Avenging last year's Munster heartbreak a motivating factor for Ballygunner

Sarsfields manager Johnny Crowley reflected with pride on a three-year journey for this side.

Former Wexford and Kildare football manager Jason Ryan too over from Darragh O'Sullivan as Ballygunner boss this season. Pic: ©INPHO/Tom O'Hanlon

Jason Ryan described his Ballygunner players as “amazing” after reaching an eighth consecutive Munster final.

It will be a first for Ryan after taking over from Darragh O’Sullivan this season, but the former Kildare and Wexford football manager spoke passionately about the longevity of the group and their appetite for success.