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References
- ↑ "The Kildare team for Christy Ring Cup hurling final". Kildare GAA website. Retrieved 14 June 2013.
- ↑ "Ring Cup final: Kildare shock Kingdom in thriller". Hogan Stand website. 7 June 2014. Retrieved 14 June 2013.
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