Cratloe make extra man count

Ballygunner 1-10 Cratloe 3-07

The Clare side, football as well as hurling champions in the Banner County, were hanging on to a two-point lead with eight minutes left when Podge Collins’ effort held up in that strong breeze: Cathal McInerney fielded cleanly and made ground before booting home the decisive goal, Cratloe’s third.

Observers discussing the specific challenges of the club championship might have had yesterday in Walsh Park in mind. Strong winds and yielding turf ask specific questions, and as the visitors Cratloe probably had more answers to provide.