The changes brought about at last year’s Special Congress saw Kerry hurling “thrown under the bus”, Kingdom manager Fintan O’Connor has claimed.

Kilmoyley 3-15 St Brendan’s, Ardfert 1-13: Kilmoyley overwhelmed a lethargic St Brendan’s to claim their 23rd Kerry SHC title - and move one behind table toppers Ballyduff in the roll of hour - at Abbeydorney yesterday.

CHAMPIONS Kerry lead the way on this year’s Christy Ring Cup Champion 15 with four players rewarded for their performances on the side that claimed honours in last June’s final against Wicklow in Croke Park.

A STROLL at headquarters for Kerry on Saturday, a final they dominated from start to finish against a game but outclassed Wicklow side to win their first Christy Ring Cup title.

Kerry hurlers secured home advantage for the semi-final of the Christy Ring Cup following their comprehensive defeat of Westmeath at Tralee this afternoon.