Not Men but Giants – Nenagh are Tipperary Peil na nÓg A Champions 2026

Peil na nÓg 2026 finally took place on Saturday, 25 April after a postponement due to the fuel crisis. Our boys were drawn to play in Cashel against Cashel King Cormacs and Moyle Rovers. In the other Division 1 group, JK Brackens, Clonmel Commercials and Rockwell Rovers competed in New Inn.

Having won the North under-13 final in 2024 and narrowly losing to Moyle Rovers in the county semi-final at both A and D level, the boys were eager for another opportunity to test themselves against the best teams in the county.

In the first game, the boys started slowly against Cashel but quickly settled, running out comprehensive winners with some well-taken scores, winning 8-5 to 1-3. In the second game, they renewed rivalries with Moyle Rovers and again secured a convincing win. Kirsters Janitens was in inspired form at full forward, having missed the county semi-final two years ago through injury. Final score: 4-6 to 1-3.

Having topped the group, the boys advanced to the final against JK Brackens, who topped the other group. As Brackens were county under-13 champions two years ago, the boys knew a strong test awaited them.

The final proved to be another tough battle but, as they had shown all day, the boys were not going to be outworked. Their work rate was exceptional throughout. They hunted in packs and supported each other time and again.

Our defence was outstanding once more, conceding very little, while the forwards delivered when it mattered. Indeed, the Brackens goalkeeper was arguably player of the match, making several remarkable saves. Final score: 3-1 to 0-2.

On the day, Dylan Corrigan was excellent in goal, conceding very little and delivering accurate kickouts. The full-back line of Vadzim Siareolzich, Evan Jones and Michael Nolan stood firm throughout. Fionn Tucker anchored the defence superbly at centre-back, while Harry Bailey and Max Coughlan worked tirelessly up and down the field.

Paraic Sheehy and Harry Coughlan were outstanding at midfield, fielding kickouts and linking defence with attack. The half-forward line of Odhran Cahill, David Mullarkey and Daniel O’Leary were relentless, constantly driving forward, supporting each other and contributing valuable scores.

The full-forward line of Jake Rivett, Kirsters Janitens and Alex Hogan caused serious problems for opposition defences all day. The substitutes also made a big impact, bringing energy and pace. Finn Morris scored an excellent goal against Cashel, while Donagh Farrell struck the post with a goal-bound effort in the final. Sean Tully, James Cleary and Harry Mulcahy all contributed greatly with skill and effort.

After the game, joint captains David Mullarkey and Kevin Hogan accepted the cup from PJ Bowden of Tipperary Bord na nÓg. Kevin was a significant loss due to injury, but his encouragement and support at training has been invaluable. As the only player from this group to make the North Mid under-14 football panel last year, his absence was keenly felt, and the team looks forward to his return. The captains also thanked the referee and Cashel for hosting the competition.

Great celebrations followed back in Nenagh, with the team parading the cup through the town in convoy. Thanks to the Juvenile club for organising food at MacDonagh Park. The boys then made the traditional visit to JKC’s for ice cream, where club legend Michael Cleary shared stories of county-winning teams visiting the shop since the 1970s.

Attention now turns to the Peil na nÓg National Finals in Derry on Saturday, 27 June, where the team will represent Tipperary against the best in the country.

Before that, the boys will compete in the Division 1 Féile County Hurling competition on Monday, 4 May in Nenagh and Toomevara. They face Drom & Inch and Mullinahone in the group stages, while Toomevara, Boherlahan Dualla and Cashel contest the other group.

Sincere thanks to all the parents for their tremendous support throughout the day.

Panel: Dylan Corrigan, Vadzim Siareolzich, Evan Jones, Michael Nolan, Harry Bailey, Fionn Tucker, Max Coughlan, Harry Coughlan, Paraic Sheehy, Odhran Cahill, David Mullarkey (Joint Captain), Daniel O’Leary, Jake Rivett, Kirsters Janitens, Alex Hogan, Finn Morris, Sean Tully, Harry Mulcahy, James Cleary, Donagh Farrell, Kevin Hogan (Joint Captain).

Under-21 Football

Commiserations go to our under-21 footballers who were defeated by Ballina in the North final on Friday evening last in St. Michael’s Park, Toomevara on a 1-6 to 3-9 scoreline with Nenagh’s goal coming from a second-half penalty by Michael Cleary MacLoone. The club wishes to thank the management of Leonard Ryan, Dan O’Donovan and George Coonan and the panel of players for all their efforts this year. Attention now turns to the junior football championship. 

Senior Hurling

Our senior hurlers were comprehensively beaten by Kiladangan in Puckane in round four of the county league on Friday evening 4-23 to 0-12. 

Junior A

Our Junior A hurlers face Borris-Ileigh in the North League on Wednesday. Throw in is at 7pm in Borris- Ileigh. Best of luck to players and management. 

Junior B 

Our junior-B hurlers play Shannon Rovers in the league on Sunday. Throw in is at 12pm, best of luck to players and management. 

Tipperary 

A mixed bag of results for our Tipperary Hurling teams in the last week. The under-20s, with our representative Jake Donnellan Houlihan, were defeated by Clare with the banner scoring 2-01 in added time to edge Tipp by a single point. They now face Limerick on Wednesday, with throw in at 7pm in the Gaelic Grounds. Best of luck. 

Meanwhile, the minor hurlers also play Limerick this week, with their game fixed for Thursday evening in the Gaelic Grounds. Throw in at 7pm. Best of luck to Éanna Tucker and his team. 

The senior hurlers, with our reps Jake Morris, Sam O’Farrell and Josh Keller, earned a draw against Waterford on Sunday after a last minute goal for The Déise. They now have three weeks off. 

Congratulations Mousey

Huge congratulations to Niall Madden who was part of the Campion Insurance (Tipperary) team that claimed their first ever All-Ireland Junior Hurling title in style, delivering an outstanding performance to overcome Glanua (Galway) 4-26 to 1-16 at at MIC St Patricks Campus, Thurles on Wednesday, 22 April. 

Juvenile News

Under-6

Under 6 boys (born 2020 and 2021) train on Saturday mornings. To join, contact Paul on 086 0298118.

Under-8 

Under-8 boys train on Saturday mornings. To get involved, contact John on +353 87 136 5053 and join in the fun.

Under-10 

Under-10 boys train on Wednesday evenings. For more information, contact Mike on +353 87 632 4202 to join.

Under-12 

Under-12 boys have returned to training. Contact Greg on +353 85 170 8133 to get involved.

Under-14 

Under-14 boys play Kilruane in their football quarter-final this week. The C team are also in action against Dúrlas Óg in Thurles on Thursday evening. Wishing both teams the very best of luck.

Féile Hurling

Best of luck to our under-14 and 15 boys next weekend as they compete in the Féile hurling competition. Matches will take place in MacDonagh Park for anyone who would like to come along and support the boys.

Under-15 

Congratulations to the under-15 boys who won their division on Saturday in the Féile Peil.

Under-17 

Under-17 boys play Dúrlas Óg on Monday evening in Nenagh. Best wishes to the team.

Camogie News

County Action

Huge congratulations to Grace O’Brien and the Tipperary team, who delivered a strong performance to defeat Limerick 0-25 to 1-13 in the Munster Senior Semi-Final on Sunday 26th in Páirc Uí Chaoimh. A proud day for club and county.

Under-6 

Under-6 camogie takes place every Saturday morning at 9:00am on the astro, with plenty of fun and skill-building for all our young players. It’s a fantastic way for girls to make friends, stay active and enjoy being part of a team. New members are always very welcome.

Under-12 

The Blue team played a very competitive game against Kildangan in Puckane last Tuesday. The Navy team welcomed Silvermines to Nenagh for a challenge match on Friday evening, with both teams displaying excellent skills.
We’re looking forward to another busy week of camogie ahead.

Under-16 

The under-16 girls played Crecora/Treaty Gaels in a challenge match during the week in Nenagh. Well done to all the girls on a great performance. Training continues this week on Tuesday and Thursday.

Lotto

There was no winner of this weeks lotto jackpot. The three €50 lucky dip winners are:

Gerard Hourigan, online.

B. Middleton.

Kevin Connolly, c/o Careys

Next weeks lotto jackpot is €5,700. If you would like to play our club lotto online you can do so here.

HUTCHINSON THE HITMAN: Double Hat-Trick Downs Bibs Empire

Under the floodlit glow of the Astro, where shadows danced and ash clashed, the great unbeaten reign of the bibs was brought crashing to earth in a storm of sticks, sweat and sheer sporting theatre.

In a 30-minute gladiatorial duel of 3v3 social ‘ground’ hurling, it was the renegade trio—Martin Gleeson, Eamonn Moylan and the irrepressible Mick Hutchinson—who rose from the turf like warriors of old to topple the kings in bibs, Jamie Kennedy, Martin Hogan and John Phelan, by 8-6 in a contest that crackled with drama from first sliothar to last.

Like lightning striking twice, Hutchinson exploded from the blocks with a blistering early brace, his hurley singing a sweet but deadly tune. Yet the bibbed battalion would not bow. Stirred by pride and fire, they surged back with four unanswered scores—Hogan twice, Kennedy and Phelan joining the charge—to seize a 4-2 advantage and swing momentum like a pendulum at the interval.

But if the first act belonged to the bibs, the second was a symphony in non-bib colours. Enter Hutchinson again—unstoppable, unplayable, untouchable. With the poise of a poet and the precision of a surgeon, he rifled home another brace, including a wonder goal on the run off his left that drew gasps from the watching faithful. Gleeson, ever the willing accomplice, added his own strike as the tide turned once more—5-4 to the challengers.

The third act? Pure theatre. Kennedy and Hogan refused to let the curtain fall, dragging their side back into the fray with two defiant scores. But this night had a hero; and his name was Mick Hutchinson. Completing not one but two hat-tricks—yes, a double salvo of scoring brilliance—he drove his side onward, with Gleeson adding his second for good measure.

Though the bibs landed two late blows through Kennedy and Hogan, the die was cast, the crown had slipped and the scoreboard told the tale: 8-6 to the non-bibs.

Hutchinson’s wonder strike and goal-laden masterclass earned him a unanimous Man of the Match, while Gleeson’s double contribution proved vital in the final reckoning. For the fallen champions, Hogan’s hat-trick alongside Kennedy’s brace and Phelan’s effort spoke of a battle fought with heart if not the final reward.

And so the dust settles on a night where legends were forged and streaks were shattered. The Astro awaits once more. Next Wednesday. 8:15pm. The clash continues.

Anyone brave enough to enter the arena—men or women—can answer the call by contacting Conor O’Donovan on 087-6107360.