Clifford staying a step ahead of hype

Not yet 19 and the compilation of his best bits and hits already makes for compelling viewing.

The first time this reporter came across David Clifford was on a murky Tuesday in October of 2015. St Brendan’s, Killarney vs Abbey CBS in the opening round of the Corn Uí Mhuirí. There were 20 people watching on in Mallow.

St Brendan’s won with 12 to spare, the highlight of the hour being the manner in which Clifford effortlessly conducted the Killarney attack. He’d kick four points, laying off the final pass for twice that amount.