Sixmilebridge boss Rusty Chaplin has hit back at critics of the team who questioned the decison to recall Davy Fitzgerald to the starting line up for Saturdays semi final against Cratloe.
The former county number one and soon to be appointed manager pulled off two important saves in the second half to deny Cratloe and help the ‘Bridge to their first county final since 2002.
Chaplin told Clare fm that their decison to recall the former all star was vindicated by his perfrormance:
Meanwhile Crusheen manager Michale Bronwe has admitted that his side are desperate to retain the county senior hurling title in two weeks time.
The North clare outfit booked their second final apperance in a row with an eight point win over Kilmaley on Sunday
Browne who guided Crusheen to their first ever county title last year felt having a tough group has helped their defense of Canon hamilton so far this year:
