Kilmurry Ibrickane manager James Murrihy feels the manner in which their younger players have handled the step up to senior level is pleasing to see.
The Bricks opened their 2023 champions season with a one point win over St Breckan’s, thanks in part to goals from Caoilfhionn O’Dea and Dermot Coughlan.
Up next will be a clash with Corofin in two weeks time, where the likes of Diarmuid Comber, Josh Moloney and Cathal Talty will continue their progression.
Murrihy says having a good mix of youth and experience in their side is key
Elsewhere in Group One, Oisin O’Donnell’s goal was the big score of the game as St Joseph’s Doora Barefield overcame Corofin by 1-11 to 0-12.
In Group Two, champions Eire Og got their bid for a third consecutive title off to a comfortable start with victory over Clondegad, thanks in part to 1-6 from Philip Talty
Manager Paul Madden says it was important his side got off to winning ways
Miltown are also off the mark as they edged a tight contest with Doonbeg.
Last year’s beaten finalists Ennistymon produced a strong second half showing to beat Kildysart, while Cathal McInerney kicked seven points as Cratloe beat Lissycasey by 0-12 to 1-7.
