Jim Gavin: What’s the rush with League kick-off?

Jim Gavin has questioned beginning the league so early in the year. For the second year in succession, Dublin commenced their Division 1 campaign in January much to Gavin’s frustration.

Speaking about Kerry returning from their team trip to Miami earlier last month, he said: “It must be difficult for them. They’re only back from their holidays. That’s a challenge. We’re making the season longer. It’s taking away from players. They should probably be with the clubs at this time of year.” Gavin would like to see the league started in late March.

“Any time after St Patrick’s Day would do me fine. There’s a lot going on with players in all counties between Sigerson, Fitzgibbon. A lot of club teams are back now. We’ve got a pre-season tournament. The club championships are on, which is a fantastic competition.