He is used to the questioning by now. Back in June, Antrim’s season came to an end with a home defeat to Cork and Neil McManus spent longer than most out on the pitch at Corrigan Park. He didn’t seek salvage from the wind and rain until every youngster had a photo or an autograph.
McManus then had to deal with a few reporters pondering if the 11-point defeat would be his last appearance for the Saffrons. He tactfully declined to answer until Cushendall’s club season was at an end.
Only then would he make his mind up regarding the 2023 campaign and, thankfully for Antrim, he’ll be back in the fold for at least another season.
