Clare’s minor hurling coach feels players produced a mature showing in defeat to Kilkenny in the All Ireland semi-final.
The Banner fought back from a four point deficit late in the game to force the contest to extra-time, but Kilkenny finished best to claim the three point win.
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In the last three years, Clare have contested the Munster final and All Ireland semi-final in each season, along with winning both titles last season.
Coach Damien O’Halloran feels players put in a massive effort and were unlucky to just fall short.