Tipperary hurler scoops prestigious individual award in New York
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Portroe native AJ Willis has been named Tipperary Hurling Club New York's Senior Hurler of the Year for 2026
North Tipperary hurler AJ Willis has been recognised for his exploits on the hurling field in the United States after being named Tipperary Hurling Club New York's Senior Hurler of the Year for 2026.
The Portroe native, who also lines out for the New York senior hurling team, has earned the individual accolade following his performances in the blue and gold over the course of the season, helping Tipperary New York to the county title in the Big Apple.
Willis has continued to fly the flag for his native Portroe on the other side of the Atlantic, representing both Tipperary Hurling Club and New York at senior level. winning Lory Meagher and Nicky Rackard titles in the last two seasons and will be a key player for them in next year’s Christy Ring campaign/
His latest accolade is a notable achievement for the North Tipp man and is sure to be welcomed by the hurling community back home in Portroe. Willis will be honoured at the club's annual dinner dance, which takes place on Saturday, December 12.