Larry Tompkins: 'Last year's minors are playing rugby and soccer. They are gone from the GAA'

Cork need to run an U18 championship in 2023, the Rebels legend says. 

DEVELOPMENT: Cork football icon Larry Tompkins says he's worried about a generation of players. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

I really enjoyed helping out with the Bishopstown minor footballers this year, alongside Brian and Pat Cuthbert. After years of having the pub on my plate, it’s nice to have the time to get back involved and to give back.

The group of U17s we had this year are a good bunch. But I’m worried for them and their development going forward.