Offaly minors sharpen the radar in second half to reach first All-Ireland in 33 years

After a largely forgetful opening half an hour, at the end of which Offaly had registered more wides than scores, Leo O’Connor’s youngsters sharpened the collective radar during a second half display full of verve and vigour.

Offaly's Leigh Kavanagh catches a breaking ball. ©INPHO/Tom Maher

Offaly 2-16 Clare 0-18

A rousing second half showing from Offaly, led by captain Dan Ravenhill, secured the county a first All-Ireland minor hurling final appearance in 33 years.