Clare have some major injury concerns ahead of the opening round of the National Hurling League in a fortnights time.
Sixmilebridge’s Jamie Shanahan is continuing to recover from a back injury while Clooney/Quin’s Peter Duggan suffered a hand injury in the build up to Sunday’s Munster League Final loss to Limerick.
Wolfe Tone’s Aron Shanagher has already been ruled out for the season after undergoing surgery on a cruciate knee injury.
The Banner get the season proper underway on Sunday week with a home tie against Tipperary in Cusack Park.
Joint manager Gerry O’Connor says while Sunday’s performance was disappointing, there’s plenty time to turn things around.