‘We always knew it was going to go down to the wire’ – Ballyea braced for final round showdown
*Ballyea’s Niall Deasy. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill BALLYEA ‘always knew it was going to go down to the wire’ in the Group of Death.
Barry Cullinane
Ballyea have ‘big characters’ but backs are to the wall following opening round loss
*James Murphy carries the ball out of defence. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill BALLYEA are determined to bounce back following an eight point opening round loss to Clonlara.
Ballyea strive to revive in drive for five
*Ballyea’s Mossy Gavin. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill IN A determined bid to wrestle back the Canon Hamilton, Ballyea have enlisted the services of Galway duo Barry Cullinane and Joe Hession to try and steer the perennial contenders to a third county senior hurling title in four seasons.
New managers for ten Clare senior hurling clubs
*Ex Clare manager, Gerry O’Connor is back for a second stint as Éire Óg manager. Photograph: Martin Connolly AS the new domestic GAA season approaches, clubs across the county have been busy putting plans in place while many have commenced training for what they hope will lead to title winning performances.
