Cats sow seeds for future success

KILKENNY’S sights may be on an historic double treble of league and All-Ireland success this year but the county is already busy laying the foundations for its continued dominance in the years to come.

Last night, the second of two sports conferences organised by the county's development squad committee was held in the Marble City's Springhill Hotel to help coaches from around the county get up-to-date information on all aspects of games.

Coaches of teams from U10 level up to senior listened to the experts, such as surgeon Gerry McEntee, sports scientist Dr Niall Moyna and Kilkenny hurling manager Brian Cody, expound on preparation, training, playing and recuperating. The quality of the speakers was matched by their determination to pass on their knowledge.