Hurling is an outdoor team game, which has been played for 3,000 years.

The objective of the game is players use a wooden stick called the hurley to hit the ball called the sliotar between the opposing teams goalposts either over the crossbar, which is one point, or under which is three points. The team with the most points wins. 

• Teams consist of either 13 or 15 players.
• The goalkeeper guards the goal and is trying to prevent the other team from scoring.
• The half backs help get the ball from the 45 meter line and forward to the midfield. They can help get the ball to the midfield and can be used as the third midfielder.
• The midfielders are the ones who catch the ball from the other team’s goalkeeper. They are the main link between the defense and the attackers.
• The Half forwards consist of the right and left forward and the center forward. The right and left forward build attacks and help feed the ball to the full forward and they are the ones taking the shot into the goal. The same goes for the center half forward.
• The full forwards are the defenders and they are the one responsible for organizing the defense. They are the defense that is in front of the goal.
• The corner-backs also defend against the attackers.

• Helmets with faceguards to minimize injuries to players.
• The ball or sliotar 
• The stick or hurley

Doug began his career at a club level, which spanned over three years winning the ALL-Ireland Club Championship medals. He won a total of 4 Munster Club Championship medals and seven Cork County Championship medals. When he made his debut he played midfielder or left wing back and he made 53 Championship appearances. In 1980 he was a part of five All-ireland Championship winning teams. He won his first All Star in 1972 and again in 1976-1978. In 1977, he was selected as the Texaco Hurler of the Year. When he retired he got involved in team management and coaching.