It was a massive weekend for hurling but also as big a one for the officiating of it, given the questionable standard so far in this year’s Championship. Thankfully, three of the established names came through with flying colours.

Like I did in referees meetings in Croke Park, I give an honest opinion and I won’t be changing that for anyone

Big calls by the appointments committee and unfortunately ones that have to be questioned

Referees concentration levels are better without large crowds in the stands