Fired-up Ballyhale could be wetting the shamrock

AT this time of year, most clubs in the country, whatever their grade, are in serious training for their upcoming county championships. But any of those worth their salt are also thinking of All-Ireland finals.

For the senior clubs, today, St Patrick’s Day in Croke Park, is the ultimate ambition.

To get there once is a magnificent achievement, to get there twice within four years — as Ballyhale Shamrocks are doing — is brilliant. What then do you say about Portumna, going for the three-in-a-row, and a fourth title in five years?