Eire Óg manager Gerry O'Connor is warning his side they are facing a massive test this weekend in the semi finals of the TUS Clare senior hurling championship.

They go up against neighbours Kilmaley for a place in this years showpiece event, with one unbeaten record set to fall at the full time whistle.

The Townies already have silverware on the sideboard after winning the Division Two league title, but are hoping to end a 35 year wait since they last claimed the Canon Hamilton.

O'Connor says they have to be ready for a huge battle to take another step toward that goal.

Throw in on Saturday evening is at 4.30pm with commentary on Clare FM with John Neylon and Associates, Consulting Engineers, Architects and Energy Assessors, Cathedral Court, Ennis.

Meanwhile, Ballyea come into this weekends semi final outing as the most recent champions left in the race for the title.

They last captured the Canon in 2022 and are hoping to return to the decider for the sixth time in their history when they take on Clooney-Quin.

Manager Robbie Hogan says while experience can be priceless at this time of year, everyone knows that nothing can be taken for granted.

That one has a 3.30pm start on Sunday with commentary thanks to O'Sullivan & Hansbury Motors, Kilrush Road Ennis