Fintan O’Toole and Declan Bogue join Ronan Early to talk about great hurling careers and the game and place that inspired Ciara Mageean.

Why is TJ Reid most respected for years he did not win All-Ireland medals? Why are others such as Joe Canning and Patrick Horgan held in perhaps more esteem than forwards with seven or eight All-Irelands to their name? Do we revere above all the else the ability to persevere and turn in pitch perfect performances in the face of consistent disappointment?

On the topic of resolute performers, Damian Cahalane will not be involved with Cork next year. Has there been a more determined and resilient player for the Rebels in recent seasons? The elder statesmen of the squad are now 29 years old. Have they many more shots to fire in this young man’s game?

Also, Ciara Mageean’s death has dominated the Irish sporting mind for the past week. How much did camogie and Portaferry shape the brilliant athlete and widely-loved person?