Halfway through the year and instead of the hay being saved, everything smells of roses in Tipperary. No controversy, no problem about the designated captain not making the team, no dispute over favoured players losing their places. Liam Sheedy even delivered a league title, building on his previous reputation. However, he knows his real examination as senior boss starts tomorrow in Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Jim O’Sullivan reports.

Jim O’Sullivan