Hughes aiming to push on with Down

DANNY HUGHES can’t wait for the opportunity to prove that 2010 wasn’t a flash in the pan for both himself and Down.

After nearly a decade of inter-county service, the hard working wing-forward virtually became an overnight sensation and was nominated for Footballer of the Year after the Mournemen surprisingly reaching the All-Ireland final.

He accepts many believe Down were one season wonders despite pushing Cork so close in September’s decider, particularly as they exited the championship the previous season at the hands of lowly Wicklow in the qualifiers.