Kelly bids to boost Murphy Cup

THE GAA is hoping Saturday nights will be the saviour of the much-criticised Tommy Murphy Cup after last season’s fiasco.

Tue, 22 Mar, 2005 - 00:00

Brendan O'Brien

Although 19 teams were eligible to enter in the tournament’s inaugural year, only four accepted the invitation to extend their season.

GAA President Seán Kelly has met with a number of counties about competing in the tournament this year and claims to have a received a more positive response.

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