Spirited Loughmore-Castleiney are 'everyone’s second team' in Tipperary

The double county champions are a rare beast - a successful club popular throughout their county. 

Noel McGrath of Loughmore-Castleiney in action against Aaron Fitzgerald and Luke Pynne of Eire Og in the Munster club semi-final. Pic: ©INPHO/Natasha Barton

In Loughmore-Castleiney, they make the most of what they have. What the rural, dual club have achieved in 2024 is extraordinary. It has earned them ample silverware and endless admiration.

Familiar winners are rarely popular. There were no wild celebrations beyond the borders of Killarney as Pat O’Shea brought the Bishop Moynihan Cup back last October. Loughmore-Castleiney are consistent champions and the current Tipperary senior football and hurling title holders. Since 2013 they have won eight county titles combined across both codes. And they are lauded for it.