Tyrone's Peter Colton named standout footballer as minor team of the year announced

Peter Colton of Tyrone scores his side's first goal, a penalty, during the Electric Ireland All-Ireland MFC final. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

All-Ireland MFC finalists Tyrone and Kerry have dominated the minor football team of the year, with Tyrone's Peter Colton taking the top player gong.

The counties account for 13 of the 15 representatives on the team, with Tyrone taking seven places, reflective of their status as All-Ireland winners, while defeated finalists Kerry have six on the squad. Semi-finalists Roscommon and Mayo each have one player featured on the 15.

Minor footballer of the year Colton - a member of the Fintona Pearses club - was a pivotal figure in the Red Hand's championship success, showcasing exceptional leadership and scoring prowess throughout the campaign.

Uachtarán CLG, Jarlath Burns, said: “A special congratulations to each of the players selected for the 2025 Electric Ireland minor football team of the year. 

"This competition consistently demonstrates the evolving excellence within our game and it was a privilege to observe the passion and commitment shown by these athletes this season, while proudly wearing their county colours. 

"Particular recognition must be given to Peter Colton of Tyrone for his deserved accolade as the 2025 Electric Ireland minor football player of the year; his exceptional contributions were central to Tyrone’s championship triumph.”

Minor Football Team of the Year: R Donnelly (Tyrone and Eglish St. Patrick’s); E Kerr (Tyrone and Errigal Ciaran), P Goodman (Tyrone and Fintona Pearses), R Sheridan (Kerry and Duagh); D Murphy (Kerry and Listry), D Sargent (Kerry and John Mitchels), A Quinn (Tyrone and Errigal Ciaran); J Mulgrew (Tyrone and Kildress Wolf Tones), J Curtin (Kerry and Ballyduff); D Curran (Roscommon and Castlerea St Kevin’s), P Colton (Tyrone and Fintona Pearses), G White (Kerry and John Mitchels); B Kelliher (Kerry and Dr Crokes), E Long (Tyrone and Cookstown Fr. Rock’s), B Holmes (Mayo and Westport).