Fergal Moore has praised Galway hurling manager Anthony Cunningham for putting his faith in the youth.

Cunningham raised eyebrows when he opted for a very young squad at the start of the year, but Moore believes the decision will pay off long term.

"We have young, skilful players and where we failed in the past is bringing them through and developing them from minor," the Galway captain told the Connacht Tribune immediately after last Saturday's Allianz Hurling League relegation playoff replay victory over Dublin.

"I think Anthony (Cunningham), Tom (Helebert) and Mattie (Kenny) have focused really on picking a younger panel this year and have tried to develop a team. It is going to take time, but that (victory) will help today.

"It is a huge step for us. You need to be in Division 1A to be playing the top teams to improve, particularly when you have a young team that is only in its early stages of development. It is very important to be playing the top teams and learning every day you go out." Tweet

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