If at all possible the next management team has to have Pat Ryan and Wayne Sherlock involved. It was a joy to watch the 2 u20 All Ireland winning teams in action.
Those teams had a lot of what posters here have been wanting for Cork Hurling Teams. Strong half forwards with size, and plenty of hurling. (Colin O Brien, Sean Twomey, Brian Hayes).
Midfielders who worked like dogs. (Brian Roche, Sam Quirke, Darragh Flynn and Brian O Sullivan).
Full Forward Line who worked hard when not in possession. (Alan Connolly, Padraig Power, Jack Cahalane). Connolly especially is a lad who wouldn't have been renowned for his work rate, but worked very hard under Ryan's management and has carried that work rate to senior hurling.
I'm not saying the above players are the solution to Cork's problems, just highlighting the characteristics of a Pat Ryan, Wayne Sherlock side. I think they would be a great appointment and I believe we need a culture change in the setup. We need a manager who isn't afraid to whip off anyone when playing badly and drop them for poor performances. We can't have a situation where some lads know they'll be starting regardless of a poor performance, and this leads to complacency.
We really can't afford a bad appointment. These u20 teams will be hitting 22/23 next year, and another year wasted could ruin their potential. Look at Cody and Mullen for Kilkenny. Both young lads, but are established inter county stars and Mullen could very well be hurler of the year.
I'd like to thank Kieran for his dedication to Cork hurling and wish him all the best. He owes Cork Hurling nothing.
