Tipperary GAA Scene
By Michael Quinn PRO
Senior Hurling
Well done to the Senior Hurlers who produced an impressive display last Sunday in Glenisk O’Connor Park Tullamore overcoming Offaly 5-24 to 1-18. See match report.
The hurlers’ next game takes place this Saturday, 7th February at 7.30pm when they make the trip to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh to face Cork. At the time of going to print only terrace tickets were available for the game and these can be purchased on Ticketmaster or at participating SuperValu or Centra stores. The game will also be broadcast live on RTÉ2.
Senior Football
Well done to the Senior footballers who recorded a 1-13 to 1-9 victory over Antrim last Sunday in Moneygall. See match report.
The game had originally been fixed for FBD Semple Stadium, but with the pitch deemed unplayable, sincere thanks go to the Moneygall club for hosting the fixture.
The Footballers have a break in action this weekend with their next game scheduled for Sunday, 15th February against Carlow in FBD Semple Stadium at 2.00pm.
Tickets for Allianz League Games
Supporters are reminded that tickets for all Allianz League games must be purchased online or in selected Centra and SuperValu stores, as tickets will not be on sale at match venues. Please note that Tap & Go will not be in operation at any venue, and in line with GAA policy for all competitions, no cash will be accepted at the turnstiles.
Post Primary Schools
Congratulations to Nenagh CBS who claimed their second ever Dr. Harty Cup title after an exciting 0-20 to 0-18 victory over St. Flannan’s last Saturday in Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, Ennis. See match report.
It is a fantastic achievement for Tipperary to have produced the last four Dr. Harty Cup winners: Cashel Community School in 2023, Thurles CBS last year and Nenagh CBS claiming the title in 2024 and again this year. Well done to all schools across the county for the tremendous work being put in across hurling and football.
Congratulations to St. Joseph’s College Borrisoleigh who claimed the TUS Corn Risteard Uí Mhathúna - Munster Under 19 ‘C’ Hurling title last Friday in Fethard after a thrilling 2-18 to 1-20 victory over a gallant Dungarvan CBS side. Micheal Collins of Templederry Kenyons was the victorious captain. See match report
Best of luck to CBS High School Clonmel footballers as they take on Tralee CBS this Saturday, 7th February at 1.30pm in Mallow in the TUS Corn Uí Mhuirí Munster Senior ‘A’ Football Final.
The High School have one Corn Uí Mhuirí title to their name having won it in 1928 and will be hoping to end a 98 year wait this Saturday. Their only final appearance since then came in 2016, when they were defeated by a David Clifford led St Brendan’s, Killarney side that went on to comfortably claim the Hogan Cup All Ireland title.
The Abbey School, Tipperary Town footballers won't be out until next week as they face Mount Saint Michael Rosscarbery on Friday, 13th February in the final of the TUS Corn Dhonncha Uí Nuanáin Munster U19 ‘B’ Football Championship.
Colleges
The Fitzgibbon and Sigerson Cups are reaching the business end, with the Quarter Finals taking place last Wednesday, 28th January.
Nenagh Éire Óg’s Sam O’Farrell led the scoring for the University of Galway, finishing with 0-11 (7f) in their 1-21 to 1-14 victory over SETU Waterford. Paddy Phelan (Upperchurch/Drombane) and Éanna Guilfoyle (Moyne-Templetuohy) lined out for the Waterford side.
University of Limerick recorded a 0-20 to 0-12 win over UCC. Darragh McCarthy top scored with 0-9 (7f) for UL, with Aaron Morgan (Kilruane MacDonaghs) and Oisín O’Donoghue (Cashel King Cormacs) also named in the starting fifteen. Peter McGarry (St Mary’s) and Darragh Stakelum (Thurles Sarsfields) lined out for UCC.
Mary Immaculate College Limerick enjoyed a comfortable 3-22 to 0-13 victory over UCD. Adam Daly (Knockavilla-Donaskeigh Kickhams) scored three points for the winners, while Eoin Craddock (Holycross/Ballycahill) also chipped in with a point. Ben Currivan (Golden Kilfeacle) made an appearance off the bench for the Limerick side.
Both semi-finals take place this Wednesday, 4th February - UL host the University of Galway at 8.00pm while Mary Immaculate College take on DCU, who recorded a 4-13 to 2-15 quarter final victory over MTU Cork. This game will take place in DCU at 6.00pm.
In the Sigerson Cup, David Power’s University of Limerick side claimed a 3-16 to 0-17 extra time victory over Maynooth University in their quarter final. Daithí Hogan (St Patrick’s) finished with 1-1, while Charlie King (Ballina), Micheál Freaney (Kilsheelan/Kilcash) and Killian Butler (Moyle Rovers) all registered points.
The remaining quarter final results were as follows: University of Galway 0-15 UCD 0-14, UCC 3-16 DCU 1-20; Queen’s University Belfast 3-18 TU Dublin 2-16.
The semi-final fixtures were not finalised by the time of going to print.
Coaching & Games Development
Tipperary Coaching & Games Development will host a Warm-Up and Speed Development Workshop on Saturday, 21st February, at 10.00am in Rockwell Rovers GAA Club.
The workshop will be delivered by Eric Curry of Setanta. You can register your interest at: forms.office.com/e/ZhgRvW7en6.
Many thanks to Paddy Christie who delivered a Gaelic Football Coaches workshop last Saturday in Cashel Community School.
Referee Recruitment
Tipperary GAA is seeking applications from interested individuals to participate in the upcoming Referee Foundation course in 2026. If interested, email refereesadministrator.tipperary@gaa.ie. Further details are available on tipperary.gaa.ie. Check out the Q&A carried out with referee Alan Tierney which is available to view on the Tipperary GAA social media pages.
Munster Junior ‘B’ Championship
Hard luck to Golden Kilfeacle who were defeated in the Munster Junior ‘B’ Football Championship quarter final by Clooney Quin (Clare) last Sunday in Knockaderry, Limerick.
Silvermines will compete in the Munster Junior ‘B’ Hurling Final this Saturday, 7th February against Ballybrown of Limerick in Killeedy (Limerick) at 3.00pm throw. Best of luck to ‘The Mines.
Clubs Draw
The January Tipperary Clubs Draw took place last Friday night in Fethard Town Park. Congratulations to Patricia Treacy, who was presented with her winning cheque of €20,000. The top winners of the January draw are listed below. The full list of winners is available to view on the Tipperary GAA social media pages. Congratulations to all our winners.
1st €20,000 – Tim Ryan, Tipperary Dublin Association; 2nd Return Flights for 2 or €5,000 – Linda Ferriter, Clonakenny; 3rd €4,000 Lotto Jackpot – 2, 13, 19, 28 – JP Brennan, Newport; 4th €2,000 – Catherine Harty, Borris-Ileigh.
50/50 Draw
The next Tipperary GAA 50/50 Draw will be held on Friday, 6th February. Supporters can purchase tickets via the Tipperary GAA App or at the link: member.clubspot.app/club/tipperary-gaa/fundraisers
Well done to last weeks winner Christina Moloughney who won the €1,600 Jackpot.
Tipperary Supporters Club 2026 Membership
If you know anyone with a keen interest in Tipperary hurling who is not currently a member, this is a great time to let them know about the benefits of joining the Tipperary Supporters Club. For any member paying by direct debit for the first time in 2026, the membership subscription will be half price, just €25.
Full details on the benefits of Tipperary Supporters Club membership can be found at:
www.tippsupportersclub.com/pages/club-membership
Further details on our new app are available on our FAQ page:
www.tippsupportersclub.com/pages/clubzap-app-faqs
All funds raised go directly towards supporting the Tipperary Senior Hurling team in preparing to the highest standard for this year’s League and Championship campaigns.
Benefits of membership include:
• Text alerts for all League and Championship team news
• Notifications on the latest news from Tipperary GAA
• Access to ClubZap, the Tipperary Supporters Club mobile app
• Two chances to win a €500 cash prize in members’ draws during the League and Championship
• Members’ draws for 5 pairs of match tickets for each Tipperary Senior Championship match
• If Tipperary reach the All-Ireland Final, one ticket winner will also receive a bonus of a two-night stay for two people in the 4-star Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
• Five monthly members’ draws for a personalised, signed Tipperary jersey by the hurler of your choice (in your selected size)
• Draw for an opportunity to attend an open team training session
• Entry into a draw for younger family members to act as Tipp Team Mascot at a home League game, in conjunction with Tipp FM, including photos with the team and a visit to the commentary box
• Eligibility to vote for the official 2026 Tipperary Senior Hurler of the Year
• Selected discounts at the Louis Fitzgerald Hotel, Mr. Mister Menswear, and the Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny.
All for just €50.
Tipperary Supporters Club Night at the Dogs
The Tipperary Supporters Club will host a Night at the Dogs on Saturday, February 21st at Thurles Greyhound Stadium, with the first of 10 races off at 7.30pm.
Tickets are €20 for adults, with children free, and include a race card, free raffle and autograph signing by 2025 All-Ireland winning players. The night will feature a free raffle with prizes including a hotel break, cash and signed jerseys, along with sponsorship opportunities. Tickets are available online at www.tippsupportersclub.com.
2026 Tipperary Club Season Pass
The 2026 Tipperary GAA club season pass is on sale and can be purchased via the events section of the Tipperary GAA App. The pass which will entitle the holder entry into all adult divisional and county games at adult level will cost €170.
Scór Sinsear
The County Final of Scór Sinsear 2026 will take place on Friday, 20th February with venue and time to be confirmed. Entries can be sent to secretary.scor.tipperary@gaa.ie.
The Club Summit
The Club Summit brings together Gaelic Games volunteers from across Ireland and beyond for a day of expert-led seminars, interactive exhibitions and inspiring forums. It takes place in Croke Park this Saturday, 7th February. Tickets and further information at gaa.ie/clubsummit.
Sympathy
Tipperary GAA wish to express their sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Jonathan Whyte (Surrey, England, and formerly of Drangan). Jonathan began his playing career with his local club, St. Patrick’s, and represented Tipperary at Minor level in 1972 and 1973, at U21 in 1973 and 1974, and at Senior Football level in 1974, before emigrating to London. He was very active within the London Tipperary community, serving as Chairman of the London Tipperary Association, and was a passionate supporter of both the Tipperary Senior Hurling & Football teams. May he rest in peace.
Tipperary GAA Scene
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