Brennan bemoans Conway red card

Tyrone’s foundations for a serious push for promotion at the second attempt have been solidly laid.

A five-game unbeaten run culminated in a first Dr McKenna Cup title since 2007 and now Mickey Harte feels his Red Hand charges are ready to begin the task of reclaiming their place in the top tier of the Allianz Football League.

Throughout the pre-season competition, Harte has had one eye on the Croke Park clash with Kildare which will launch the 2012 NFL next weekend. And he is determined to spend no more than two seasons in Division Two.