’s appointment and wished him and his backroom team every success in the seasons ahead.