Tipp footballer John Meagher opts for hurling squad

Meagher was impressive in Loughmore’s epic senior hurling final against Kiladangan last Sunday week

Meagher first made an appearance for the hurlers in the 2015 Allianz Hurling League

John Meagher has switched from the Tipperary senior football panel to the hurling squad

The 27-year-old defender, who captained Loughmore-Castleiney in last Sunday’s senior county final defeat to Clonmel Commercials, was one of the standout performers in the senior hurling championship in which his club also reached the decider.