Limerick rest Kelly for Galway encounter

BRILLIANT wing-forward Stephen Kelly is a surprise omission from the Limerick team to play Galway in Division 1B of the Allianz NFL at Ballinasloe on Sunday.

Football PRO John Ryan said management decided to give the Newcastlewest player a rest: "It has been non-stop for Stephen over the last few months and though he is not carrying an injury, it was felt best to give him a break."

He is replaced by former hurler Mike O'Brien, his first start in the League. Otherwise, the team is the same as that which beat Wexford in their last outing, with Maurice Horan holding onto the number 13 shirt.