 He scored two points from play and claimed his first Munster Championship medal in that code following the 4-06 to 0-09 victory.On 7 September 1969, Coughlan was again selected at midfield when Cork suffered a 2-15 to 2-09 defeat by Kilkenny in the All-Ireland final.On 26 July 1970, Coughlan was selected at left corner-forward when Cork faced Kerry in the Munster final.