Clare boss Mark Fitzgerald feels having a campaign in the top tier of the All Ireland football series will lead to huge development for his players.
The Banner saw the curtain come down on the 2024 campaign after defeat to Donegal ended their championship season.
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This year saw Clare in contention for promotion from Division Three, contest the Munster final, and qualify for the top tier championship series.
Fitzgerald says losing key players like Stephen Ryan and Darragh Bohannon was a major blow to their chances in taking on the Ulster champions.
