1. His 2008 performance against Cork
In 2008, Canning added to his growing reputation, putting in a consummate display against Cork. Yet despite the player’s heroics, it was not enough to prevent his side from ultimately losing the match and exiting the Hurling Championship in the process.
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2. His reverse hand pass (also against Cork)
In addition to his point-scoring abilities, Canning possesses no shortage of flair and creativity, as the clip below demonstrates.
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3. His dead-ball prowess
Any team that faces Canning know they can hardly afford to concede too many frees in dangerous positions. He tends to be incredibly clinical when presented with such opportunities – the evidence of which can be seen below.
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4. His goal in this year’s Leinster Final against Kilkenny
Canning shows he can perform on the big occasions too…
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5. His best goals
This needs no further explanation…
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6. His close control skills
The clip below shows Canning demonstrating his skills with his nephew, who’s not bad either by the way.
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7. His performance on RTE’s ‘Pride of the Parish’ show
The documentary focusing on Joe Canning and the rest of his hurling-mad family is well worth a watch.
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