Shefflin still top Cat

Delighted that Henry Shefflin looks likely to continue his comeback from a cruciate ligament injury on Sunday against Wexford in the Leinster final.
Shefflin is a great player and brings something to every game he plays in.
There was a bit of speculation that an injury unrelated to the cruciate setback he suffered might keep him out but thankfully he will be there.
It won't make much difference to the result however, except that you might be looking for more than ten-point advantage for the Cats with Henry in full flight.
Wonder is Paddy Power still even taking bets on a margin less than a ten-point win for the champs?

Shefflin return great for hurling

Good news for the hurling championship is that Henry Shefflin may return to club action by the end of this month after suffering a cruciate ligament injury in last year's All-Ireland final.
Shefflin is a truly great player. His skill and accuracy has been legendary.
He has a great knack of keeping the scoreboard ticking over with his brilliant free taking and often when the Cats have struggled Shefflin has kept them within striking distance until they hit form.
There is no weaknesses in his game, he is brave in the air, has great timing and catching and as well as being a prolific scorer his awareness of the runs of his team mates is second to none.
He was missed in the National League campaign and to be honest the Cats looked almost human without him.
The big test for Shefflin will be however, can he reach full match fitness between the end of this month and August when the Cats will begin to play meaningful games, Leinster will be the usual walk in the park so at least manager Brian Cody won't be rushed into risking him.
The hurling championship will be the real winner if Shefflin does come back into contention as he's worth the admission fee on his own when his genius is in full flight.