League is all most counties can aspire to winning

Success with all its advantages is quickly becoming the preserve of the few, and all too often the rich.

It is well accepted success begets success and a brief review of Allianz Football League champions supports this, where six of the last 12 League winners went on to claim the All-Ireland championship in September. League success in April didn’t just bolster confidence and status it also allowed for a prolonged period of competitive games to develop players, hone playing styles, foster a winning attitude and solidify the best possible panel.

However in recent years there has been a significant change.