Rhode chief Darby urges improvement for decider

THEY may have made a small bit of history by qualifying for their first Leinster final yesterday, but Rhode manager Stephen Darby was keeping his feet firmly on the ground yesterday.

Offaly champions for the last three seasons, Rhode were determined to make serious inroads into the provincial competition this winter after disappointment in their last two campaigns.

Though obviously delighted with his side’s achievement in Parnell Park, Darby was adamant that improvement would be needed if they are to secure the title.