TIPPERARY GAA SCENEHurling was the main area of attention across the county last weekend with games taking place in several grades.In the senior hurling championship semi-finals, the action got underway on Saturday evening when Moycarkey Borris and Toomevara met in FBD Semple Stadium. With both sides hoping to make a return to the senior hurling final after long absences, a very competitive game was expected and indeed that was what we got, however as the old saying goes ‘goals win games’ and on this occasion it was Toomevara who capitalised on their goal chances through Darragh McCarthy, as they claimed victory and a place in the final on a full time score of 2-19 to 0-20.The second semi-final took place on Sunday afternoon, and it was hard to believe the change in weather conditions as both sides had to battle against strong wind and rain. Games between Loughmore Castleiney and Thurles Sarsfields have always been close, hard-fought encounters and that was no different last weekend as players from both sides gave it their all in an effort to reach the final. Having started the better, Loughmore Castleiney found themselves behind mid-way through the first half as a result of a brace of goals from the stick of Paddy Creedon and it looked as if the Thurles men were going to push on. However, Loughmore Castleiney regrouped and put in a very good second half display that saw them progress to the final on a 0-17 to 2-09 scoreline.In the Premier Intermediate semi-finals, first into cation on Saturday were the players of Cashel King Cormacs and Upperchurch Drombane who served up a thrilling game that went all the way to extra time before a winner was decided. This game had everything, fabulous scores, near misses, outstanding skill, and a total of 8 goals and 49 points. In the end it was Cashel King Cormacs who earned the right to play in this year’s final on a full-time score of 6-21 to 2-28. The second semi-final took place on Sunday and was between Carrick Swan and Gortnahoe Glengoole. Coming into the game the title of favourites was firmly with the Mid Tipperary side, but from the off it was noticeably clear that ‘the swan’ did not come to FBD Semple Stadium just for a day out. Given the weather conditions, this was a particularly good game of hurling that was very evenly balanced as it entered the final quarter that saw Carrick Swan push on and win by 0-18 to 0-14.In the Intermediate semi-finals there were wins for Ballingarry over Golden Kilfeacle 1-13 to 2-09 and Moneygall defeated Cappawhite by 1-17 to 1-15. The Quarter Finals of the Junior B hurling championship resulted in wins for Newport over Thurles Gaels, Cappawhite overcame St Patricks, Cahir had 2 points to spare over Eire Óg Annacarty, while in Templemore, Silvermines overcame Holycross Ballycahill.A number of important games took place in the relegation competitions last weekend and as a result of these games, Lorrha Dorrha retained their senior status by virtue of a 1-18 to 1-15 win over Templederry Kenyons. In the Premier Intermediate grade, both Newport and Sean Treacys will have to do it all again as a result of their 1-18 to 2-15 draw in Nenagh. In the Intermediate relegation final, Ballybacon Grange proved to be too strong for Upperchurch Drombane when they met in Bansha.There was also one game played in the Junior A football championship last weekend that saw Knockavilla Donaskeigh Kickhams earn a spot in this year’s semi-finals thanks to a good 3-04 to 0-09 win over Ballylooby Castlegrace.On Monday evening the fixtures for this year’s hurling finals were made and are as follows:Senior Hurling – Loughmore Castleiney v Toomevara  Sunday October 13th @ 3.45pm in FBD Semple StadiumPremier Intermediate Hurling – Carrick Swan v Cashel King Cormacs  Sunday October 13th @ 1.30pm in FBD Semple StadiumPremier Intermediate Hurling Relegation – Newport v Sean Treacys  Saturday October 12th @ 3.00pm in The RaggIntermediate Hurling – Ballingarry v Moneygall  Saturday October 12th @ 2.00pm in TempletuohyJunior A Hurling – Kiladangan v Moyle Rovers  Saturday October 12th @ 4.00pm in TemplemoreUnder 19A Hurling – Holycross Ballycahill v St Marys  Saturday October 12th @ 4.00pm in GoldenThe action this coming weekend will focus on the football championships with games taking place in Senior, Intermediate, Premier Junior Junior A, Junior B and under 19.Tickets for all the games can be purchased on the ticket section of the Tipperary GAA website, while Tap & Go will also be in operation at each venue. Weekend passes will also be available for supporters who may wish to attend several games.

TIPPERARY ASSOCIATION DUBLIN LECTURE Please see below press release on upcoming lecture in Palace Bar on Monday 14th October

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WIN A HOUSE FUNDRAISER Last Saturday evening, at the Brú Ború Theatre in Cashel, Tipperary GAA launched its most ambitious fundraising initiative to date: the ‘Win a House’ draw.The grand prize is a fully furnished home in Bregawn, Cashel, valued at €350,000. Alternatively, the winner can choose a cash prize of €300,000.Tickets are priced at €100 and will be available for purchase through the official ‘Win a House’ website www.winahouse.ie and participating Tipperary GAA clubs. To encourage local engagement, €30 from each physical ticket sold by a club will remain with that club.A target has been set to sell 20,000 tickets over the next six months, with the final draw taking place on St. Patrick’s Weekend 2025

FUNDRAISER IN MEMORY OF LIAM KEARNSLiam Kearns was a dedicated member of the GAA throughout his life, with many years spent on the Tipperary GAA scene. He led the Aherlow club team to the 2010 Senior Football Club Championship  title. He later took the role of Manager for the Tipperary Senior Football team from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure he led the team to reach their first All-Ireland Senior Football Semi Final since 1935.Liam passed away suddenly at the age of 61 from a heart attack in March 2023, leaving behind a huge void in his family. He was active, healthy, and lived life to the full every day. Above all else he was a dedicated family man who is dearly missed and remembered. Liam had no symptoms of heart disease prior to his untimely death, which highlights a need for further heart screening and awareness campaigns in Ireland. This work of the Irish Heart Foundation is crucial and the funds raised will enable them to continue their great work in empowering Irish people to live longer, healthier lives. Every day hundreds of people in Ireland are diagnosed with heart disease and 9000 people die each year of stroke and heart disease, making these treatable illnesses one of the biggest killers in Ireland. The Irish Heart Foundation work tirelessly to eliminate preventable death as a result of heart disease and stroke through advocacy, patient supports, awareness campaigns, and much more. One hundred percent of money raised will go directly to the Irish Heart Foundation and all support is greatly appreciated. You can donate at this link:https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/LR06114624

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