Conlon basks in Clare’s glory

THE GAA’s pleas to supporters to stay off the Croke Park pitch fell on deaf ears once again on Sunday after Clare’s emotional victory over Kilkenny in the All-Ireland U21 hurling final.

The authorities’ stance on health and safety grounds is understandable but so too is the desire of the fans to celebrate, to share their joy with the heroes.

The players enjoy this experience too and it is every youngster’s dream to look down at the throngs from the Hogan Stand steps.