Johnny Pilkington: ‘People think I was hard to manage and in one way I probably was’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Johnny Pilkington, a former hurling player and coach, shared stories of his career, including a prank on April Fools' Day and his role in Offaly's decline and attempts at revival.

• Johnny Pilkington recounted a prank on his team on April Fools' Day during his coaching tenure.
• Pilkington's legacy in hurling includes both legendary stories and a mix of personal habits and management styles.
• Offaly's decline in hurling following Pilkington's playing days led to a long period of struggles and criticism.