BRILLIANT: Tipperary hurlers scoop Munster minor and U20 Hurler of the Year awards

Tipperary duo Euan Murray and Darragh McCarthy have been recognised for their terrific 2024 seasons with Munster GAA bestowing the Hurler of the Year award to both in their respective grades.

Murray (minor) and McCarthy (U20) had stellar years in blue and gold and they have capped off a brilliant 2024. They will be recognised and receive their awards at Saturday night’s Munster GAA Awards at the Fota Island Resort.

Toomevara man Darragh McCarthy lit up the playing fields of the country all year with his top-class scores from play and his pinpoint accuracy from placed balls.

He was a vital cog in the wheel for both club and county playing a major part in the success of the Tipperary U20 hurlers in 2024 stepping up to the plate at vital times none more so than in the Munster final when he scored an outrageous point to secure victory for Tipperary.

Darragh began the year captaining Nenagh CBS to their first-ever Dr. Harty Cup title and he also played a major part in Toomevara’s successful run in the Tipperary County Senior Hurling Championship in 2024. 

Durlas Óg player Euan Murray was named the Munster Minor Hurler of the Year for 2024 and it will come as no surprise to anyone who has had the privilege of watching him grace the playing fields during the year.

Not only did he lead by example for the Tipperary minor hurlers as they claimed Munster and All-Ireland titles, but he also has played a major role for his club Durlas Óg and school Thurles CBS during the year.

His performances during 2024 for Tipperary have already earned him the prestigious title of Electric Ireland Minor Hurling Player of the Year and he now adds the Munster Minor Hurler of the Year accolade to his list of achievements in 2024.