Ballyea boss Robbie Hogan feels their opponents in Sunday's Munster Club Hurling Final will have no fear of taking on the Clare champions.
Glen Rovers stand between Ballyea and a first ever provincial title, with the Cork side looking for a fourth crown and their first since 1976.
Ballyea are sweating on the fitness of Martin O'Leary and Brian Carrig, with both men set to be given every chance to recover on time to play some part.
Hogan says they'll face the weight of tradition in Sunday's decider.
Meanwhile Glen Rovers manager Richie Kelleher insists they are not taking the challenge of Ballyea lightly.
2016 saw them win back to back Cork titles, in what was their third final appearance in a a row.
Kelleher is expecting a tight battle
Throw in at Semple Stadium on Sunday is at 2pm, live commentary here on Clare FM
