By Shaun Casey THE 2022 season was a roller-coaster ride for Down hurling and was quite literally a year of highs and lows. The Mourne men topped the Division Two league table but produced their worst performance of the year in the league final against Westmeath. A huge win over Kerry followed in the McDonagh […]
Conor McGurk Cup fixtures released
THE Conor McGurk Cup will once again be played in 2023, with the structure taking the form of a knockout format this time around. Down are the reigning champions, having defeated Donegal in last season’s decider 1-22 to 2-18. Ulster University and QUB will once again field a team and Leinster opponents Louth likewise, just […]
BBC coverage a positive reflection on Down hurlers says Sheehan
National Hurling League Division 2A Down v Kerry Saturday, Ballycran, 2pm By Shaun Casey DOWN’S crucial clash with Kerry will be streamed live on the BBC iPlayer this weekend, which is “indicative of the improvement that Down hurling has made” according to their boss Ronan Sheehan. “It’s just probably a pity it’s the week that […]
Opinion: Down on the up
By Michael McMullan RONAN Sheehan has done an excellent job in steering Down to the top of Division 2A and they’re now two at most, possibly one, game away from top level hurling. Sunday’s win over Westmeath makes the final game with Kerry important as the winner will reach the league final while if Down […]
Down hurling boss expects full-strength Derry
Ronan Sheehan says Derry present a very difficult problem for his team.
Shane Elliott – Where else woul you get it?
Shane Elliott says the club Championship further emphasises the strength of the GAA community.
Down hurlers will be stronger next year according to Sheehan
Down lost the Christy Ring final to Meath, but have plenty of potential according to their manager.