Tipperary GAA Scene
By Jonathan Cullen PRO
Munster Senior Hurling Championship
There was huge disappointment for our Senior Hurlers last Sunday as they were heavily defeated by Cork in Round 4 of the Munster Championship at FBD Semple Stadium.
Having played reasonably well in the opening half, it looked as if it was all to play for in the second half, but Cork came out firing from all cylinders and unfortunately our players were not able to match their opponents and, in the process, ended Tipperary’s hopes of progression.
Tipperary now play Clare in their final game of the season, next Sunday in FBD Semple Stadium at 4.00pm. Tickets are on sale and are priced as follows; Adult Stand – €30; Adult Terrace – €25; Students/OAPs Stand – €25; Students/OAPs Terrace – €20; Under 16s – €5.
There have been 57 previous championship meetings between the counties, Tipperary lead the way with 39 wins to Clare's 14, and there were 4 drawn games. There have been six Munster championship encounters between the Banner and the Premier counties, hosted at the Field of Legends. Tipperary won in 1929,1984 & 1985, while Clare were victorious in 1928, 2018 & 2022.
We would encourage as many Tipperary supporters as possible to head to Thurles on Sunday and show your support for our Senior Hurling team.
Tailteann Cup
Our Senior Footballers poor run of form continued last Saturday in FBD Semple Stadium as they had to give way to a much better Sligo side in round 2 of the Tailteann Cup, 3-22 to 1-12.
Tipperary now play Wexford in Round 3 of the Tailteann Cup on the weekend of June 1st.
Munster Minor Hurling Championship
The TUS Gaelic Grounds hosted last Monday’s Munster Minor Hurling Final that saw James Woodlock’s men facing Clare.
Having already lost to their opponents in the group stages, Tipperary were well aware of the challenge that faced them on the night. To their credit they rose to the challenge and emerged victorious 2-17 to 0-16. The scenes at the final whistle were a joy to behold and have given Tipperary people everywhere a great lift.
Tipperary are now through to the All-Ireland semi-finals which will take place in a few short weeks’ time.
All Ireland Minor Football Championship Tier 3
Having performed very well in the Munster Championship and reaching the provincial semi-final, the Tipperary Minor Footballers will play Westmeath in the new All Ireland Tier 3 competition this Saturday at 2.00pm in Templetuohy. We wish the players and management the best of luck.
Munster Under 20 Hurling Championship
All roads will lead to the TUS Gaelic Grounds, Limerick once more this Friday, May 24th where our Under 20 Hurlers will play Cork in the Munster Final at 8.00pm.
Having already defeated the Leesider’s in the group stages, manager Brendan Cummins and his players will know only too well that their opponents will head to Limerick looking for revenge.
We would encourage all Tipperary supporters to get to this game and show some support for the blue and gold. Tickets are available via the ticket section of the Munster GAA website and also in selected Centra and Supervalu stores.
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