Can the empire strike back?

Developing hurling is like building a pyramid. When I look at the hurling scene in Kilkenny I get the impression their activities are co-ordinated and energies are channelled into inter-county success, the pinnacle of their pyramid.

Every January their ambition is to be as competitive as they can and hope to win their competitions. All their resources are connected, co-ordinated and mobilised and they’re not shy in proclaiming this. Can the same be said for Cork?

Kilkenny recognise club activity is very important but also recognise inter-county success, particularly at senior level but important also at minor and U21, are their greatest games promotion vehicles. In today’s world it is recognised universally that role models in various walks of life fire the imagination and inspire teenagers across the board to emulate their heroes and heroines in various activities. Hurling is the same.