Kilkenny retirements

[The Wedger]

Cha Fitzpatrick packed it in a few weeks ago. This week Eddie Brennan retired, followed by PJ Ryan.

In this morning's paper there is talk that Michael Kavanagh might not come back.

They mightn't be key players any more for Kilkenny, but they might be missed more than people think?
Every time you replace a proven stalwart with an inexperienced young player, there is an element of uncertainty.

[maxpower]

Have they not all really been replaced on the starting team in recent years, that's the thing I love about KK, the players in the main go through the stages, aspiring sub, key player and experienced panel member. Very few quit from starting positions and very few moan about losing their place