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Wexford Hurling thread 2024

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26 man panel all fit..
My selection:
1. Fanning
2. Duggan
3. S reck
4.Murphy
5.Donohue
6.Devitt
7.E Ryan
8. L Ryan
9.Foley
10.Charlie
11.Matt
12.C Molloy
13.D Reck
14.DOK
15.Hearne
16.K Foley
17.Liam Og
18.J O Connor
19.Chin
20.Casey
21.R O Connor
22.C Byrne
23.Dunbar
24.C Byrne
25C Mac
26.lawlor

hunting (Wexford) - Posts: 1150 - 11/03/2024 21:03:07    2530821

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Have to be thrilled with yesterday given the list of absentees, trick now is to try have as many fit and available for April 21st and have proper competition for places. As pointed out earlier 3 points in the 3 minutes prior to half time was vital, delighted how we problem solved in game both on the pitch and on the line. Anyone hear if CBD not starting was tactical or was he carrying an injury or illness, was surprised Tucker got no run.

TerribleFootwork (Wexford) - Posts: 1760 - 11/03/2024 21:35:25    2530824

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Replying To Timbertony:  "Splitting KK and Galway should always be the minimum target. Not limping into third place and/or staying out of Joe McDonagh cup.

Dublin game still the target, they seemed to perform a lot better yesterday until Galway blew them away late on. Beat them even by a point and it would be a great start."
It's a massive game v Dublin.

Lose that first match you're in a dogfight for the rest of the games.

Win and the tails are up!

Past hurler (None) - Posts: 970 - 11/03/2024 23:12:55    2530833

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Replying To Viking66:  "We dropped a man further back and started winning more possession around that area. We didn't exactly get tore apart before that, we made several chances and hit them wide while they were getting out to the 5 nil lead."
I didn't see many chances in that first 10mins going wide - one shot off target? we scored a goal and there was a point in it - then two mins before half time there was 6 in it. Both sides were guilt of some poor shooting at times. However the difference in the 10mins was the number of fouls we committed both in the backs and forwards - it gave them a hold of possession or scores. We got 3pts in the last two mins of the half which made a massive difference and they really came from nothing. As the game wore on I do think Waterford tired more or as we use the excuse on here sometimes, looked leg weary. Waterford were finding their scores easier than we were and in some ways it looked as if everything they hit was going over until they didn't.

zinny (Wexford) - Posts: 2028 - 12/03/2024 03:04:44    2530834

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Replying To TerribleFootwork:  "Have to be thrilled with yesterday given the list of absentees, trick now is to try have as many fit and available for April 21st and have proper competition for places. As pointed out earlier 3 points in the 3 minutes prior to half time was vital, delighted how we problem solved in game both on the pitch and on the line. Anyone hear if CBD not starting was tactical or was he carrying an injury or illness, was surprised Tucker got no run."
Was surprised Corey didn't start myself and that Tucker got no run .

Afinestick96 (Wexford) - Posts: 679 - 12/03/2024 08:30:18    2530836

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Replying To OpenStandWall:  "I said it to my dad yesterday - 3 or all 4 out of these next 4 games will define our season.

Cork game - possibility of getting to a league semi final.

Dubs - We really owe them one at this stage, we haven't beaten them in championship since 2018, should have beaten them in in 19 and 22 at least if I can recall we squandered two goal chances including a penalty… and last year we gave a really poor account of ourselves to say the least.

Antrim - Corrigan park, very tight little ground, they'll feel they can definitely get one over us or Dublin I know they're missing a good few lads but still that has the potential to be an all merciful banana skin.

Galway - Think this will genuinely decide if a Leinster final is within reach or not."
I'm convinced the Dublin game will define our season . It's an absolute must win. We give ourselves a chance of getting to a Leinster final if we beat Dublin. If we lose we are completely on the back foot and the pressure is on to get out of the group

Afinestick96 (Wexford) - Posts: 679 - 12/03/2024 08:33:39    2530837

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Replying To Pikeman96:  "Difficult to draw a line between growing optimism and not wanting to get carried away this early in the year!

Like everybody else, was hugely encouraged by the display and the result yesterday. Hopefully we can put in another good one v Cork next weekend.

Can't help thinking that in some ways, the best outcome might be to beat Cork but still miss out on a semi-final due to other results. It's a feeling that shows again how the League is a strange thing in that it's important in some ways but not so important in others!

Meanwhile, can't help noticing that roughly half of the match reports I've seen online credit yesterday's second goal to Seamus Casey, and the others give it to Simon Donohoe.

Have watched the video a few times myself and I don't honestly see Donohoe getting an actual touch on it. Just curious what does anybody else think?"
Not sure if Donahue got a touch but watched the game back last night as was working Sunday and for effort ,determination and work rate alone Donahue deserves credit for it. All started with a Waterford puck out that landed down on our half back line - Donahue out in front broke the ball (with his hand I think!) to a Wexford player and when we got possession off Donahue went sprinting the length of the pitch and Waterford player (Fagan I think) couldn't or didn't bother sticking with him. Bout 18 seconds later good ball in sticks with Seamie but lands it short and it's a goal because of Donahue. If Donahue hadn't of burst his balls to make that run that short ball was being caught by the goalkeeper and worked down the pitch as there was no Wexford other player inside. Wouldn't be the biggest fan of Donahue but credit where credit is due. That goal was crucial.

grassroots01 (Wexford) - Posts: 182 - 12/03/2024 09:37:38    2530845

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Replying To grassroots01:  "Not sure if Donahue got a touch but watched the game back last night as was working Sunday and for effort ,determination and work rate alone Donahue deserves credit for it. All started with a Waterford puck out that landed down on our half back line - Donahue out in front broke the ball (with his hand I think!) to a Wexford player and when we got possession off Donahue went sprinting the length of the pitch and Waterford player (Fagan I think) couldn't or didn't bother sticking with him. Bout 18 seconds later good ball in sticks with Seamie but lands it short and it's a goal because of Donahue. If Donahue hadn't of burst his balls to make that run that short ball was being caught by the goalkeeper and worked down the pitch as there was no Wexford other player inside. Wouldn't be the biggest fan of Donahue but credit where credit is due. That goal was crucial."
I think Donohoe has came on a good bit. He was one of our best defenders last year in a poor year for us. He seems to have a good attitude hopefully he pushes on again this year

Afinestick96 (Wexford) - Posts: 679 - 12/03/2024 09:55:11    2530849

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Replying To FearBeag:  "Securing div 1 status no mean feat, not sure getting to a league sf against limerick is what this team needs right now. Great to see so many new lads stepping up."
A League semi against Limerick might be just what they need to bring them on more.

Viking66 (Wexford) - Posts: 16678 - 12/03/2024 10:51:55    2530856

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Replying To zinny:  "I didn't see many chances in that first 10mins going wide - one shot off target? we scored a goal and there was a point in it - then two mins before half time there was 6 in it. Both sides were guilt of some poor shooting at times. However the difference in the 10mins was the number of fouls we committed both in the backs and forwards - it gave them a hold of possession or scores. We got 3pts in the last two mins of the half which made a massive difference and they really came from nothing. As the game wore on I do think Waterford tired more or as we use the excuse on here sometimes, looked leg weary. Waterford were finding their scores easier than we were and in some ways it looked as if everything they hit was going over until they didn't."
Think we had 4 or 5 wide or drop short by the time it was 6-1. That's from memory I could be wrong. I forgot to record it so haven't been able to watch it back.

Viking66 (Wexford) - Posts: 16678 - 12/03/2024 10:54:45    2530859

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Replying To grassroots01:  "Not sure if Donahue got a touch but watched the game back last night as was working Sunday and for effort ,determination and work rate alone Donahue deserves credit for it. All started with a Waterford puck out that landed down on our half back line - Donahue out in front broke the ball (with his hand I think!) to a Wexford player and when we got possession off Donahue went sprinting the length of the pitch and Waterford player (Fagan I think) couldn't or didn't bother sticking with him. Bout 18 seconds later good ball in sticks with Seamie but lands it short and it's a goal because of Donahue. If Donahue hadn't of burst his balls to make that run that short ball was being caught by the goalkeeper and worked down the pitch as there was no Wexford other player inside. Wouldn't be the biggest fan of Donahue but credit where credit is due. That goal was crucial."
Yes. He really improved especially last year.

Viking66 (Wexford) - Posts: 16678 - 12/03/2024 10:56:01    2530861

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Replying To Afinestick96:  "Was surprised Corey didn't start myself and that Tucker got no run ."
Have heard CBD was carrying a bit of a knock and they didn't want to risk starting him. Cian Byrne certainly made the most of the opportunity he got as a result.

Have been very impressed by both those players whenever they've been in action this year, but to be honest, am not sure there's room for them both in a starting 15. But now that I've said that, Rossiter will probably go and pick both of them to start against Cork!

Pikeman96 (Wexford) - Posts: 2978 - 12/03/2024 11:03:13    2530864

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It was nice to Donoghue and Cian Byrne in the post match interview, experience and youth together and in a positive mindset for the year

goreyll (Wexford) - Posts: 164 - 12/03/2024 11:06:45    2530866

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Replying To Viking66:  "Think we had 4 or 5 wide or drop short by the time it was 6-1. That's from memory I could be wrong. I forgot to record it so haven't been able to watch it back."
Its on TG4 player if you've a tablet or laptop to get that on.

TerribleFootwork (Wexford) - Posts: 1760 - 12/03/2024 11:10:33    2530867

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The second goal was brought about by following in after the ball how often does this happen nowadays . Its something when we played u always did u never know . How many does the ball strike a post or keeper fumbles . If nothing else if it drops short the keeper has decisions to make .
When a so called scorable free is being taken players retreat to puck our positions. . They Should always expect the unexpected . . The waterford free in first half that dribbled along the ground for instance if waterford player on edge box what might have happened . . Simon Donohoe goal ir assist being the perfect example .
If fowards go in backs will follow. For puck out a player can always slow down the puck out by not retreating quick enough. Follow the ball in u never know what's going to happen . Just another aspect to workrate .

Formertownie (Wexford) - Posts: 380 - 12/03/2024 11:33:09    2530877

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According to Wexford people Mac, Liam Og , Jacko and Jippo could all see game time against Cork. Im hoping for another big performance from us. Lads now know if they dont perform they wont be on the team for the Dublin game

Afinestick96 (Wexford) - Posts: 679 - 12/03/2024 11:54:39    2530880

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Replying To Formertownie:  "The second goal was brought about by following in after the ball how often does this happen nowadays . Its something when we played u always did u never know . How many does the ball strike a post or keeper fumbles . If nothing else if it drops short the keeper has decisions to make .
When a so called scorable free is being taken players retreat to puck our positions. . They Should always expect the unexpected . . The waterford free in first half that dribbled along the ground for instance if waterford player on edge box what might have happened . . Simon Donohoe goal ir assist being the perfect example .
If fowards go in backs will follow. For puck out a player can always slow down the puck out by not retreating quick enough. Follow the ball in u never know what's going to happen . Just another aspect to workrate ."
I often think that myself. Even a free from inside 65m that's obviously not going to drop short - there's always a chance, no matter how small, that the ball might come back off the post. There should always be one forward in around the goal, instead of everybody retreating out the field to wait for the puck-out.

Pikeman96 (Wexford) - Posts: 2978 - 12/03/2024 12:10:07    2530884

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Replying To Viking66:  "A League semi against Limerick might be just what they need to bring them on more."
viking thats exactly what an improving wexford side need........be great for the younger lads .

munsterchamps (Limerick) - Posts: 1146 - 12/03/2024 12:21:30    2530885

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I'd say the following twelve hurlers are the nailed-on starters for Championship barring injuries although not exactly sure what positions they will all play in

Mark Fanning
Shane Reck
Liam Ryan
Matthew O'Hanlon
Conor Foley
Damien Reck
Conor Hearne
Lee Chin
Kevin Foley
Séamus Casey
Richie Lawlor
Rory O'Connor

ElGranSenor (Wexford) - Posts: 606 - 12/03/2024 12:41:05    2530888

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Replying To Afinestick96:  "According to Wexford people Mac, Liam Og , Jacko and Jippo could all see game time against Cork. Im hoping for another big performance from us. Lads now know if they dont perform they wont be on the team for the Dublin game"
Great to see Wexford on an upward trajectory and I expect a good intense battle at the weekend. Was in Tullamore last Sunday, and while we put a big score, I wouldn't read too much into it as Offlay were woeful.

We are finally building a panel full of strength and depth, and knowing that we'll have Coleman, O'Flynn and Connolly back this year gives me some hope for the championship.

Saturday Should be a cracker!

bloodandbandage (Cork) - Posts: 434 - 12/03/2024 12:44:34    2530890

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