Kelly: New helmet rule is ‘childish’

Stop treating the players like children, that’s the message from Waterford’s Eoin Kelly to the GAA as the new rule on compulsory wearing of helmets is about to take effect.

Kelly is one of a number of senior players who do not use a helmet, but with the GAA taking a strong line on health and safety, they will be faced with a stark choice on January 1 – wear a full-face helmet, or retire.