Inagh-Kilnamona boss Eugene Cullinan is hopeful of finding the right balance in their team ahead of this years TUS Clare senior hurling championship
They face Ballyea in the opening game of the 2026 campaign in a tie that will see Clare senior and U20 team mates come into direct opposition.
Inagh-Kilnamona are still searching for their first title as a club, with this game being a repeat of their 2021 final showdown against the same opponents.
Cullinan says integrating back in their county contingent is a welcome challenge for management to have
Throw in on Friday evening is at 7pm with commentary on Clare FM thanks to Custy Construction, Riverside Business Park, Quin Road, Ennis.
Meanwhile O’Callaghans Mills manager Sean Doyle feels they will need time to adjust to being back at the top table of Clare club hurling
Last year saw the East Clare men capture the Premier Intermediate crown to bounce back at the first time of asking before going on to win this years Clare Cup title.
They face 2024 champions Feakle in Saturday’s opening game, and Doyle says while they will carry confidence and momentum into the game, they know the level of challenge is going to increase
That one has a 4pm start on Saturday in Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosiog with commentary on Clare FM thanks to Gallaghers Bar Kilkishen
