Dream call-up for Coogan caps remarkable return from injury

NO place for Charlie Carter or Brian McEvoy in the Kilkenny team for Sunday’s Guinness All-Ireland hurling final against Clare, but a dream call-up for Jimmy Coogan!

McEvoy is the player who loses out to the 23-year-old Tullaroan player, who made a dramatic recovery from a serious injury last year which threatened his playing career, while Carter will be on the substitutes bench.

It means that Eddie Brennan holds on to his position in the right corner-forward, with D.J. Carey guaranteed selection in the other corner after an outstanding display last game.