Injury Worries For Clare Ahead Of 2018 National Hurling League

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Clare have some major injury concerns ahead of the opening round of the National Hurling League in a fortnights time.

Sixmilebridge’s Jamie Shanahan is continuing to recover from a back injury while Clooney/Quin’s Peter Duggan suffered a hand injury in the build up to Sunday’s Munster League Final loss to Limerick.

Wolfe Tone’s Aron Shanagher has already been ruled out for the season after undergoing surgery on a cruciate knee injury.

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The Banner get the season proper underway on Sunday week with a home tie against Tipperary in Cusack Park.

Joint manager Gerry O’Connor says while Sunday’s performance was disappointing, there’s plenty time to turn things around.