Six Clare players have been named on Electric Ireland’s Minor Hurling Team Of The Year.
The dominance of Brian O’Connell’s charges en-route to claiming a first All-Ireland title at the grade in 26 years has been reflected in this years selection.
Clare Captain & Broadford clubman, Eoghan Gunning has been selected at corner-back while also being named ‘Star Player Of The Year’ for his barnstorming displays.
Elsewhere in defence, Killanena’s Ronan Keane claimed the full-back position, while Sixmilebridge’s Matthew O’Halloran & Inagh-Kilnamona’s James Hegarty occupy the wing and centre-back spots respectively.
There was also strong Clare representation in the forward line with Clonlara sharpshooter, Michael Collins selected at centre forward and Cratloe talisman, Marc O’Brien awarded the number 14 position.
2023 Electric Ireland Hurling Minor Star Team of the Year
1. Shane Murray (Galway and Kilconieron)
2. Eoghan Gunning (Clare and Broadford)
3. Ronan Keane (Clare and Killanena)
4. Seán Murphy (Galway and Clarinbridge)
5. Matthew O’Halloran (Clare and Sixmilebridge)
6. James Hegarty (Clare and Inagh-Kilnamona)
7. David O’Leary (Cork and Ballincollig)
8. Michael Burke (Galway and Skehana/Mountbellew-Moylough)
9. Matthew Fitzgerald (Limerick and Monaleen)
10. Greg Kelly (Kilkenny and O’Loughlin Gaels)
11. Michael Collins (Clare and Clonlara)
12. Barry Walsh (Cork and Killeagh)
13. Jason Rabbitte (Galway and Athenry)
14. Marc O’Brien (Clare and Cratloe)
15. Aaron Niland (Galway and Clarinbridge)
