2023 Munster Senior Hurling Championship
Our senior hurlers will play their second game of this year’s Munster senior hurling championship this Saturday evening in Pairc Ui Chaoimh at 7pm when Cork will be the opponents in what is expected to be a tough battle by the banks of the lee. Having overcome a stern test in Ennis in Round 1, the players and team management will know very well that Cork who will be in flying form following their opening round victory over Waterford, will provide a very different test as they will also be aiming to keep their winning run going. Our senior men’s team is not the only team in Munster championship action in Pairc Ui Chaoimh on Saturday as it will also play host to the premier county’s senior Camogie team who will play Waterford in the Munster semi final at 4.30pm. Tipperary GAA and Tipperary Camogie boards are asking all Tipperary supporters to make a special effort to get along to Pairc Ui Chaoimh and support our ladies in what will be a very big game for them. Your ticket gives you entry to both games so why not make use of it and show your support for the Camogie team who will be hoping to start the evening off on a winning note ahead of the hurling game.
Tickets for the double header are now available to purchase online via the link below and also from selected Centra and SuperValu stores.
I ask all clubs to encourage your members to attend both games and show their support for both teams next Saturday evening. https://www.ticketmaster.ie/event/18005D63DC7967CE
Munster Under 20 Hurling Championship Round 5
Our under 20 hurlers played Waterford in the final group game of the competition last Friday evening in FBD Semple Stadium and while Waterford did provide a stern test of Brendan Cummins men, Tipperary did eventually prove to be too strong for their opponents, winning by 3-26 to 3-12 and in doing so booked their place in this year’s semi finals where they will play Clare in FBD Semple Stadium next Monday evening at 7.30pm.
Munster Minor Hurling Championship
Our minor hurlers played their final game of the championship last Tuesday evening (April 25th) when they took on Waterford in FBD Semple Stadium. With nothing more than pride at stake The players recorded a well deserved 1-20 to 1-12 win to end the year on a winning note. We thank all of the players for their hard work and commitment over the last number of months and I have no doubt thata number of them may well feature for Tipperary at under 20 level in the coming years. Thanks also to Manager James Woodlock and his management team who have shown outstanding leadership to this group of young men, which again I have no doubt will stand to them as they continue on their GAA careers at both club and county level in the coming years.
Munster Minor Football Championship
Our minor footballers made it three out of three last Thursday evening when they defeated Clare in their final group game of the competition by 0-12 to 0-08 and in doing so have qualified for both the phase 1 final and also the Munster semi finals. The phase 1 final is scheduled to take place on May 11th when Limerick will be the opponents.
Gaeltacht Scholarships 2023
Applications are now open for the Gaeltacht Scholarships 2023. Any persons wishing to apply for the scholarship must fill in the form which was sent to each club and return it to irishculturalofficer.tipperary@gaa.ie by Friday May 12th at 12pm. Please note that the Scholarships are only open to 2nd, TY and 5th Year Students and if you have already received a scholarship you are unable to apply. All, applicants will be called for interview after the closing date. Please have an up-to-date email address as interviews will be communicated via this.
Any inquiries can be sent to the above email address.
Health & Wellbeing
Wishing Tipperary clubs taking part in Pieta’s Darkness into Light a glorious sunrise on May 6th. This annual fundraiser raises vital funds for Pieta helping the organization keep essential services free and available to anyone affected by suicide and self-harm it is still possible to register with your nearest group or to register your own individual way of participating on darknessintolight.ie
Anyone wishing to have their spirits lifted early in the morning of May 7th must set their alarm early and enjoy one of wildlife’s greatest experiences the Dawn Chorus. This wonderful sound at this time of year brings great pleasure to many and is often referred to as caffeine for the soul. RTE Radio 1 will be broadcasting from midnight until 7am bringing early morning birdsong, commentary and discussion on the behaviour of various bird species as the sun rises. Further information of this event can be found at https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/
Drom & Inch Healthy Club will hold a Community Information Evening for Seniors as part of a pilot program organized by Alone on Wednesday May 3rd in Inch Hall @ 645pm. All are welcome and you do not need to be involved in the GAA to attend.
Arravale Rovers Fundraiser
Arravale Rovers will host an evening of craic and banter with Anthony Daly, Mark Landers and T.J. Ryan (of Dalos Hurling podcast) on Friday May 19th ahead of the Tipp Limerick clash, in the Abbey Sports Hall, Tipperary Town. All are welcome. tickets available now on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2023-munster-championship-chat-tickets-623534056147
New GAA Communications Strategy published
The GAA has published a new three-year Communications Plan to cover the period 2023-2026 as part of its overall organisational strategy ‘Aontas 2026 – Towards One GAA For All.’
The plan identified four themes – Better Connections with GAA Membership and Community; More Strategic and Proactive Communications; Greater Clarity as to who is telling the GAA Story and Modernising Media Engagement – as part of its engagement process.
Three action areas have emerged to address these themes; Deepen the Connection between the GAA and its Membership and Wider Community; Enhance and Continue to Promote the Reputation of the GAA; Tell the Story of the GAA in New and Better Ways.
The area of Communications was one of the six pillars of ‘Aontas’ and the timelines for both plans run concurrently.
Uachtarán CLG Larry McCarthy said: “I welcome the publication of a new communications plan for the Association, a plan that, on implementation, will benefit our clubs our counties, our provinces, and the organisation as a whole.
“Effective communication lies at the heart of any efficient and well-functioning organisation. It runs through every strand of the GAA and has done since our earliest days. It does not belong to one office holder or one department – its importance lies in its impact on how we organise our games and our activities and the image we project of the GAA.
“The purpose of the plan was to review how we are currently set up; to clearly define the challenges and obstacles and to ensure that the GAA communications strategy reflects the cutting edge, volunteer-led, amateur sport organisation that we are.”
GAA Director of Communications Alan Milton added: “The events and challenges of recent years laid bare the importance of effective communications and challenged the GAA in many ways, including in that same area.
“It provided a reboot of sorts but also underlined the need to ensure our approach to communicating with our members and the wider public continues to evolve to fully meet our needs.
“The research findings reaffirm the growth of digital and the very real need for us to remain connected to the wider membership.
“They also underline the importance of proactive, strategic and timely communications with a particular emphasis on catering for the different groupings with the Gaelic games family, not least our young members.”
The new GAA Communications plan in full can be viewed and downloaded on the GAA website
Bord Gáis Energy GAA Legends Tour Series of Croke Park is back for 2023
Bord Gáis Energy, Ireland’s leading home energy management and services provider, and the GAA Museum have announced the return of the popular GAA Legends Tours featuring a stellar line-up of Gaelic Games icons. The series was launched today at Croke Park by Mayo’s Lee Keegan and Tipperary’s Pádraic Maher.
At each tour of Croke Park, fans get the opportunity to meet some of the greatest GAA players of all time and hear them reminisce about their career highlights. Attendees will also learn about player’s individual pre-match routine and superstitions and get the inside scoop on some of the biggest moments from each player’s career. All tours include a trip to the GAA Museum, which vividly illustrates the story of Gaelic Games from ancient times to the present day.
This year’s tours start on 10 May and GAA Legends that will lead a tour during this series include Paddy Andrews (Dublin), Rena Buckley (Cork), John Troy (Offaly), Michael Murphy (Donegal), Cora Staunton (Mayo), Paul Murphy (Kilkenny) and Denis ‘Ogie’ Moran (Kerry). For a full schedule of the Bord Gáis Energy GAA Legends Tours and details of how to book a place on a tour, visit crokepark.ie/legends Booking is essential as the tours sell out quickly.
Bord Gais Energy Services & Solutions Director, Teresa Purtill said: “Bord Gáis Energy recently extended its partnership with the GAA until 2025 and we’re proud to be here today at the GAA Museum in Croke Park, joined by two Gaelic Games icons, Lee Keegan, and Pádraic Maher to launch the Bord Gáis Energy Legends Tour Series for 2023.
This series offers fans the chance to gain an insight into the hard work and dedication it takes to play and compete at the highest level of GAA and what goes on behind the scenes on some of the biggest days in the Irish sporting calendar”.
GAA Museum Director, Niamh McCoy said: “We’re delighted to have the Bord Gáis Energy Legends Tour Series back at Croke Park for another year. The tour never fails to amaze and entertain the brilliant fans of the GAA.
“With the successful return of in-person tours last year, we’re excited for what this year’s series will bring. The selection of football, hurling and camogie stars for this year’s tour is incredible and we hope that all those attending truly relish listening to these legends of the game here in Croke Park. Working together with this year’s legends, we’re excited to continue our partnership with Bord Gáis Energy for yet another year.”
Croke Park Stadium and Commercial Director, Peter McKenna added: “The Bord Gáis Energy GAA Legends Tour has proven to be a resounding success, giving fans an insight to some of Gaelic Game’s biggest stars. It’s fantastic to be with Bord Gáis Energy today for the launch of the 2023 series. Lee and Pádraic along with the other legends participating in the 2023 tours will no doubt give fans an amazing experience across the summer. We’re very thankful to Bord Gáis Energy for their extended support of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael and we look forward to continuing our partnership with them.”
Tipperary GAA Scene
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By Jonathan Cullen Wed 10th May
