sentences:  In 2003 Coleman became manager of Cavan, but was forced to stand down in 2005, after becoming ill.In 2005 he led Cavan under 21s to the Ulster Under 21 Championship final, but they were defeated by Down.Despite going through chemotherapy at the time, Coleman came into the Derry dressing room before Derry's opening game of the 2006 Championship against reigning All-Ireland champions Tyrone.