Clare's Colm Galvin says increased work rate has been key to the senior hurlers' success this year.
The Banner put their upbeaten 2016 record on the line as they take on Waterford in the National Hurling League Final in Thurles on Sunday.
Conor Ryan and David Mc Inerney have been ruled of the game through injury, while it's also reported John Conlon and Paul Flanagan, who were both injured in the Semi-final against Kilkenny, will also miss out.
Clonlara clubman Galvin says a combination of hard work and luck has gotten them to the decider.
Meanwhile, a former team mate of Clare boss Davy Fitzgerald feels it's a confident Clare side that will take to the field in Thurles on Sunday.
Double All Ireland winner Jamesie O'Connor says the Banner come into the game in good form
Throw in at Semple Stadium Thurles on Sunday is at 3.30pm, live commentary here on Clare FM in association with Matt Waters Clare Fruit & Veg Market and Donie O'Keefe Champion Meats Turnpike Road Ennis.
