Even for a man of innate calm and understatement these are soaring times for John Kiely. In the space of just over seven months he’s delivered the two top prizes to Limerick hurling: an All-Ireland title 45 years after their last, and now a first Allianz Hurling League in 22 years. “It’s satisfying to have had another solid league performance, without being spectacular,” said Kiely, after a game Limerick never once looked like losing. “They love their hurling, get on extremely well, and love being where they are, playing for Limerick hurling part of a special group. But there are places up for grabs, and players know that.

Source: The Irish Times March 31, 2019 18:33 UTC