Kilkenny loves split season but misses September finals

The All-Ireland winner laments the loss of a promotional opportunity in schools though sees the value of the new calendar.

NEW ROLE: Ciaran Kilkenny of Dublin before the All-Ireland final between Dublin and Kerry at Croke Park. Picture: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

Ciarán Kilkenny has hailed the split season as a benefit for inter-county players but admits he misses September All-Ireland finals.

After its second full county-club iteration this year, the championship block model will again be in place in 2024 as the finals, barring replays, once again take place before the end of July.