Dunne misses out on Allstar hurling nomination

THOMAS DUNNE, Tipperary's inspirational captain over the last three seasons, is out of the running for a place on the 2002 Vodafone GAA Allstar hurling team.

However, the list of nominees which includes midfield partner Noel Morris and Dunne's brother Brendan (Benny) among a group of 15 named for the first time is likely to meet with fairly general acclaim.

Kilkenny have 11 of their All-Ireland winning team included, followed by Waterford with eight, and Clare and Tipperary with six each. Among the others Meath's Nicky Horan is a notable addition along with Brian McFall from Antrim.