Hurlers could be requested to leave field for removing helmet during match

There have been a number of incidents in recent championships when it appeared players removed their helmets as a means of slowing down momentum.

HELMET ON: O’Loughlin Gaels' Sean Bolger reacts to a missed chance. Pic Credit ©INPHO/Ben Brady

Hurlers who remove their helmets during a game will be requested to leave the field if a new playing rule motion is approved next year.

As a means of curbing time-wasting, it is being recommended that play continues as the person is off the field.