After years of underage hurt, Waterford hurling has new starting point

Across the previous three seasons, Waterford’s minor and U20 sides suffered 21 defeats from 24 games. 

Shane Power of Waterford celebrates upon the shoulders of supporters. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

“This is the starting point for our county,” declared Waterford minor manager James O’Connor after masterminding a fresh chapter in the county’s underage fortunes.

Across the 2022, ‘23, and ‘24 seasons, Waterford’s combined minor and U20 championship record read a worrying 21 defeats from 24 outings.