Offaly hurling manager Michael Fennelly has admitted he will class it as “failure” on his part if the county does not qualify for the Joe McDonagh Cup final.
The eight-time All-Ireland winner with Kilkenny guided Offaly to Christy Ring Cup success last year, and two more wins in this season’s group will guarantee them a Joe McDonagh Cup final place.
Despite losing to Antrim in Round 1, Offaly’s fate remains in their own hands and a win over Kerry in Tralee on Saturday, followed by a home win over Carlow seven days later, would send them through to the final, placing them on the brink of a return to the Leinster championship.
Speaking at the announcement that Glenisk has signed a five-year title sponsorship deal with Offaly GAA, Fennelly outlined his McDonagh Cup ambitions.
“Look, I think I would have said maybe two months ago that it would be failure if we don’t get to the final, to be honest,” said Fennelly.
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- May 13, 2022
