The addition of Anthony Cunningham to Mick Lillis' Laois senior football backroom team has been described as a 'coup' by Donie Kingston.

Speaking to The Irish Independent, Kingston said Cunningham's arrival as coach couldn't have come at a better time as they attempt to bounce back from the disappointment of relegation to Division 3.

It's all systems go now for their Leinster SFC clash with Wicklow on May 14.

"I have to say it's a bit of a coup for us really to get a man of his experience in with us.

"I think he's going to help us big time. He has a lot of experience with inter county set-ups, with hurling and football, which will only help us in our preparations."

The O'Moore County sharpshooter added: "We did know they were looking for a coach, but the positivity around the appointment and the fact that we've got someone of real calibre has helped the squad big time.

"Anyone you talk to, they all rave about him. We don't know that side of things yet but talking to the man himself, he seems to be on top of things.

"He's very approachable as well."

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