‘We see it as a game and that’s how we approach it’

from Dublin, they’re coming from Carlow and they’re working late - it’s not easy to get to training in Tinahely at 6:30/7pm some evenings with traffic but they do. They put in a great effort and that’s one of the things I find most remarkable about them.

“As a manager, you can’t ask for anything more. They’re an extremely talented bunch and what they’ve achieved so far is certainly a result of their own application. I’ve trained lots of men’s teams and I certainly am taken aback by the commitment of this bunch of girls.”

If Tinahely reign supreme again on Saturday, it will be their fourth title in a row. Jim Gavin managed it with the Dubs and Broderick is now hoping to guide his girls over the line this weekend but there has been no talk of four-in-a-row in the Tinahely camp.

“We’ll focus on the match - one match at a time. It’s always the same.”

If St. Pat’s are granted their wish, Tinahely will not surpass their current three-in-a-row feat and Broderick is certainly not about to underestimate their Wicklow Town rivals.

“Pat’s are absolutely worthy opponents and they’ll be well prepared.

“They’ll be ready for the occasion and I wish them the best of luck.

“They’re a great bunch of girls too and they’ve a great management team and I’m looking forward to it and I’m sure it’ll be a cracking game.”