Toomey says Tipp needs outside football minds

One of the Tipperary's most highly-rated coaches says 'outside expertise' is still needed to ensure football in the Premier County continues to move forward.

While Toomy Toomey is full of praise for the abilities of homegrown managers and trainers he believes that bringing in suitably qualified people from other parts of the country is beneficial.

The current senior football Liam Kearns – who led Tipp to this year's All-Ireland semi-finals – is from Kerry.

Tommy thinks new and unfamiliar voices keep teams on their toes.