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Former Kilkenny minor manager Brother Damien Brennan. Photo: Sportsfile
Michael Verney
It was always remarked that Kilkenny never needed a psychologist as Brian Cody ticked that box during his glittering reign as Cats boss, but he did have a crucial aid behind the scenes, perhaps unbeknown to him.
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