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The Irish Sun
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Tipperary star uses Liam MacCarthy Cup as wedding gift for lucky couple – sparking Tipp, Tipp chants
TIPPERARY goalkeeper Rhys Shelly served as a suitably safe pair of hands while using the Liam MacCarthy trophy as a novelty wedding gift. The hilarious scene unfolded at the Talbot Hotel in Clonmel. Advertisement 3 Shelly made his own entrance to maximise the spectacle Credit: @talbothotelclonmel 3 The happy couple got to raise the trophy into the air Credit: @talbothotelclonmel 3 The 24-year-old became the first goalkeeper to ever score from play in an All-Ireland hurling final The staff shared the raucous reception Shelly and the Cup received on the hotel's It was then further shared by sports writer Stephen Gleeson. While doing so, he remarked: "Tipperary hurling keeper Rhys Shelly is some all-rounder this week. "Makes a key point blank save against Thurles Sarsfields, saves a penalty against John McGrath, will play in a Mid-Tipp final on Sunday & finds time to bring the Liam MacCarthy Cup to a wedding in Clonmel." The quintessentially Irish moment was added to by not only the presence of Tipp flags in the background but also The Sunday Game theme tune blaring in the background. Advertisement Read More On GAA While last week saw everyone's social media feed filled with blue and gold celebrations, the past few days have witnessed an avalanche of green and gold joy after Monday's initial homecoming Dingle was the setting for Tuesday's shindig. Paul Geaney owns a pub in the coastal town and The now three-time All-Ireland winner hailed: "We're out in Dingle tonight. A few weeks ago David asked ye all to come out and back and ye did." Advertisement Most read in GAA Hurling As the camera panned over the whole street, the 34-year-old went on to compare it to New Year's Eve such was the turn-out. He added: "This is unbelievable to be a part of. It's probably the best we've ever seen for Kerry. I'm emotional but we're enjoying every minute of it." Kerry GAA star leads All-Ireland homecoming celebrations from HIS pub in front of huge street parade The instance he referenced about talisman Looking ahead to returning to Advertisement "I'm not sure they realise the impact they can have on us in Croke Park. "When we hear that Kerry crowd behind you it's worth five and six points to you in a game.' So it proved as while That improved connection was evident in further wins against Ulster opposition. Advertisement The question mark hanging over their 2026 tilt for number 40 is whether boss Jack 0'Connor
RTÉ News
21-07-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Listen: Tipperary players react to Liam MacCarthy glory
Rhys Shelly, Conor Stakelum, Andrew Ormond and Sam O'Farrell got out of their beds early to join RTÉ Sport's Marty Morrissey to reflect on Sunday's stunning All-Ireland final win over Cork. The quartet were speaking on RTÉ Radio 1's Morning Ireland.
Irish Times
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Times
Tipperary player ratings: Darragh McCarthy shines on famous day at Croke Park
1. Rhys Shelly (Moycarkey-Borris) Little he could do about Shane Barrett's goal, but a dream final otherwise, wrapped up with a beautiful point from play. Cool under the series of shots rebounding off the posts, excellent puck-outs throughout. Rating: 8 2. Robert Doyle (Clonoulty-Rossmore) A magnificent marking job on Alan Connolly, physical and tight throughout, scoring an excellent long-range point to boot. Repeatedly won key possessions in the second half, clear contender for Young Hurler of the Year. Rating: 8 3. Eoghan Connolly (Cashel King Cormacs) Tipperary's Eoghan Connolly. Photograph: Inpho Grew into the game with his blocking and tackling, with energy levels to match. Made sure Diarmuid Healy was kept quiet, and also got in on free-scoring act too. Stood up in the second half. Rating: 8 4. Michael Breen (Ballina) Rolled back the clock with one of the best games on his career, using all his experience and physicality to limit the damage done by Patrick Horgan. Never let up in his task, setting up some big scores too. Rating: 8 READ MORE 5. Craig Morgan (Kilruane McDonaghs) Brought reliability and versatility in the half-back line, matching up with Shane Barrett. Helped set the mood from the start, ran himself into the ground by the hour mark. Rating: 7 6. Ronan Maher (Thurles Sarsfields) Tipperary's Ronan Maher. Photograph: Inpho A captain's role on All-Ireland final day won't come more memorable. Exceptional energy levels and concentration, helping ensure Brian Hayes got very limited possession. Never let up in inspiring the Tipp defence. Rating: 9 7. Bryan O'Mara (Holycross Ballycahill) Also lead by example, taking on the sweeping roll from the throw-in, allowing Willie Connors to drop back. Worked a treat. O'Mara also ran himself into the ground, injury forcing his replacement. Rating: 8 8. Willie Connors (Kiladangan) Energy levels and commitment were astonishing, Connors dropping back into the half-back line and covering an extraordinary amount of ground. Helped mark out Declan Dalton, and also helped himself to a much-deserved point. Rating: 9 9. Conor Stakelum (Thurles Sarsfields) Tipperary's Conor Stakelum. Photograph: Inpho Helped lord midfield with his sheer strength and physicality, occasionally pressing things a little too hard, but his leadership was invaluable. Repeatedly got the better of Tim O'Mahony, his point from play further raising Tipp spirits. Rating: 8 10. Jake Morris (Nenagh Éire Óg) Tipp needed a big game from him, and he mostly delivered. His blocking and catching was impeccable, with some magnificent touches wrapped up in two points from play. A dream end to an excellent season already. Rating: 8 11. Andrew Ormond (JK Brackens) Shot selection was a little off at the start, but still finished with two points from play, despite the close attention of Mark Coleman. Involved in a lot of attacking play in the second half. Rating: 8 12. Sam O'Farrell (Nenagh Éire Óg) Dropped back to midfield to good effect, the 20-year-old also defying his relative lack of experience with some excellent touches against bigger men around him. Didn't score, but helped set up plenty. Rating: 8 13. Darragh McCarthy (Toomevara) Tipperary's Darragh McCarthy scores a penalty. Photograph: Inpho A stunning All-Ireland final by any standards, but rose above all expectations for a 19-year-old. Had 15 scoring chances, scored 1-13, including four from play. His coolness over the placed ball, including the penalty, was awesome. Rating: 10 14. John McGrath (Loughmore-Castleiney) Had to wait for his goal chances, but when they did come, he took them with majestic vision and execution. His fetch which resulted in the penalty was a sight to behold. Rating: 9 15. Jason Forde (Silvermines) Well-marked by Seán O'Donoghue, so didn't enjoy his usual amount of possession, but still chipped in with two points from play. Worked tirelessly. Rating: 8 Bench No need for any goal heroics from Oisín O'Donoghue or the like this time, Tipp already well in their ascendency as the changes were made. Noel McGrath had the last word with his point from play, utterly fitting. Rating: 7 Management Tipperary manager Liam Cahill celebrates after the game. Photograph: Inpho Liam Cahill, Michael Bevans, Declan Laffan, and TJ Ryan can all take a bow, combining to orchestrate one of the great All-Ireland upsets of modern times. For a team considered to be in bonus territory, a performance for the ages. Rating: 9
BreakingNews.ie
20-07-2025
- Sport
- BreakingNews.ie
Tipperary beat Cork to become All-Ireland hurling champions
Tipperary have claimed their 29th All-Ireland hurling title after beating Cork 3-27 to 1-18 at Croke Park. It is the county's first All-Ireland hurling title since 2019. Advertisement John McGrath scored two goals for Tipp, with Darragh McCarthy also scoring a goal from a penalty. A ROCKET 🚀🚀 @TipperaryGAA are flying! Goal for Darragh McCarthy! #CORvTIP — The GAA (@officialgaa) July 20, 2025 Shane Barrett's goal late in the first-half had Cork ahead by six-points at half-time. However, it turned out to be quite a one-sided affair in the second half. Towards the end of the game, Cork began chasing goals, but Tipperary were not letting up defensively. Tipp had a phenomenal second half, with Michael Duignan on commentary for RTÉ saying that it was "one of the great All-Ireland final second half performances". There were four minutes of extra time played after the 70 minutes were up. During them, Tipp's goalkeeper Rhys Shelly saved Conor Lehane's penalty.
Irish Times
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Times
All-Ireland hurling final: Nicky English's Tipperary player profiles
1. Rhys Shelly Age : 24 Club : Moycarkey-Borris SHC debut : 2023 v Limerick READ MORE Shelly has reclaimed the number-one spot after the early-season rotation. He has been very solid and like the team, is improving. Getting more confident in his puckouts and their range were seen to particularly good effect against Kilkenny. Shot stopping is also reliable. 2. Robert Doyle Age : 22 Club : Clonoulty-Rossmore SHC debut : 2025 v Limerick At this stage, he's in the running for Young Hurler of the Year. Consistently outstanding, very tight, quite wiry, strong and not afraid to play from the front. He has also used the ball very well in possession. Vital intervention at the end of the semi-final spared the GAA's blushes, bearing in mind the scoreboard controversy. Robert Doyle (left) during the All-Ireland semi-final against Kilkenny. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho 3. Eoghan Conolly Age : 25 Club : Cashel King Cormacs SHC debut : 2023 v Limerick Nominally a three but can play anywhere (he was a midfielder last year) and was outstanding at wing back against Kilkenny. Not particularly effective at full back on Alan Connolly earlier in the season, although he still scored his usual quota of impressive, long-range points. Cork came pretty hard through the middle that day. 4. Michael Breen Age : 31 Club : Ballina SHC debut : 2015 v Limerick Very experienced, strong and fast, he often picks up the opposition danger man. Has already marked Conor Whelan and Brian Hayes. Maybe his only flaw is that he over-commits in the first challenge and as a result has been rounded easily on a few occasions. Key defender for Tipp. 5. Craig Morgan Age : 26 Club : Kilruane McDonaghs SHC debut : 2022 v Waterford Versatile and dependable, he's been used at midfield during this year's league and was a corner back at underage level. Morgan is primarily a defender and a very good one. Strong and powerful, he can be a bit understated because he's not spectacular, but does a really good job. A very good player. 6. Ronan Maher Age : 29 Club : Thurles Sarsfields SHC debut : 2014 v Galway Outstanding for many years even when battling in isolation, but now well supported by younger players. Evolution into man-marking rather than stand-up central defence suits him better. Marking TJ Reid, Peter Duggan and potentially Brian Hayes appears a better fit than the pace of Darragh Fitzgibbon. Best long-distance sideline cutter around. Tipperary captain Ronan Maher taking instructions from manager Liam Cahill. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho 7. Bryan O'Mara Age : 25 Club : Holycross Ballycahill SHC debut : 2023 v Clare Since his UL Fitzgibbon days, I've been a big admirer of O'Mara. I say this even though, at times, he's left me scratching my head a bit. Recently though, he's found his feet and against Kilkenny, was outstanding in defence. Now emerging as the leader he always looked destined to become. 8. Willie Connors Age : 28 Club : Kiladangan SHC debut : 2018 v Limerick Has emerged as a key midfielder in a year of rotating partners. A very neat hurler, able to pick off scores when he gets a chance. Sometimes he is over-inclined to shoot, but he can be very happy with his year. Does his bit for 50 minutes and holds his own in most games. 9. Conor Stakelum Age : 26 Club : Thurles Sarsfields SHC debut : 2022 v Waterford Vying for second midfield position with three or four others, including his brother Darragh. They are all good players – energetic, able to tackle and compete very hard. Stakelum scored three points in a big contribution against Kilkenny when Tipp looked out of it. Has had plenty of hurling and also strengthened up. 10. Jake Morris Age : 26 Club : Nenagh Éire Óg SHC debut : 2018 v Cork If Tipp take the All-Ireland, Morris is likely to be Player of the Year as they'll hardly win without a big game from him. Beautiful touch. Outstanding even in the defeat against Cork when he carried the fight with Tipp down to 14. Has grown not just physically, but also into a major leadership role. When Jake Morris is at his best, Tipperary are generally in with a good chance of winning. Photograph: John McVitty/Inpho 11. Andrew Ormond Age : 26 Club : JK Brackens SHC debut : 2024 v Limerick Injury and bad luck delayed the fast blossoming I had expected. Returned as sub against Cork and had a real go. A fixture since and brilliant against Clare. An absolute dynamo, playing hard and thinking cleverly. Had big moments against Kilkenny, when he won hard ball and vital frees. Game changer. 12. Sam O'Farrell Age : 20 Club : Nenagh Éire Óg SHC debut : 2025 v Limerick Beautiful hurler and captained the victorious under-20s. Another versatile player who is probably suffering for it. Exceptional number seven, which is where his future probably lies, but doing a fine job at wing forward. Not at his best against Kilkenny but a significant contributor during what's been a long year for him. 13. Darragh McCarthy Age : 19 Club : Toomevara SHC debut : 2025 v Limerick An underage star and outstanding since his senior call-up in the league. McCarthy has built on that since: really good against Limerick and played well against Kilkenny, regardless of missed frees. Issue is his carelessness with the hurley. Needs to find a different way to tackle, as he can't keep putting referees in that position. 14. John McGrath Age : 30 Club : Loughmore-Castleiney SHC debut : 2016 v Cork Outstanding club hurler – and footballer – who has battled injury, especially to the Achilles tendon. McGrath's intercounty career looked done against Cork in Thurles last year. He regained confidence with the club and now, back to his best, is scoring goals. He is even creating uncertainty for Huw Lawlor, the best full back in the game. 15. Jason Forde Age : 31 Club : Silvermines SHC debut : 2013 v Kilkenny A different animal to the one missing frees in last year's league semi-final. Bright prospect and a top Fitzgibbon player with UL, but struggled at times to deliver on reputation. Excelled against Kilkenny when he took over frees from Darragh McCarthy and nailed vital ones, having scored a marvellous goal. Replacements : The midfield cover - Darragh Stakelum, Alan Tynan and Peter McGarry - is nearly interchangeable with the starters. As a result, they have been impactful and energetic. Noel McGrath brings guile and a steady hand, while Oisín O'Donoghue has brought menace up front. Management : Liam Cahill, Michael Bevans, Declan Laffan, TJ Ryan. For someone under such pressure last year, Liam Cahill couldn't have scripted this better. Most of the youngsters he introduced in the league are still there. Getting out of Munster was the main target, getting to a league final and All-Ireland semi-final has been bonus territory. This, however, is off the charts.
