Clare football boss Colm Collins is challenging his players to raise their levels once more as they prepare to embark on another campaign in Division Two of the National League.
2017 saw the Banner maintain their spot in the second tier, and the new season opens with a home tie against a Cavan side newly relegated from Division One.
Clare will name their team tonight with a number of new faces set to feature after impressing in the early stages of the year.
Collins is confident they have the strength in depth to continue on an upward curve.
Throw in at Cusack Park on Saturday is at 2pm with live commentary here on Clare FM in association with Martin Daly Tyre Stop, Tulla Road, Ennis.