Hurling chiefs to call for extra player protection

Hurling chiefs may consider calling for mandatory helmets with face guards to be worn following a severe facial injury at the weekend.

Hurling chiefs may consider calling for mandatory helmets with face guards to be worn following a severe facial injury at the weekend.

Tullaroan's John Coogan, brother of Kilkenny county star Jimmy, lost the sight in one eye following an accidental collision in a club game.

The tragic accident is sure to bring the focus on player protection back into the foreground and initiate a wide debate.

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