Daly appointed manager of the Bannermen

ANTHONY DALY, the man who captained Clare to two exhilarating All-Ireland senior hurling championships, was last night appointed manager of the Banner county for the coming season.

Daly’s appointment was ratified at last night's meeting of the Clare County Board and his back-room team will consist of former manager Fr Harry Bohan and Wolfe Tones clubman Alan Cunningham.

An inspirational captain during his illustrious playing career, Daly takes over from Cyril Lyons, who stepped down following three years in the position and the Clarecastle man’s appointment will be greeted with universal approval by Clare hurling fans.