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John Conlon: 'That's why I keep coming back, for that excitement'

Conlon intent on making more Clare memories

Having made his senior championship debut with Clare in 2009, two-time All-Ireland winner John Conlon remains as motivated as ever to represent his county.

Hurling • 16 Apr

John Conlon of Clare in action against Alan Connolly (14) of Cork during this year's hurling decider

Conlon still learning by moving back and forth

The versatile John Conlon on the "steeliness" Brian Lohan has brought to Clare and how his own game is evolving by playing at opposite ends of the field.

Hurling • 16 Nov 24

John Conlon of Clare is tackled by Cian Kenny of Kilkenny

Conlon targets league title as Limerick clash looms

Veteran Clare defender John Conlon has his eyes firmly set on silverware after his county took a big step towards the Allianz Hurling League Division 1 semi-finals.

Hurling • 11 Mar 24

Conlon leads Clonlara to fairytale Clare final win

Current All-Star nominee John Conlon is the only Clonlara player to hold two Clare Senior Hurling Championship medals after leading his side to a fairytale first title in 15 years in Cusack Park.

Hurling • 23 Oct 23

Kelly was impressive once more for Clare

Lohan concerned about Clare shooting after victory

Brian Lohan was happy to see Clare book a spot in the Munster SHC semi-finals on Sunday after a victory over Waterford, but admitted some of his side's shooting left a lot to be desired.

GAA • 27 Jun 21

'A centre of excellence is supposed to inspire the youth'

Conlon: Caherlohan centre isn't up to scratch

Clare hurler John Conlon tells RTÉ's Game On that the county board's Centre of Excellence isn't up to scratch, but that he's hopeful it can fulfil its potential.

GAA • 21 Apr 21

Conlon: Amateur sport not possible without vaccine

Clare hurling captain John Conlon doesn't believe there will be any Championship action this season as the GAA will not have the same option to sequester players that professional sports are considering.

GAA • 16 Apr 20

'These kind of grounds are very intimidating,' says Conlon

Conlon revels in victory at 'intimidating' Walsh Park

Clare's John Conlon says defeating Waterford at an "intimidating" grounds like Walsh Park is a "massive win" for the Banner.

Hurling • 12 May 19

John Conlon has scored 2-09 from the edge of the square in Clare's League campaign to date

Banner blow as John Conlon ruled out for four weeks

Clare are likely to be without full-forward John Conlon for the remainder of the Allianz Hurling League after the Clonlara man was ruled out for four weeks with an ankle injury.

GAA • 27 Feb 19

John Conlon scored 0-04 in the draw with Galway

Conlon: Lessons from Munster final defeat stood to us

Clare forward John Conlon says the bitter defeat to Cork in the Munster final was key to the Banner comeback which secured a dramatic draw against Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final.

GAA • 29 Jul 18

Broderick and Conlon named May players of the month

Carlow's Paul Broderick and Clare's John Conlon have been named as the PwC GAA/GPA Player of the Month award winners for the month of May.

GAA • 07 Jun 18

John Conlon's challenge on his Cork opponent

Conlon yellow due to lack of intent not code - McEnaney

John Conlon's yellow card is under the spotlight after two red cards in football for leading forearms but former referee Pat McEnaney feels the issuing of a yellow card was the correct decision.

GAA • 21 May 18

John Conlon