Galway boss says lack of competition stunting development

THE U21 hurling grade has been a happy hunting ground for Galway yet current team boss Anthony Cunningham still believes their record can be enhanced.

Tomorrow night Cunningham brings his charges to Thurles for a Bord Gáis Energy All-Ireland U21HC decider against Tipperary, after just one competitive match this season.

Rather than be pleased with a bye into an All-Ireland semi-final, Cunningham believes the development of young Galway players may be stunted by a lack of provincial competition.