Shane McCormack ‌has resigned ⁤as manager of the Meath Ladies’ Gaelic Football team just​ weeks following their All-Ireland‍ final‌ defeat to⁤ Dublin on August‌ 3, 2025.the 2-16 to 0-10 loss marked a disappointing end to a promising season for the Royal County.

A‌ Season of Ups and Downs

McCormack, originally from Kildare, took the helm before ​the 2024 season. While that campaign ended with an All-Ireland quarter-final loss to eventual ​champions⁣ Kerry, this year saw critically important progress. Meath impressively dethroned the​ reigning champions in the semi-final, signaling⁤ a shift in​ the competitive landscape of Ladies’ Gaelic football.

Management Changes

Alongside McCormack, performance coach‌ Tony reilly has⁣ also departed the Meath Ladies’ management team. The dual departures represent a​ significant ​change for the program as it looks toward the future.

LGFA Statement

Meath LGFA released a statement ‌expressing gratitude for McCormack and Reilly’s contributions. The institution acknowledged their “dedication, commitment, and contribution to the team” and wished them well in⁤ their future endeavors, highlighting ⁣the positive impact they⁤ had on players,​ management, and supporters.

The search for a new manager ⁢is ⁣expected to begin immediately, with the LGFA aiming to appoint a successor​ who can build on ‍the foundations laid ​by McCormack and⁣ continue ​Meath’s ascent in the Ladies’ Gaelic⁢ Football arena.