Nuala Quirke says the fact they have an All-Ireland Semi-Final to look forward to is creating a great stir around the parish.

The Kilkenny U21, Intermediate, Minor and Football managers were also ratified at last nights county board meeting.

James Stephens hurler Jackie Tyrrell hangs up his black and amber jersey after 9 All Ireland Senior medals.

Marty Kavanagh says they are inspired by the success of Mt. Leinster Rangers a few years back.

The Castlecomer native said that scoring the winning goal was something to savour.

John says they want to do themselves justice now that they are in the Senior grade.

Tullow man Sean O Brien has been named at openside flanker for the match.

He says that approach from the players was still the same regardless of the situation they were in at half-time.

Alan says a 15 minute spell during the second-half of Sunday's game made a significant difference.

Brian says that the younger players coming through keeps the experienced players like himself focused.