Derek Lyng has been ratified as the new Kilkenny senior hurling team manager.
By Cian O'Connell
Derek Lyng has been ratified as the new Kilkenny senior hurling team manager.
Lyng, who won six All-Ireland senior medals during a glittering playing career, has been given a three year term as Kilkenny boss.
Last month the decorated Brian Cody stepped down from the role.
Emeralds clubman Lyng served as a senior selector under Cody between 2014 and 2019.
In May Lyng was manager of the Kilkenny U20 team, who secured All-Ireland glory following a final win over Limerick.
A Kilkenny GAA statement confirmed Lyng's appointment. "Following Thursday night's meeting of Kilkenny County Board, Derek Lyng has been ratified as the Kilkenny senior hurling manager.
"A three-year term has been agreed. Selectors and backroom team will be confirmed later."
