Offaly Gaelic football manager Liam Kearns dies suddenly

The GAA world is in mourning after the sudden death of Offaly football manager Liam Kearns.

The Tralee native took over as Faithful boss from John Maughan last August, with the county currently in the mix for promotion from Division 3.

At inter-county level, Kearns previously managed Limerick, Laois and Tipperary, guiding the latter to an All-Ireland semi-final appearance in 2016.

His playing career saw him win an All-Ireland minor medal with Kerry in 1980, before being involved in the county's U-21 and senior panels.

A statement from Offaly GAA read: "Offaly GAA is devastated to learn of the sudden passing this evening of our senior football manager, Liam Kearns. In his short period of time as manager of the senior footballers, Liam made a hugely positive impact and he was extremely well respected by everyone associated with Offaly GAA.

"Offaly GAA extend deepest sympathies to his wife Angela and daughters Rachel & Laura. May he rest in peace."