GPA’s David Collins wants ‘less is more’ approach to extend careers

Former Galway hurling captain David Collins has hit out at the “crazy” demands on players.

GPA’s David Collins wants ‘less is more’ approach to extend careers
Tue, 06 Feb, 2018 - 00:00
Paul Keane

Collins called it quits after the 2016 campaign, meaning he missed out on the Tribesmen’s All-Ireland breakthrough by a single season.

He’s still playing for his club, Liam Mellows, who will take on reigning champions Cuala in the AIB All-Ireland club semi-finals on Saturday.

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