Paraic Fanning has stepped down as Manager of the Waterford Senior Hurling team, and will be joined by selectors James Murray and Pa Kearney.
Waterford had a strong league showing this year, finishing second to All-Ireland Champions Limerick, but followed it up with a disastrous campaign in Munster that saw them go out bottom on a -52 points difference.
Fanning said in a statement: "In stepping down as Manager I want to thank CLG Phort Láirge and in particular the officers of the board for the opportunity, support and encouragement I received during my term in charge.
"I particularly want thank the players for the sacrifices they made for Waterford throughout the season. While the Championship was very disappointing it does not reflect the time and effort put in by all concerned.
"Finally, I want to thank my backroom team for the selfless work and effort they put into the entire 2019 season.
"This has not been an easy decision and there are many challenges ahead.
"In reflecting on the disappointment of the Championship of 2019 and looking at 2020 I do not find myself in a position to undertake these challenges for personal reasons.
"I wish all involved every success and I look forward to supporting all our teams for many years to come.
"The process of appointing my replacement must now begin and I do hope the board can find a suitable successor who can implement the changes necessary to ensure Waterford are successful for many years to come. "
A Waterford GAA statement added: "All in Waterford GAA wish to sincerely thank Paraic, James and Pa for their tremendous work, commitment and dedication to the Waterford Senior Hurling team over the past twelve months which culminated in a return to the top tier of the Allianz National League and the Allianz League Final."
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