Fortune achieved some notable results, particularly against his native Wexford in the 2022 and ‘23 Leinster Championship, when his charges pulled off a draw and a historic victory respectively, but they couldn’t ultimately avoid relegation to the Joe McDonagh Cup last year.
They failed to raise a gallop in that competition in recent weeks and, in a statement, Fortune admitted to “falling short this year on what the primary aim was for 2024”.READ MORE: Limerick youngster gets nod to start Munster final after Waterford cameo After thanking various parties, including his management team and the county board, Fortune paid tribute to the players, saying: “You all have created memories and historical moments in my time as manager and provided the real people of Westmeath GAA with some outstanding days to remember.
“Life ‘outside the white line’ is as important to me as ‘inside the white line’. That’s where ye need to be as committed to both yourselves, coaches, club teams, county and your families.To keep up to date with all the latest GAA news, sign-up to our GAA newsletter here.