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Sports Preview – 30th October 2026

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Summary

Clare Senior Hurling Champions, Ina Kilnamona, celebrate their recent victory, which opens the door to potential provincial and All-Ireland competitions. They face a challenging match against the seasoned Glen Rovers, two-time All-Ireland champions, in Cork. This marks Kilnamona's first venture into the Munster Senior Championship, presenting a unique opportunity as they approach the game without the burden of past disappointments in provincial play.

Daryl Grady highlights the contrasting experiences of both teams, noting that while Glen Rovers boasts a wealth of championship experience, Kilnamona's relative inexperience could work to their advantage. The team has had ample time to prepare and strategize since their Clare Championship win, allowing them to analyze Glen Rovers' recent performances.

In addition to the upcoming match, six Clare Senior Hurlers receive nominations for the PWC All-Stars, with expectations that several will make the final selection. The discussion also touches on the upcoming National Hurling League fixtures, with Clare set to face Dublin in their first match of the season.

Show Notes

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Darragh O'Grady to preview the weekend’s sporting fixtures.

~ Munster Senior Club Hurling Quarter Final ~ Inagh-Kilnamona v Glen Rovers (Cork) (Sunday, Supervalu Pairc ui Chaoimh, 1:15pm)

~ Hurling All Stars Announced This Evening ~

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