Joint managers step down from Mayo GAA club
Another manager has departed a GAA club in Mayo.
There is more movement among GAA clubs in Mayo as Alan Nolan and Declan Sweeney departed their roles as joint-managers of the Balla team.
Since bring promoted to the senior championship in 2020, Balla more than held their own in the years that followed.
However, it was not to be this season, as they were relegated back down to the Intermediate championship.
In the relegation semi-final, Balla lost out to neighbours Mayo Gaels before Ballaghaderreen were the winners in the relegation decider. That narrow loss ensured the men from Nally Park would be competing in the intermediate grade for the 2027 season.
In a statement on social media, the club said: "On behalf of everyone in Balla GAA & LGFA we would like to extend a sincere thank you to Alan Nolan and Declan Sweeney for their outstanding work and commitment over the past four seasons as senior team managers.
"During their time in charge, Alan and Dec guided the team through a period of transition and helped achieve a fantastic milestone, securing promotion to Division 1 of the Senior League for the first time since the 1990s.
"They have helped build a strong foundation for the future and leave behind a great legacy within the team. Their contribution, leadership and commitment to the cause will be remembered and greatly appreciated for years to come.
"Thanks to you both and your management teams for everything you have given to the senior team over the last four seasons."
