Delaney: Aylward proposal unrealistic

A NOBLE aspiration but not achievable in the ‘‘real world’’.

That’s how Leinster Council Secretary Michael Delaney yesterday responded to the call for winning Ballyhale Shamrocks manager Maurice Aylward to have the provincial club hurling finals ‘‘showcased’’ in the summer. “It’s a pity the games have to be pushed back so late in the year,’’ he said following their victory over holders Birr in Nowlan Park.

“I just could not believe his comments,’’ Delaney said when asked to respond. “When is he going to play the county championship, or is he talking about playing the club championship a year behind schedule,’’ he asked.