Jerry Wallace has revealed that Limerick officials took the decision to dispense with his services as Director of the county's Underage Hurling Academy.

Wallace has issued a statement dismissing any report that he stood down because he could not commit to the position as "totally wide of the mark".

The Cork man wanted to quit as Limerick minor hurling coach due to his appointment as manager of the Midleton senior hurlers but was keen to continue in his role as Director of the Underage Hurling Academy which he has held since 2012.

He met with Limerick officials on Wednesday evening and his statement reads: "I stated unequivocally to the Hurling Committee that I was very keen to continue my role with the Academy. The Committee decided not to agree with this."

He continued: "Midleton GAA Club were, when honouring me with the position of Senior Hurling Manager of my home Club, fully aware of my long-standing commitment to Underage Hurling in Limerick.

"The suggestion therefore that I would "walk away" from the Academy is incorrect and has already led to false rumours in Limerick and on social media.

"I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the fantastic young men, coaches, mentors, parents, guardians and supporters of Limerick GAA and would like to thank them for their cooperation, goodwill and commitment to the objectives of the Limerick Hurling Academy.

"The very recent successes suggest the Academy has been on the right track and I wish Limerick Hurling and all its supporters the very best. Luimneach Abu."

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