Divisional Hurling Championships
Once again last weekend, the divisions took centre stage with a number of finals taking place. The action commenced on Friday evening with the meeting of Boherlahan Dualla and Upperchurch Drombane in The Mid Intermediate hurling final. The game which was played in Drombane resulted in a 4 point win for Boherlahan Dualla on a full time score of 1-12 to 0-11.
The action continued in Mid Tipperary on Saturday afternoon as Templetuohy was the venue for what turned out to be a highly entertaining and dramatic Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship final between Clonakenny and Gortnahoe Glengoole. This was a game that looked to be going in the direction of Clonakenny on several occasions, however Gortnahoe Glengoole showed a steely resolve to stay in the game and indeed they could have won it in regulation time. However, as the final whistle was blown, both sides were level so extra time was called for, but even that could not separate the sides so it was down to the dreaded penalty shootout to decide the game and it was “The Hoe” who emerged on top to claim the title by 4 penalties to 2.
Later on Saturday evening the tranquil village of Dolla was the destination for the players of Nenagh Eire Óg and Kiladangan as both sides went head to head in this years Hibernian Inn North Tipperary senior hurling final. Going into the game Kiladangan would have been seen as many people’s favourites to capture the title, however Nenagh had much different ideas as they stormed to victory by 0-21 to 0-17. Unfortunately, towards the end of the game, Jake Morris picked up a nasty injury as a result of an accidental collision and we wish him well in his recovery.
Also on Saturday evening in Clonmel Sportsfield, Killenaule and Carrick Swan met in the South Senior Hurling Final. Again this was a game that either side could have won, but in the end it was Killenaule who emerged victorious by a single point 1-20 to 2-16. The highlight of the game was Killenaules goal which was scored from a long range sideline cut.
The top class facilities in Littleton GAA pitch were on show on Sunday afternoon as the Moycarkey Borris club played host to the 2023 instalment of the Centenary Agri senior hurling final between Thurles Sarsfields and Upperchurch Drombane. Having lost out in agonisingly close fashion on the last number of occasions, Upperchurch Drombane were hoping to create a bit of history last Sunday and for long periods of the game it looked very possible. However as the game entered the duying moments it was Thurles Sarsfields who got the important scores that saw them win by a two point margin 0-18 to 0-16. During the game referee Sean Everard suffered an unfortunate head injury when he accidentally collided with a player, we wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to his return to the field as a referee.
The next divisional final of the weekend took place in Toomevara as Moneygall and Borrisokane met to decide the destination of the North Intermediate hurling championship. In front of a large crowd it was the Moneygall men who prevailed with a bit to spare in the end as they won by 3-15 to 0-11. The final divisional final of the weekend took place on Sunday evening in Nenagh when Lorrha Dorrha and Burgess met in the Savvy Kitchens North Tipperary Premier Intermediate Final. In what was a very high scoring and fast paced game, Lorrha Dorrha emerged victorious by 4-15 to 2-16.
FBD Insurance County Championships
This weekend sees the commencement of the FBD Insurance County Senior, Premier Intermediate and Intermediate hurling championships and will see a total of 24 games taking place in venues right across the county. Ahead of the championships Tipperary GAA held a championship launch in FBD Semple Stadium last Friday evening. At the launch it was announced that Tipperary GAA have partnered with Clubber TV who will be the County Board’s streaming partner for the next 3 club championship seasons. This is a very exciting partnership that will see a total of
Games being streamed across both hurling and football in 2023. Never before will so many games in the Tipperary championships have been brought to so many supporters right across the globe and we look forward to working closely with Clubber to bring you all the action. Clubber TV offer an amazing season package that allows subscribers access to all their services for €99 and means that subscribers will not only have access to games in Tipperary, but also in the other counties where Clubber are streaming games from.
For patrons attending our games in the forthcoming championships, we remind you that Tickets for all games are available via the Ticket section of the Tipperary GAA website. A tap and go service will also be in operation at all venues for those who may not be in a position to pre purchase tickets. However, supporters are once again reminded that cash will not be taken at any venue.
We wish all the clubs who will be in action over the coming weeks and we look forward to what promises to be a feast of hurling and football in the county. We also wish our match officials well as they take charge of the many games taking place. I encourage all players, team officials and supporters to show our officials respect and I have no doubt that if we all play our part, we will all enjoy the games.
Tipperary Under 17 Football Manager
Tipperary Football Committee are inviting applications for the position of manager of the county U17 Football team for the 2024 season. Expressions of interest for this role to be submitted to the committee by Monday Aug 7th, via email to http://secretary.football.tipperary@gaa.ie
At this time the football committee are also actively engaged in the process to find a replacement for David Power as senior Football manager and it is hoped that a suitable candidate will be appointed in the not too distant future.
Tipperary Clubs Draw
The all new Tipperary Clubs Draw for 2023 – 2024 has been launched and membership forms have been distributed to each club in the county. If you have not yet joined the draw you can do so by contacting your local club. Alternatively you can contact the Tipperary GAA office on 0504 22702 and the staff in Lar Na Pairce will be delighted to assist you with your application.
Tipperary Handball News
Tipperary players had a busy weekend up and down the country contesting All-Ireland 60×30 Doubles Finals. We had mixed fortunes with some great wins and a few narrow defeats. In Mullingar in the O70 Doubles Paddy Collins & Geddy Mc Keogh (Ballina) defeated the reigning All Ireland Champions Eugene Kennedy & John Molloy (Dublin) 21/5, 21/3. Both players were on fire in this final and gave an outstanding display of serving and “killing”. In the Ruby Masters Doubles in Dungarvan Billy & Pakie Mullins (Clonmel) had a thrilling final against Johnny Brennan & Joe Hennessy from Kilkenny. They narrowly won the first 21/18 but were beaten 21/15 in the second. In a nailbiting tie break to 11 they came out on top winning 11/6 to take the all Ireland title. In the Junior B Doubles in Ballyporeen Ned Reilly & Christopher Reilly Beat Roy Cullen & Eoin Brennan from Kilkenny 21/15, 21/12. In the Golden Masters B Doubles Christy Carey (Ballina) & Kevin Buckley (Cashel) put up a great performance but were narrowly beaten by Declan Cooke & Declan Kilmurray (Offaly) 21/14, 21/17. In the :Ladies Minor Doubles Leanne Gould & Christine Percy Loch Eorna were beaten by Emer Barron & Aoibhe Ryan KK 2-0. The Masters A Doubles is still to be played where John Ferncombe & David Moloney (Cashel) take on David Hope & Noel Murphy (Offaly) in Cashel on Sunday 30th July. Well done to all our Gold & Silver winners.
Tipperary GAA Inclusive Cúl Camp
Tipperary GAA is delighted to be able to offer an Inclusive Cúl Camp to those children that may not be able to take part in our mainstream Cúl Camp Program. The Camp is a joint venture between Tipperary Coaching and Games Development, under the stewardship of our County Development manager Kevin Halley and Tom Dorney, County Inclusion Officer with Tipperary Sports Partnership.
Tipperary Sports Partnership are delighted to support Tipperary GAA with this inaugural Inclusive Cúl Camp. This is a fantastic opportunity for young Gaels with additional needs, to participate in GAA Cúl camps, like thousands of their peers across the country. By providing “Sport Disability Inclusion” training to the Tipperary Cúl Camp Coaches, Tipperary GAA and Tipperary Sports Partnership are ensuring that not only will the Inclusive Cúl Camp be facilitated by coaches with inclusion training, but each Tipperary Cúl Camp across the county will have a ‘Head Coach’ that can create a fun and welcoming environment for every child.
Both Tipperary GAA and Tipperary Sports Partnership are looking forward to developing, ‘GAA4All’ in Tipperary and would like to acknowledge the fantastic inclusive work already taking place in several clubs.
The Camp will run on August 16th and 17th in Dr Morris Park Thurles and is aimed at children from 5 to 12 years of age. Please use the booking link attached for bookings and further details.
Tipperary GAA ‘Where we all belong’
Tipperary Camogie
It was a mixed weekend for the Tipperary Camogie teams who were in action last weekend as the Senior team narrowly lost out to Waterford in the All Ireland semi final. However there was better luck for the Junior’s as they qualified for this year’s All Ireland Final following a comfortable win over Roscommon 2-12 to 0-08. They will now face neighbours Clare in Croke Park on Sunday August 6th at 12.50pm.
No Tipperary GAA Scene Next Week
There will be no Tipperary GAA Scene next week as I will be away on holiday, The GAA Scene will return on Wednesday August 9th.
Tipperary GAA Scene
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By Jonathan Cullen Tue 25th Jul
