Cork U20s boosted as Barry Walsh set to be available for Munster semi-final

The Killeagh forward did not line out for the Cork U20s in their victory over Waterford last month due to a request from senior team management

Barry Walsh is top scorer for the Cork U20s this season with 3-28 over three games. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Barry Walsh is expected to be available for the Cork U20 hurlers’ Munster semi-final against Clare in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Wednesday (7.35pm throw-in).

The Killeagh starlet did not line out for Noel Furlong’s side against Waterford in their midweek clash last month at the request of the senior management, who gave him his championship debut in the win over Tipperary in Thurles the following Sunday.

Walsh also began in the seniors' home victory against Limerick last Sunday week before returning for the U20s last Wednesday when he scored 1-5 against Clare in Páirc Uí Chaoimh to secure home advantage in the semi-final.

Top scorer for the U20s with 3-28 across three outings, Walsh is set to lead the line once more against the Banner and could also be part of Ben O’Connor’s plans for the trip to Waterford on Saturday evening.

The 60-hour availability rule does not apply to Walsh this week as this weekend’s game in Azzurri Walsh Park falls outside the window from the Clare fixture.