Eoin Brennan

Clare relieved to leave Newbridge going somewhere

*Conor Cleary was solid in defence for Clare. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill.  FROM being in ‘Newbridge going nowhere’ to eventually turning the tide, Clare are now on the brink of a return to the top tier of the National Hurling League following a fourth consecutive victory.

Dub step is Clare’s sole focus

Peter Duggan and Paddy Doyle react to the breaking ball. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill CLARE supporters could probably name their starting line-up for the opening round of the Munster Senior Championship series now but as they found out to their cost in 2025, an inter-county team is only as good as it supporting cast.