Tipperary GAA Scene

By Jonathan Cullen PRO

Allianz National Hurling & Football Leagues

FBD Semple Stadium played host to Tipperary’s round 2 clash with Galway in the Allianz Hurling League last Sunday, and in front of a sizeable attendance, Tipp put in a very strong performance for the majority of the game that saw them come away with a well-deserved 1-26 to 0-24 win.

This victory now puts them in a strong position in the league and they will be hoping to cement their place in the knockout stages with a win over Westmeath on Saturday, February 24th.

Unfortunately, as is often the case in competitive games, Tipperary picked up a number of injuries with Jake Morris and Bryan O’Mara both leaving the field with hamstring trouble, while Darragh Stakelum, who was only on the field a matter of seconds, picked up a hand injury. We wish all three players well and look forward to seeing them back in action in the not too distant future.

Our senior footballers will make the trip across the water to play London next Sunday at 1.00pm in McGovern Park, Ruislip in round 3 of the Allianz Football League Division 4. Having secured a good win away from home against Longford in round 2, Tipperary will be hoping to continue their winning ways against a formidable London side who cannot be underestimated in any way especially on their home turf. The Tipperary team to play London will be announced on Friday evening at 9.15pm

Tipperary GAA Clubs Draw

Tipperary GAA Clubs January Draw winner Tom Killackey, aka 'The Bomber' collected the keys of his brand-new Citroen Car on Friday night at The Clough Inn, Cloughjordan.

The packed bar was full of friends celebrating Tom's win, and he told the story of how he was on his way home from Tullamore when he found out that he was the lucky star prize winner in the draw.

This time around the top prize stayed in North Tipp once more as Michael Hanley of Toumalough, Ballina was the star prize winner. He will collect a new car or a cash prize at next month’s draw.

The February weekly Clubs Draw will be broadcast on Tipp GAA TV’s YouTube Channell and on the Tipperary GAA Facebook page at 9.00pm on Friday, February 23rd while the March Monthly Draw will take place on Friday, March 1st and will be hosted by the Portroe GAA Club.

Friends of Tipperary Football AGM

The Friends of Tipperary Football held their Annual General Meeting last Wednesday, February 7th in Muintir na Tire Hall, Littleton.

One of the main areas of concern that was referred to by a number of speakers was the around recruiting new committee members as the core group who do such fantastic work need more help. Clubs are asked to identify people from within their clubs who have an active interest in football and in particular people who may have a good knowledge and interest in the area of fundraising.

Chairperson Michael Devlin also gave a commitment to explore the possibility of relaunching the Dublin branch of the Friends in 2024 and again a call was made to anyone who may be residing in Dublin and who would like to get involved to come forward.

Anthony Shelly announced that he would be stepping down from the roles of Secretary/PRO, but before he did, he presented a very comprehensive report which gave a detailed account of all football activities both on and off the field in 2023.

Taking over from Anthony as Secretary will be Karol Cunniffe, a native of Mayo, now living in Annacarty, while Stephen Gleeson will take on the PRO’s role.

Treasurer JJ Crowley, who has been an ever present on the Friends of Tipperary Football, also announced that he would be stepping down from the position but as there was no other proposal for the position, JJ agreed to continue in the role on an interim basis until a replacement was elected at the next meeting.

Tipperary Supporters Club AGM

The Tipperary Supporters Club Annual General Meeting took place last Sunday at the Dome, FBD Semple Stadium after the Allianz Hurling League game between Tipperary and Galway.

There were several changes in personnel at the top table as former County Board Chairperson Michael Bourke was elected as Supporters Club Chairperson. Michael will no doubt bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role.

Also, long serving PRO, John Coman, who has done an excellent job in the role and has always been a pleasure to deal with, stood down and has been replaced by Newport native Michael Collins.

County Board Chairperson Jimmy Minogue and Senior Hurling Manager Liam Cahill were also in attendance and both men addressed the meeting, thanking the Supporters Club for all that they do in terms of fundraising for the Senior Hurlers and hurling in general in Tipperary.

Also, Noel McGrath was presented with the Tipperary Supporters Club player of the year trophy for 2023 by John Quirke.

Tipperary Supporters Club Night at the Dogs

Tipperary Supporters Club Night at the Dogs will take place in Thurles Greyhound Stadium on Saturday 24th February, commencing at 6.30pm, following the Allianz National Hurling League clash with Westmeath which takes place across the road at FBD Semple Stadium at 4.00pm.

All proceeds will go towards supporting the Tipperary Senior Hurling team in 2024. We are encouraging all Tipperary supporters to go along for a great night’s entertainment and meet the players and mentors.

Tickets are now on sale at a cost of €20 for Adults while children go free. Your entry fee also includes a Race Card, Music, Children face-painting and Players Autograph Signing. There will also be a raffle for the following items: Cash Prizes, Tickets for All-Ireland Hurling Final, All-Ireland Football Final & Munster Hurling Final; Signed Jerseys; Hotel Break, and many more prizes.

Sponsorship Opportunities: 11 Races – Sponsorship @ €500 per race - 1st race at 7.00pm, plus Novelty Race. Race Card Adverts - (€100 Full page)

Sponsors will be acknowledged in all event promotions as well as on race card. To purchase tickets and sponsorship, contact Billy Coman, bcoman52@gmail.com.

Munster Junior ‘B’ Tournaments

Tipperary had a very successful weekend in both the Munster Junior ‘B’ Hurling & Football competitions last weekend as Drom & Inch claimed the hurling title while Shannon Rovers qualified for the final of the football competition.

Club Officer Training

A Regional Workshop entitled "Creating an Effective Club Executive" for Club Officers will take place on Friday, February 16th at 7.00pm in Mallow.

Each club is asked to send three members of their executive to this event.

Register using this link: https://learning.gaa.ie/node/284041, this link has been circulated to all clubs via email from the Planning and Training Officer.

Tipperary GAA Scene

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