In this weeks Tipperary GAA Scene we take a look back at last weekends Round 2 games in FBD Insurance County Football Championships as well as looking ahead to this weekends Hurling games.
FBD Insurance County Championships
Round 2 of the FBD Insurance County Football Championships took place last weekend with games taking place at Senior, Intermediate and Premier Junior levels.
In the Senior football championship 2 games took place on Friday evening. In Dundrum, Upperchurch Drombane and Cahir played out a very close and hard fought battle that eventually saw the Mid Tipperary side prevail by the narrowest of margins as they won by 1-08 to 0-10. Down the road in Clonoulty, it was the battle of two of the County’s big guns as defending champions Clonmel Commercials and Loughmore Castleiney went head to head. As is to be expected when these sides meet, this was a very keenly contested game with both teams looking to gain the advantage over the other. With the game entering the closing stages it looked as if Loughmore Castleiney would claim all the points, however Commercials battled their way back and in the end things finished all square on a full time score of Loughmore Castleiney 2-09, Clonmel Commercials 0-15.
On Saturday, New Inn was the venue for the meeting of Ballyporeen and Arravale Rovers and in yet another closely fought encounter it was the Tipp Town men who emerged victorious on a full time score of 2-13 to 1-12. In Carrick on Suir, neighbours Grangemockler Ballyneale and Kilsheelan Kilcash met in the splendid surroundings of Páirc na nEalaí and on this occasuion it was Kilsheelan Kilcash who proved to be that little bit stronger as they won in the end by 1-13 to 0-10.
On Sunday in Cashel, JK Brackens and Ardfinnan met in the last game of the weekend and again this was a close enough game that resulted in a 2-12 to 1-11 win for JK Brackens.
In the Intermediate grade Holycross was the venue for the meeting of Galtee Rovers and Moyne Templetuohy on Friday evening. Many had hope that this would have been a very close battle, however this did not materialise as the men from West Tipperary proved to be far superior, winning in the end by 2-15 to 0-10. At the same time there was a much closer game taking place in Sean Treacy Park where Golden Kilfeacle had just the minimum to spare as they defeated Fethard by 0-15 to 0-14. In Golden, Rockwell Rovers were too strong for Thurles Sarsfields as they had 9 points to spare, winning by 2-12 to 0-09.
On Sunday in Cashel, West Tipperary opponents Eire Óg Annacarty and Aherlow met and again in what was a close fought game, Aherlow just about got out the gap with full points as they won by 1-07 to 1-06.
In the Premier Junior championship, there were wins for Fr Sheehys over Sean Treacys, Cashel King Cormacs over Loughmore Castleiney, while Moyle Rovers defeated Clonmel Óg.
This coming weekend sees a return to the hurling action with Round 3 games taking place in the Senior, Premier Intermediate and Intermediate hurling championships. With so much as stake in almost every game taking place there is sure to be some fantastic action right across the weekend. Tickets for all this weekends games are now available to purchase on the ticket section of the Tipperary GAA website. Alternatively, Tap & Go will be available at each venue over the weekend.
Arrabawn and John Doyle John Doyle Under 15Hurling Tournament
This weekend will see a feast of underage hurling taking place with the staging of the Arrabawn and John Doyle under 15 hurling tournaments. This year the games will take place in South Tipperary and the following are the fixtures.
Arrabawn “A” Cup
12.30pm Ballylooby Semi Final Kilkenny 1 Galway1
12.30pm Ballylooby Semi Final Tipperary 1 Cork 2
2.30pm Ballylooby 3rd/4th Play off
4pm Cahir Cup Final
Arrabawn “A” Shield
11am Ballylooby Semi Final Tipperary 2 Wexford 1
11am Ballylooby Semi Final Waterford 1 Dublin 1
2pm Ballylooby 3rd/4th Play off
2pm Cahir Shield Final
Arrabawn “B” Cup
12.30pm Moyle Rovers Semi Final Limerick 1 Galway 2
12.30pm Moyle Rovers Semi Final Limerick 2 Cork 1
4pm Moyle Rovers 3rd/4th Play off
4pm Moyle Rovers Cup Final
Arrabawn “B” Shield
11am Moyle Rovers Semi Final Laois Meath 2
11am Moyle Rovers Semi Final Clare 2 Westmeath
2pm Moyle Rovers 3rd/4th Play off
2pm Moyle Rovers Shield Final
John Doyle “A” Cup
12.30pm Killenaule Semi Final Cork 3 Offaly
12.30pm Killenaule Semi Final Clare 2 Kilkenny 2
4pm Killenaule 3rd/4th Playoff
4pm Killenaule Cup Final
John Doyle “A” Shield
11am Clogheen Rd 1 Kerry Tipperary 3
12.30pm Clogheen Rd 2 Antim Looser Rd 1
2pm Clogheen Rd 3 Antrim Winner Rd 1
4pm Clogheen Final
John Doyle “B” Cup
11am Killenaule Semi Final Wexford 2 Dublin 2
11am Killenaule Semi Final Waterford 2 Clare 3
2pm Killenaule 3rd/4th Playoff
2pm Killenaule Cup Final
Tipperary Clubs Draw
The August monthly draw is almost upon us and with that in mind we are reminding you that this year supporters can continue to join and only pay for the remaining draws available to them. So, for example if someone joins ahead of the second monthly draw next week, they will pay €90 either upfront or €10 per month for the next 9 months and so on. This month’s Tipperary Clubs Draw takes place on Wednesday August 21st when the top prize will be €20,000. You can still join the draw and support both Tipp GAA & your nominated club, who will receive up to 70% of your subscription. Simply click HERE to join. Alternatively, you can contact your local club who will be delighted to help you.
Fiserv Fittest Four Charity Event
Fiserv, our main sponsor for the past 3 years has been one of our more proactive sponsors, doing half time shows at league games, handing out merchandise and facepainting before games and have raised over €60,000 for charities over the last two years. This year’s event is on Saturday 7th September running from 9am to 9pm. They have organised the “Fiserv Fittest Four Challenge” in aid of Clionas Foundation & Cari Foundation which will take place in FBD Semple Stadium in conjunction with the Under 9 Blitz. See attached poster and Map of the course.
Fiserv are hoping for a minimum of one team (must contain at least 1 male and 1 female) from each community in Tipperary. Teams can be from businesses, rugby, soccer, other clubs in your area, or just 4 people who come together to compete for the title. The raffle prizes are amazing which include two GAA All Star tickets with overnight accommodation, All Ireland Tickets, Hotel Breaks, Signed Jerseys, to name a few. Also, the winning association/group will get a full set of jerseys whilst the winning team get 4 tickets to all Tipperary League games in 2025 plus a Corporate Table for 4 at Punchestown Festival 2025 with overnight accommodation. As mentioned, teams can be from a local business, sporting or non-sporting club, or just 4 people joining together to compete for the prestigious title of “Tipperary’s Fittest Four”. They can book their Start time by going to the fundraising tab on the Tipperary GAA website and clicking on the 7th of September in the Calander.
If you have any questions email Brian.Fogarty@Fiserv.com or call / text him on 087-8113012.
Presentation to Dillon Quirke Foundation
A poem written by Martin Quinn, which was printed and sold to supporters, has raised a considerable amount of money for the Dillon Quirke Foundation. The poem titled ‘A Warrior through all his short years’ was written in tribute to Dillon, who passed away tragically on August 5th, 2022. Martin has a long history of involvement in GAA, both at club level as a former officer of the Galtee Rovers/St. Pecaun’s GAA Club, and at divisional and county level as a former GAA Referee and a former Chair of West Tipperary Bord na nÓg. In writing the poem Martin wanted to remember Dillon’s personal and sporting attributes and to signify his qualities both on the field and off. The poem was sold widely with all proceeds going to the Dillon Quirke Foundation. Through his involvement also with a local group that was disbanding, Martin asked if the remaining funds could be donated to the Foundation. As a result over €1,800 is to be donated to the Dillon Quirke Foundation, and the presentation of the cheque will be made to Dillon’s father, Dan, on Thursday August 29th at 7pm, at the Porter House, Tipperary Town. Some players and former players will be in attendance along with representatives of the Munster and All-Ireland Minor Team and the winning Cups. All are welcome to attend the presentation and to hear further about the work of the Dillon Quirke Foundation https://www.dillonquirkefoundation.com/
By Jonathan Cullen Fri 23rd Aug
