CAVAN, July 7, 2025
Galligan cites demanding work schedule and family life as reasons for departure
Raymond Galligan resigns as Cavan manager after two years, referencing challenges balancing work and family.
- Raymond Galligan has stepped down from his role as Cavan football manager.
- Galligan cited work commitments and family life as the primary reasons for his departure.
- He led Cavan for two years, achieving third and fourth-place finishes in Division 2 of the National League.
- Cavan will now be seeking their third manager in as many years.
It’s a sudden change for the Breffni County: **Who is the former Cavan manager stepping down?** Raymond Galligan, the 2020 All-Star and Ulster SFC-winning captain, has resigned as Cavan football manager, leaving the position after two years due to increasing work commitments.
A difficult decision
Galligan, who manages a day center in Rathfarnham for adults with intellectual disabilities in Dublin, stated that the demands of his job and family, coupled with the extensive travel, made it impossible for him to fully commit to the Cavan job for another year.
Achievements during his tenure
Under Galligan’s leadership, Cavan secured third and fourth-place finishes in Division 2 of the National League. The Breffni men also celebrated significant victories over Monaghan and Mayo in successive championships. In both years of his management, Cavan faced only Division 1 opposition in the championships.
Championship run
This year, Cavan’s campaign concluded with a 3-20 to 1-17 defeat to Kerry in an All-Ireland preliminary quarter-final.
Looking ahead for Cavan
Galligan’s departure means that Cavan will now be searching for their third manager in as many years, presenting a challenge for the county as they seek stability and continued progress on the field.
