Ruan’s O’Halloran appointed Roscommon manager
*Francie O’Halloran. Ruan’s Francis O’Halloran has been named as the new manager of the Roscommon senior hurlers.
Donal Moloney
New post-primary hurling competition ‘a step forward for Clare’ – Moloney
*Competing schools pictured at the recent launch in Cusack Park. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill Starting a new U15 post-primary hurling competition represents “a step forward on a lot of fronts” for underage development in the county, former Clare manager Donal Moloney has said.
Clare GAA propose three year extension for Lohan
Clare GAA is to propose that Brian Lohan be offered a three year extension as county senior hurling manager.
Scariff capable of having a big input as they return to senior ranks
*Mark Rodgers will be a vital component of Scariff’s attack. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill A strong senior hurling club back in the forties and fifties, dwindling numbers contributed to Scariff losing their senior status but the reigning intermediate champions are viewed as a side that will have a big say in the 2021 campaign.
Duggan returning from Australia as Clooney/Quin prepare for Clare SHC opener
*Peter Duggan. Photograph: Eamon Ward Clooney/Quin’s championship preparations have received a major boost with All Star, Peter Duggan set to return to their ranks.
Davy Fitz steps down as Wexford boss
*Davy Fitzgerald. Photograph: Burren Eye Photography Sixmilebridge’s Davy Fitzgerald has called time on his five year tenure in charge of the Wexford senior hurlers.
Ryan settling into Clare defence by making number five jersey his own
*Diarmuid Ryan fielding the sliotar from the sky in a man of the match display versus Kilkenny. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill A shorter run-in time for Clare’s championship opener has not diluted the buzz in the camp according to Diarmuid Ryan who is enjoying a new lease of life while making the number five jersey his …
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Tuohy departs Clare senior hurling panel
*Donal Tuohy. Photograph: Martin Connolly Donal Tuohy has called time on his Clare career after twelve years on the county senior hurling panel.
Big blow for Clare as O’Connor picks up serious injury
Clare’s senior hurlers have been dealt a major setback with defender Patrick O’Connor sustaining what is believed to be a serious knee injury.
Malone not lacking in motivation for season ahead
*Cathal Malone in Lahinch. Photograph: John Mangan The Clare Echo’s hurling coverage is brought to you in association with Cellnet. Cathal Malone has been on the Clare senior hurling panel since 2014, last year’s season stands out at his best to date but he’s determined to go bigger and better for the campaign ahead.
