Getting to know the ‘unknown’ hurlers of Wexford

If elite hurling is suffering from an identity crisis, in terms of the anonymity of players, then this current Wexford team are the true unknowns. Fear not, former star Rory Jacob is here to provide insight into the men who started the Division 1 quarter-final win over Kilkenny.

Mark Fanning (26, Glynn-Barntown)

“Mark is one of the most dedicated players in the whole panel. His life is built around trying to be a better goalkeeper. He’s just obsessed with it and he would have very high standards. He would be looking to push himself on the whole time.”