Mullane Demands Hurling Overhaul | Cork News

Former hurler John Mullane is sounding the alarm on hurling’s declining grip on Irish sports culture, demanding urgent structural reform. He bluntly argues that Gaelic football has overtaken hurling in excitement and engagement, and the GAA leadership must act before it’s too late. Mullane criticizes the compressed championship calendar, which kills sustained drama and fan investment, and singles out the Munster Championship as a festering issue — profitable but heading in the wrong direction. He highlights the alarming 11-year drought for Leinster teams in All-Ireland glory and contrasts hurling’s rushed April-May schedule with football’s explosive summer run — even pointing to an August bank holiday weekend with no televised hurling at all. Mullane also backs Stephen Molumphy as Waterford’s new manager, praising his potential to bring immediate respect and strong support to the team. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/95b4606bc6cc2782