Irish hurley-makers get a slap in the face

THE news (February 28) that 30% of hurleys are now produced in Poland must have come as something of a shock to fans of the game.

But for Irish hurley-makers, it was the ultimate slap in the face.

It is now clear why the Government had no interest in bringing this indigenous industry to a level it rightfully deserves as the backbone of a multimillion euro sports industry — namely the game of hurling.