Replying To iarmhiabu:  "What is the problem with being from Ballycomoyle?"

Replying To Iarmhisamhi:  "I'll just predict the senior final, as I haven't seen much of the other grades to make a call on them. I think the Downs-Kinnegad will be very close- 1 or 2 points either way. The group game where the Downs won easily has absolutely no bearing on this fixture. As well as that, teams that win semi-finals at a canter often find it difficult to get to the pitch of a final, and let's face it, the second half of the Mullingar semi-final was a non-event, whereas Kinnegad had to play to a high level all through to beat Lomans, who have been great champions but are not the team they were.
If a fit Mitchell plays, The Downs to win by 2/3, if not, and I don't think he will, then a draw or Kinnegad could sneak it. I know I'm catching a lot of scenarios here, but he is such an outlet for them in terms of laying off possession and linking that it really matters. Anyone who says that the Downs will steamroll Kinnegad may not be factoring in the local derby aspect of this fixture, as well as Kinnegad's rising confidence since the Athlone game. Really looking forward to it."

Replying To dec:  "I have seen The Downs on 3 occasions and Kinnegad on 3 occasions and The Downs will win it handy, I don't know where you are getting that it will be a point or 2 either way, The Downs are far superior to CK, The only scenario where CK could have a small chance is if The Downs have an off day and CK play out of their skins, only then could CK get to within a couple of points in my opinion. But everyone entitled to their own views."

Replying To OverTheHill85:  "Surely you can understand he's pointing out geographical differences."