Limerick hurlers welcome back dual stars

LIMERICK football boss Liam Kearns has released Stephen Lucey and Conor Fitzgerald from his panel to line out for the county hurlers in their NHL phase two clash with Waterford at the Gaelic Grounds on Sunday.

Their availability after an almost two year absence from the hurling squad has been hastened by the footballers non involvement in competitive action until they open their championship campaign in June. New hurling boss Joe McKenna and his football counterpart met recently to resolve the long standing dual player controversy.

Lucey, who will play in a new position at corner back against Waterford, and Fitzgerald will continue to be available for football selection.