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Mon 11 Nov 2009Griffin calls time on Banner career

TONY GRIFFIN has shocked Clare GAA by announcing his retirement from intercounty hurling at 28 years of age.

The Ballyea clubman has cited work commitments as part of the reason for his decision but significantly, the former All Star forward also voiced his dissatisfaction with team manager Mike McNamara.