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<p>Noel McGrath of Loughmore Castleiney against Nenagh Éire Óg. Pic: Michael P Ryan/Sportsfile</p>

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Two-week extension to inter-county would be 'detrimental' to Tipp club scene

Central Council, at their September meeting, referred to next year's Congress the proposal of a high-powered sub-committee to move the All-Ireland finals to either side of the August Bank Holiday weekend from 2027 onward.

<p> Tipperary Player John McGrath pictured with Oisin Kelly's Mother Sinead and father Brendan at Croke Park to launch the Irish Blood Transfusion Services 'Every Drop Counts ' campaign, inspired by Oisin, the young Carlow hurler who passed away from bone cancer in 2023. Pic: Brian McEvoy</p>

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He's hurler of the year but past disappointments still driving John McGrath

<p>Conor O'Dwyer, John the Baptist Community School, Hospital, on the attack against James Ryan, Scoil na Trionoide Naofa Doon in the Harty Cup Rounds in Kilmallock last tie out. Pic: Brendan Gleeson</p>

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Harty Cup permutations: quarter-final spots up for grabs in final group clashes

Trillick v Crossmaglen Rangers - AIB Ulster GAA Football Senior Club Championship Quarter-Final

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Motions in Meath and Tipperary bid to restore minor level to U18

Tomas McGrath with Darren Moroney 16/11/2025

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Éire Óg Ennis' Darren Moroney nets extra-time winner to break Loughmore-Castleiney hearts

Clonmel Commercials v Kilsheelan-Kilcash - Tipperary County Senior Club Football Championship Final

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Michael Quinlivan: 'There's something special about bringing it home'

Clonmel Commercials v Kilsheelan-Kilcash - Tipperary County Senior Club Football Championship Final

Clonmel's passion play for 'Mr Commercials' Philly

Memories of Philly Ryan, who passed away last month, were on all minds as the team he helped to mould romped to a 21-point victory over Kilsheelan-Kilcash.

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

PwC GAA/GPA All-Star Awards 2025

Not long ago, John McGrath was unsure of place on Tipp team, now he's hurler of the year

Gong into this season, John McGrath said there was much talk in the Tipperary panel about winning titles. It was about putting pride back in the jersey.

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Tipperary v Longford - Allianz Football League Division 4

'The word legend gets used a lot, but I don’t think it does him justice:' Commercial's O'Connor on late Ryan

The tragic passing of county football manager and Commercials stalwart Philly Ryan will be on all minds when they meet Kilsheelan-Kilcash at Semple Stadium.

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Seven from Tipp, four from Cork as rookies dominate hurling All-Star selection

Seven from Tipp, four from Cork as rookies dominate hurling All-Star selection

Tipperary have claimed seven PwC Hurling All-Stars, with runners-up and Munster winners Cork picking up four.

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

Cork v Kerry - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2

Confirmed: Munster GAA puts off Football Championship seeding plan until 2027

After a series of consultations with counties, the forthcoming Munster SFC draw will not be seeded, as proposed

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

Cromane claim Munster LGFA Junior title after dominant 23 point win over St Patrick's

Cromane claim Munster LGFA Junior title after dominant 23 point win over St Patrick's

A late goal from Maggie Quirke and further points from Eimear Burke and Mary Kate Smith sealed a famous win for Cromane.

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025

Rhys Shelly 29/10/2025

'If I want to be annoying, I'll be annoying': Shelly has no intention of changing his ways

Before his highlight-reel moments to close out the All-Ireland, there was a run-in with Patrick Horgan after Cork’s goal on the stroke of half-time.

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

Brian McGrath with his niece Grace after the game 26/10/2025

'I don't think we get the credit that's due' - Brian McGrath praises Loughmore-Castleiney teammates

"People say we'll dog it out, we'll dog it out but by God we have hurlers all over the field, boy," he added.

Tue, 28 Oct, 2025

Kilruane MacDonaghs v Upperchurch-Drombane - Tipperary County Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Final

Liam Dunphy: 'To get back to the top level of hurling in Tipperary is a huge achievement'

“To get back to the top level of hurling in Tipperary is a huge achievement and it’s probably where we feel we should be.”

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Loughmore-Castleiney team celebrate 26/10/2025

'Like a FÁS course': Loughmore negotiate realities of life to defend Tipperary title

Loughmore-Castleiney went into Sunday's Tipperary SHC final against Nenagh not know if Lorcan Egan would be fit to start. He lost 5kg during the week due to a gastric issue.

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Liam McGrath 26/10/2025

Liam McGrath goal crucial as Loughmore hold off Nenagh for back-to-back Tipperary titles

Nenagh Éire Óg fell short in their search for a first Dan Breen Cup title in 30 years.

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Caoimhe Stakelum 18/3/2022

Caoimhe Stakelum leads the way as Thurles Sarsfields prove too strong for Clanmaurice

Caoimhe Stakelum punished the Clanmaurice indiscretions converting three frees, plus two 45s and a fine effort from play. The only non Stakelum score was a Lucy Purcell effort from play after a Karen Kennedy assist.

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Liam Cahill 9/7/2025

Liam Cahill ratified as Tipperary manager for two more years

The Tipperary County Board agreed the expected extension at their monthly meeting on Friday, which had been postponed from Monday in a show of respect to football manager Philly Ryan who passed away last weekend.

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Tipperary v Longford - Allianz Football League Division 4

'My hero, my best friend': Philly Ryan honoured by son Shane

Tipperary manager Philly Ryan died suddenly over the weekend.

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

Corn Uí Mhuirí team-by-team guide, and the starlets to watch out for, in Munster Colleges SFC

S Corn Uí Mhuirí team-by-team guide, and the starlets to watch out for, in Munster Colleges SFC

Will Kerry's hegemony continue in Munster Colleges SFC? Tralee CBS probably start favourites, but the challenge to the Kingdom's finest is growing.

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

Kilsheelan Kilcash dethrone Loughmore Castleiney after thrilling finish to semi-final clash

Kilsheelan Kilcash dethrone Loughmore Castleiney after thrilling finish to semi-final clash

A couple of vital scores in the dying moments, puts Kilsheelan Kilcash into the final where they hope to add to their four titles and a first since 1972.

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025

Clare v Tipperary - Electric Ireland Munster GAA Hurling Minor Championship Final

Minogue leads the way as Thurles cruise to Harty Cup victory over Hospital

A purple patch of six consecutive points for Thurles CBS at the end of the third quarter sealed victory.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Dr Harty Cup 2025-26: team-by-team guide, including the ones to watch, for Munster schools SHC

S Dr Harty Cup 2025-26: team-by-team guide, including the ones to watch, for Munster schools SHC

Everything you need to know before the famous competition throws in on Wednesday afternoon.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Christy O'Connor: Maestro McGrath conducts the Loughmore orchestra yet again

S Christy O'Connor: Maestro McGrath conducts the Loughmore orchestra yet again

Noel McGrath and Loughmore-Castliney again underlined their class and experience.

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

Wily Loughmore hold off Holycross to keep Tipp double-double dream on course

Wily Loughmore hold off Holycross to keep Tipp double-double dream on course

John and Noel McGrath shared 13 points, veteran Noel hitting four from play, as Loughmore-Castleiney made it back to the Tipp SHC final

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Tipp's breakthrough boy Doyle just playing it whatever way it comes

Tipp's breakthrough boy Doyle just playing it whatever way it comes

When Robert Doyle thinks of the players who have come and gone without walking up the steps of the Hogan Stand, he knows he is fortunate.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Matthew Buckley: 'We have loads of energy there, loads of youth, and they're all hungry for success as well'

Matthew Buckley: 'We have loads of energy there, loads of youth, and they're all hungry for success as well'

“The thing with Seamie, obviously he's had huge success individually down through the years, but he'll always come back to the club and, whether it's a minor or U21 or whatever, he will always give everything he has."

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

Tipperary GAA to retain jersey sponsor but new name and logo

News comes as Waterford agree Walsh Park naming rights

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

Liam Cahill set to be offered new term as Tipperary hurling manager

It is over 10 weeks since Tipperary's All-Ireland final win and there had been murmurings in the county due to Cahill's current deal having elapsed and a new one not yet ratified.

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Drom-Inch produce sensational comeback after extra time to defeat Moycarkey-Borris in epic battle

2-11 from Séamus Callanan helps Drom-Inch defeat Moycarkey-Borris after extra time

“Those lads are just incredible. They're around so many years now, but they're so fresh,” said manager Matthew Buckley.

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

Drom-Inch produce sensational comeback after extra time to defeat Moycarkey-Borris in epic battle

Drom-Inch produce sensational comeback after extra time to defeat Moycarkey-Borris in epic battle

Séamus Callanan hauled 2-11, including 2-3 from play, while super-sub David Butler bagged two goals. David Collins and Johnny Ryan also played key roles in the avalanche of goals.

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

Mikey Heffernan fires Nenagh Éire Óg past Kilruane MacDonaghs and into Tipperary SHC semis

Mikey Heffernan fires Nenagh Éire Óg past Kilruane MacDonaghs and into Tipperary SHC semis

The second part of this Semple Stadium double-header was level nine times in the first half, but Nenagh edged ahead thereafter.

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

Patrick Horgan 7/6/2025

S Anthony Daly: There are thousands of lads with All-Ireland medals who wouldn’t lace Hoggie’s boots

Too much of Patrick Horgan's profile and iconic status has been wrongly bound up with the Cork man's quest for that elusive All-Ireland medal. It is a disservice to the great man

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Patrick Horgan 20/7/2025

S Patrick Horgan interview: 'Very few get to decide themselves when to leave, and to leave when they’re happy. And I am happy'

The Cork legend walks away without a coveted All-Ireland medal but pleased and proud of a remarkable career in red

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Kiladangan crash out after defeat toKilruane MacDonaghs

Kiladangan crash out after defeat toKilruane MacDonaghs

Kiladangan will rue their missed opportunities.

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

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'It's just shrewd management' - Jason Forde praises Tipperary's use of sweeper in All-Ireland hurling final

Forde took great satisfaction in seeing Liam Cahill get his due credit after a difficult 2024 season.

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Kilruane MacDonaghs v Kiladangan - Tipperary County Senior Club Hurling Championship Final Replay

Tipperary SHC: Kiladangan and Kilruane MacDonaghs to meet in preliminary quarter-final

With none of the North, Mid, or West divisional champions escaping the group phase, three preliminary quarter-finals are required against second-placed qualifiers.

Mon, 08 Sep, 2025

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

Thurles Sars squeezed out of Tipp SHC knockouts by the slimmest margin

Nenagh Éire Óg recovered from their shock defeat by Cashel King Cormacs last day out to to get the better of Mullinahone and advance to the quarter finals

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

Tipperary win back-to-back All-Ireland Master titles as they overcome Wexford

Tipperary win back-to-back All-Ireland Master titles as they overcome Wexford

Ger O'Grady's crew have certainly displayed an impressive appetite for success since the Masters competition was revived last year, beating Wexford well in both the 2024 and 2025 finals.

Sat, 30 Aug, 2025

Inside Alcatraz Prison - Row of Bars and Cells

S The full Pat Ryan interview: 'The past, the future, the pain, the pride, the homecoming and 'absolute garbage'

In his first interview since he announced his departure as Cork hurling manager Pat Ryan emphatically rejects Cork bust-up rumours at half time in the All-Ireland final defeat to Tipperary

Mon, 25 Aug, 2025

Clare v Cork - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

Pat Ryan interview: 'The disgusting point is that they were totally made-up stories'

In first interview since he announced his departure as Cork hurling manager Pat Ryan emphatically rejects Cork bust-up rumours at half time in the All-Ireland final defeat to Tipperary

Sun, 24 Aug, 2025

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

Tipp SHC: Holycross-Ballycahill take another giant step, Borris-Ileigh face uphill battle

Having already taken the scalp of 2024 runners-up Toomevara in the first round, Holycross accounted for the 2023 champions thanks to storming finishes to either half.

Sat, 23 Aug, 2025

Brendan Maher and Patrick Horgan 18/8/2025

Brendan Maher: Tipp can take nothing for granted, even after All-Ireland glory

Maher, who captained Tipperary to the 2016 All-Ireland title, will again be part of the Offaly backroom team for 2026.

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

John McGrath still in the dark about his topsy-turvy Tipperary form

Tipperary forward John McGrath has no intention of hanging up his hurley on a high. 'After the year that's just gone by, I'd be mad to be going anywhere,' he says

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025

Manchester United v Arsenal - Premier League - Old Trafford

Sportsguide: Premier League returns, FAI Cup and Diamond League

It is another action packed weekend of sport with the return of the Premier League, the FAI Cup third round and the Diamond League - all you need to know here.

Sat, 16 Aug, 2025

Craig Morgan 17/4/2022

Tipperary SHC: Kilruane MacDonaghs defeat Borris-Ileigh in group stage rematch

Kiladangan emerged with a 2-20 to 0-21 win over Clonoulty-Rossmore. Tadhg Gallagher’s early goal sparked a 1-4 streak, although Stephen Ferncombe’s accuracy trimmed the half-time deficit to two, 1-10 to 0-11.

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

Tipperary SHC: Loughmore pull off dramatic victory, Nenagh beat Thurles

Tipperary SHC: Loughmore pull off dramatic victory, Nenagh beat Thurles

Loughmore-Castleiney goalkeeper Aidan McGrath scored the winning point with the last puck of the game to defeat Drom & Inch.

Sat, 09 Aug, 2025

Ronan Maher 6/8/2025

Now Tipperary skipper Ronan Maher will visualise 2026 target

Tipp's performance coach, Cathal Sheridan, got Maher thinking about a lofty but achievable goal, urging him to chase the dream.

Thu, 07 Aug, 2025

M. Donnelly GAA Poc Fada All-Ireland Finals

Brendan Cummins: 'We understand in Tipp, it's never as good or as bad as you think'

Cummins, just in off the punishing mountain course with its giant peaks, valleys and ravines, knows more than most about how quickly sporting fortunes can rise and fall.

Tue, 05 Aug, 2025