Moran and Bradley win GPA awards

Waterford hurler Kevin Moran and Donegal footballer Ryan Bradley have scooped the GAA/GPA All-Stars Player of the Month awards for July, sponsored by Opel.

Both selections, chosen by the intercounty playing body, recognise the outstanding individual contributions both players made during their sides' Championship clashes last month.

Moran really stood tall for Waterford during the Munster SHC final defeat against Cork. He wrestled control at midfield from Cork when he switched there in the second quarter and continued to exert influence in the second half.

Donegal made history by retaining the Ulster SFC title for the first time. When Donegal really needed leadership during the Ulster SFC final against Down it was Bradley who stepped up to the mark. He gave a faultless display and also was involved in numerous Donegal scores.

Commenting on today's announcement, GAA President Liam O'Neill said: "Both Kevin and Ryan served up performances to savour with Waterford and Donegal respectively playing crucial roles in those counties' performances against Cork and Down.

"These accolades are well deserved, well done to both and thanks to Opel for their continued support of an award scheme that allows our players to acknowledge excellence."

Dessie Farrell, CEO of the Gaelic Players Association, added: "Congratulations to Kevin and Ryan for their outstanding achievements in being acknowledged by their fellow players for their displays last month.

"While as always both will point to their team-mates, it is nonetheless important to recognise when the individual player excels in pursuit of the collective cause. Thanks to all the players who voted and to our sponsors Opel for their continued support of the awards and our players."

Each month, between May and October, a footballer and a hurler are awarded for their performances in the provincial and All-Ireland Championships.

Players are shortlisted by members of the All-Stars Steering Committee and the winners selected by the county playing body. Each winner receives €1,000 and a trophy.