Rebels would forever regret early retirement

“PERHAPS I am overstepping my remit here but, as a Cork sports person, it is impossible to ignore the shambolic state of affairs that define the current hurling dispute.

The threat of mass retirements from the playing ranks is utterly ridiculous. Many of the current panel are still in their early to mid 20s and need to recognise that there is no substitute in sport for playing.

Coaching, managing or selecting comes a very poor second. You will only appreciate this after you retire.