sentences:  The following year Allen was still a selector when Cork lost their Munster crown but won the All-Ireland title following a victory over Kilkenny.In late October 2004 Allen succeeded Dónal O'Grady as the Cork manager for a two-year term and was immediately charged with the task of guiding the team to a second consecutive All-Ireland title for the 2005 Championship.Allen's appointment as manager brought a level of continuity to the Cork senior hurling set-up.