Páraic McMahon

Breckan’s bidding to make their breakthrough

*St Breckan’s utility man, Jack Sheedy. Photograph: Burren Eye Photography A SURPRISE FACTOR with St Breckan’s no longer exists as the North Clare outfit are viewed as a top side but ultimately the provision of championship silverware is required for them to become a seriously respected force.

Dose of ambition delivered to Doora/Barefield

*Conor O’Brien & Tom McDonald in action for St Joseph’s Doora/Barefield. Photograph: Burren Eye Photography QUARTER-FINALISTS LAST SEASON, St Joseph’s Doora/Barefield got reacquainted with the taste of knockout football in the top tier and are anxious to sample it some more.