Cork need time, says Kieran Kingston

Kieran Kingston has appealed for patience from Cork fans as his developing side prepares for tomorrow evening’s Allianz NHL Division 1A opener at home to Clare.

A big crowd is expected at Páirc Uí Rinn for the visit of the champions and Cork are targeting a much improved campaign after losing all five group fixtures last year.

That run of form plunged the Rebels into a relegation play-off with Galway, which they won, and the hope is that Kingston can steer the team into the top four this season.