Paddy Christie calls time on his spell with Longford

Paddy Christie has stepped down as Longford senior football manager after two seasons in charge.

Former Dublin full-back Christie took the Longford in August 2022 on a three-year basis.

He assumed the role a month after former boss Billy O'Loughlin had departed the post after just one season, but RTÉ Sport can confirm that the midland county will now be seeking a new manager for 2025.

"Today I've informed the Longford GAA Management Committee that I've decided to step away from my position as manager with Longford," Christie said in a statement.

"It was a very difficult decision as I have great admiration for the people in the county - players, management, club delegates, supporters, and the Officers of the County Board.

"I’ve enjoyed my time in Longford, I was treated very well, and made very welcome throughout the county. Big thanks to everyone involved, of which there are too many to mention.

"A special mention to the County Executive, Club Longford and our Team Sponsors, Glennon Brothers who always tried to accommodate any request, big or small and supported us all along the way.

"While results didn’t always go our way, these setbacks shouldn’t take away from a lot of good work done in the last two years which will, I believe, serve the team and County well in to the future.

"I want to wish everyone involved with Longford GAA all the very best for the season ahead."

A selection committee will immediately begin the process of selecting Christie's replacement.

One of Dublin's finest defenders in the 2000s, Christie has carved out a reputation as a coach and manager after undertaking stellar work with his club Ballymun Kickhams and DCU at colleges' level.

He was part of the David Power-led Tipperary senior management team that