West Clare may not be considered a hurling heartland but dig a little and there is a more fertile breeding ground of talented stick men than it first seems.
When St Joseph’s Doora-Barefield beat Rathnure from Wexford to win the 1999 All-Ireland club title, the Clare and Munster champions featured Joe Considine from Cooraclare at midfield.
You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in
Save €40 on an Annual Subscription.
Continue reading within unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber benefits.
Cancel anytime
Read
Listen
Watch
Play
CONNECT WITH US TODAY
Be the first to know the latest news and updates
Latest
Sport
Newsletter
Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.
Most Read
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - 12:00 PM
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - 11:00 AM
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - 11:00 AM



