AN ASSORTMENT OF ATTACKING RICHES

JOE CANNING Still their talisman and still the man who pops up at the right time, as his vital point just after Richie Hogan’s goal on Sunday proved.

CATHAL MANNION Six points from play in Thurles in an outstanding display

CONOR WHELAN The Young Hurler of the Year is a nightmare for defenders and nailed four lovely points in Thurles

JOHNNY GLYNN The towering, powerful full-forward was directly involved in 1-3 in a four-minute spell in the firsthalf against Kilkenny

CONOR COONEY Was held in reserve on Sunday, but came on to score a point to remind Micheál Donoghue of his talent

JOSEPH COONEY The grafter in the forward line but is well able to pop up for a score when needed

NIALL BURKE Would be one of the first names on the teamsheet in any other county. Burke scored two points on Sunday to go with his four the first day JASON FLYNN Another player who would be first-choice on any other team in the country, but has to make do with a bench role at present BRIAN CONCANNON Two goals on his championship debut against Offaly indicates this is yet another attacking gem unearthed in the west