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Gillane had a rush of blood to the head. He will learn. Am I the only one that cannot figure out what is going on with Kevin Downes not making the last 5 match day panels. hailorshine (Limerick) - Posts: 70 - 05/07/2018 22:08:52 2118962 Link 1 |
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Richie McCarthy will be needed for Walsh Cooney or Flynn. I kind of expected him to start. Really don't see what O Donoghue offers can't think of one good game he has had. Think he offers nothing. Really stunned that Colon Ryan is not even on panel when I look at some who were included I cannot make any sense of his omission.
welpastit (Limerick) - Posts: 740 - 05/07/2018 23:05:53 2118980 Link 0 |
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This looks like the best Team Limerick have had in 20 Years, because of the lack of success we've had in the past 50 years the pressure will start to increase on the group, the deeper into the competition they go, and there are already signs that it is telling. LMK2012 (Limerick) - Posts: 15 - 05/07/2018 23:22:43 2118984 Link 0 |
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All th ebest to teh team on Sunday - should win but wouldn't be surprised if Carlow push them for a fair bit. What they need to do is get back to the style of hurling (using the ball properly) they played with all year - that was the worst thing about Clare game, they went back to just lumping it down the field. If they get back to using the ball right, they'll win comfortably and then onto Leinster losers - would prefer KK but I can never write them off, could be Galway just as easy. ImokillyMan (Cork) - Posts: 221 - 06/07/2018 08:09:42 2119013 Link 0 |
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i'm not knocking our own players just simply calling it as it is. Gillane is a hugely important player and very talented. Canning and Reid are well able to look after themselves but I can never recall either standing back from an opponent and striking him with full force under the nose of an official. Horgan was very unlucky to be sent off in that Munster final V Limerick. his wild pull was careless/wreckless but definitely not intentional. Then we have a player who goes out V Clare and strikes a player twice into a part of the body that's illegal even in MMA. again directly under the noses of 2 officials. Can we also say that Condon is a young player (31) and made a mistake. Anyway, time to move on now and forget about it and concentrate on beating Carlow before we worry about any other game. Carlow are decent and deserve respect. Huge kick in the teeth for them having to play 6 days after winning the Joe McDonagh, which is their All-Ireland. hamstring (Limerick) - Posts: 318 - 06/07/2018 09:19:53 2119031 Link 0 |
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I'd also have Coin Ryan starting but to say O'Donoghue offers nothing is very harsh. His best game was in the league quarter final v Cork last year where he was immense throughout - he was injured for the rest of the campaign as far as I remember. He must be getting back to that level in training. No major qualms about the selection - delighted to see Paddy O'Loughlin get on the bench, well deserved. I agree with the poster who mentioned Downes not getting in is a surprise - I'd have him ahead of Pat Ryan and David Reidy in the pecking order. Must've been a close call to drop David Dempsey - I think theres very little between himself and Nash. Both have similar attributes, both have been very underwhelming and should be offering a lot more than they have shown so far.
McFan88 (Limerick) - Posts: 450 - 06/07/2018 10:48:16 2119064 Link 0 |
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I'd also have Coin Ryan starting but to say O'Donoghue offers nothing is very harsh. His best game was in the league quarter final v Cork last year where he was immense throughout - he was injured for the rest of the campaign as far as I remember. He must be getting back to that level in training. No major qualms about the selection - delighted to see Paddy O'Loughlin get on the bench, well deserved. I agree with the poster who mentioned Downes not getting in is a surprise - I'd have him ahead of Pat Ryan and David Reidy in the pecking order. Must've been a close call to drop David Dempsey - I think theres very little between himself and Nash. Both have similar attributes, both have been very underwhelming and should be offering a lot more than they have shown so far."]Was at that game in Cork Macfan and I couldn't disagree more with your analysis. He was even taken off that day. For me he doesn't have the hurling to play at this level. Like you I rate Downes but there is no way I'd have him before Pat Ryan. Ryan is a speedster who has had an impact in every game where he was introduced. I'd rate Downes higher than a few selected though.
welpastit (Limerick) - Posts: 740 - 06/07/2018 11:02:51 2119074 Link 0 |
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Seemingly Colin Ryan has been completely dropped off the panel. upthetreatyboys (Limerick) - Posts: 104 - 06/07/2018 11:33:04 2119085 Link 0 |
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colin ryan is not part of john kielys plans he is gone off of the panel for a good bit.
munsterchamps (Limerick) - Posts: 1143 - 06/07/2018 13:07:05 2119118 Link 0 |
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I'd also have Coin Ryan starting but to say O'Donoghue offers nothing is very harsh. His best game was in the league quarter final v Cork last year where he was immense throughout - he was injured for the rest of the campaign as far as I remember. He must be getting back to that level in training. No major qualms about the selection - delighted to see Paddy O'Loughlin get on the bench, well deserved. I agree with the poster who mentioned Downes not getting in is a surprise - I'd have him ahead of Pat Ryan and David Reidy in the pecking order. Must've been a close call to drop David Dempsey - I think theres very little between himself and Nash. Both have similar attributes, both have been very underwhelming and should be offering a lot more than they have shown so far."]Was at that game in Cork Macfan and I couldn't disagree more with your analysis. He was even taken off that day. For me he doesn't have the hurling to play at this level. Like you I rate Downes but there is no way I'd have him before Pat Ryan. Ryan is a speedster who has had an impact in every game where he was introduced. I'd rate Downes higher than a few selected though."]O'Donoghue is not the most stylish hurler but he offers a lot of aggression and is very good defensively. His presence may allow Lynch a bit more freedom to attack also. I can't understand why Downes isn't making the 26. He is so explosive I would have thought he would be an excellent impact sub. In the club all ireland replay he caught a ball over a crowd of players on the 45, carried it and nearly broke the crossbar with a rasper from 30 yards. He offers this type of impact whereas there are players named on the bench who are not up to the standard required. We should use our full compliment of subs tomorrow from half time on and put this game away as early as possible. lowballs (Limerick) - Posts: 209 - 06/07/2018 13:29:39 2119123 Link 0 |
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The pitch in Carlow is in fair bad shape. Way worse than thurles last week. This will undoubtedly be a factor. Just hope it doesn't cause injuries. The team is very solid and sensible. I'd imagine kiely is allowing finn and DOD a bit more time to recover 100% while still having a look at other options in these positions. The bench is strong and hopefully limerick will be in a position to use it and use it well. Looking forward to the match tomorrow evening just hope the venue remains suitable for the players. daveboy (Limerick) - Posts: 1197 - 06/07/2018 14:04:56 2119133 Link 1 |
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I just don't get why Kevin Downes is not making the match day panel. He offered an explosive element to a team that nobody else on that panel has. Unfortunately the Limerick management seem to make up their minds about a player and that is it. StandingBear (Limerick) - Posts: 257 - 06/07/2018 16:54:07 2119171 Link 0 |
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I think he should have left Casey at FB. He is the man for that position long term imo and faith should have been shown in him. I hope this doesn't mean uncertainty on the managers part about a vital position. Tadhgmacda (Limerick) - Posts: 99 - 06/07/2018 17:16:59 2119176 Link 0 |
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His highlights reel is impressive, but... his balance is average for intercounty, he can move in a straight line quickly but is slow to twist and turn. he often shoots over the shoulder while half turned without success IMO he has the power to compensate but that means taking punishment, he's not a distributor either for a big man.
LMK2012 (Limerick) - Posts: 15 - 06/07/2018 21:48:31 2119230 Link 1 |
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The pitch will be the same for both teams.!! Thurles looked patchy from the stands and on TV last week but was actually in great shape to walk/play on. Forget about that 'camogie wan' talking through her hat on the Sunday Game with her 'get out the water tankers' mantra. She knows sweet F.A. about it. Kiely's giving respect to Carlow, starting his strongest team possible on the day. Hopefully Pat Ryan can play himself back into contention for a future starting place, what an awful shame he missed that glorious goal chance V Cork. It could really have boosted his confidence. Time has also come for Barry Nash to make an impact. hamstring (Limerick) - Posts: 318 - 06/07/2018 23:29:22 2119248 Link 0 |
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Our subs bench suddenly looks sparse and lacking impact players.We have many we rate promising but still await them to deliver when need greatest.Dont think we have currently anyone on panel to solve full back position long term.Is it time to try something outside the box.How about trying Cian Lynch there.He is strong mobile and great reader of game.Galway tried it with Burke Kilkenny did it with Padraig Walshe.We keep trying to stick with status quo hoping it will finally come good. flyinghigh (Kerry) - Posts: 213 - 07/07/2018 07:11:40 2119265 Link 0 |
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Totally agree re pitch been same for both players. I just hope it's safe for both sets of players is my point . From the pictures I've seen and I admit only pictures it looks pretty bad.
daveboy (Limerick) - Posts: 1197 - 07/07/2018 08:29:47 2119274 Link 0 |
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You want to try our most creative player Fullback? Ridiculous.
brud (Limerick) - Posts: 943 - 07/07/2018 09:04:50 2119279 Link 0 |
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cian lynch at full back......i think the sun is gettin to you.....what a load of rubbish.
munsterchamps (Limerick) - Posts: 1143 - 07/07/2018 09:15:03 2119282 Link 1 |
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Very silly comment to make about the "Camogie Wan" She happens to have three All Stars which is more impressive when she was on the loosing All Ireland team on each occasion. And to state she knows FA about it!!! What the F do you know about it. .... and after all, she's the one on TV. Not you!! All three panalests discussed how poor the pitch looked. Yet you pick out the one female panelist's comment. I fully agree that for a munster final the pitch should have looked better. It's being watched around the world. If Croke Park can be watered then the venues for all the big games should be watered. You were obviously never at a Camogie match in your life and are one of these old boys that don't respect women in sport. Seeking_silver (Limerick) - Posts: 411 - 07/07/2018 09:40:59 2119286 Link 1 |