Clare's John Conlon looking forward to regular high-stakes games in Division 1A

Division 1B was hardly a stroll for Clare this season but John Conlon is looking forward to more high stakes games in the top flight next season.

Clare's John Conlon looking forward to regular high-stakes games in Division 1A

The week leading up to Sunday’s win over Limerick was the first time Conlon felt “a lot of pressure” before a game this year, as Davy Fitzgerald’s side succeeded in maintaining their 100% record to return to Division 1A one season after relegation.

“In Division 1B, there isn’t as much pressure on you,” the Clonlara man admitted. “It’s nice to get a bit of momentum going earlier on in the year, especially when the conditions are tough. Now you see the weather is improving and the ground is really hardening up. Last week in training, the buzz was electric as we knew the big games were coming again.

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