Proud boss says Clare want to reach greater heights

Clare 2-17 Kildare 1-19: The joy was evident and there were plenty celebrations but perhaps the most notable aspect of this historic victory for Clare was the absence of delirium.

There might have been some commentary beforehand, suggesting that victory in a Division 3 League final at Croke Park might mean more to the Bannermen than their opponents but it is very clear from the reaction of management and players alike that this is only a step on the journey.

“It is a great feeling, it was a fantastic experience for us” Clare boss Colm Collins said. “We came back well. They had a great start, they went ahead. It looked like they were dominating, but we kept battling away. Bit by bit we came back.