John Considine: ‘I feel literally blessed’

John Considine won an All-Ireland and an All-Star in 1990. He’d have been happy enough just to hurl once for Cork in the championship.

Everything was new. I hadn’t played championship for Cork even at minor or U21. I played league games alright but never championship. Even playing the first game against Kerry was a big plus. Making the Cork team, literally putting on the jersey, I could have died happy after playing against Kerry.

From there to the finish, you were a greenhorn in lots of ways. I wouldn’t say bonus territory but this was all great. Then you’re on a bit of roll.