'Tipperary punches above its weight in terms of sporting success'

Above: At the Annerville Awards presentation by the Tipperary United Sports Panel at the Talbot Hotel Clonmel were, from left, Richie Maher, who accepted the Slievenamon Award for Exceptional Achievement on behalf of Loughmore/Castleiney GAA club; Emma Cronin, Ladies Football; Karen Kennedy, Camogie and Pat McGrath, who accepted the Hurling award on behalf of his son John McGrath, Loughmore/Castleiney. Picture: John D Kelly

Sport plays a vital role in today’s world, Declan Burgess, Cathaoirleach of Tipperary County Council, told the attendance of 200-plus that gathered at the Talbot Hotel Clonmel for the presentation by the Tipperary United Sports Panel of the Annerville awards to Tipperary’s leading amateur sports stars of 2024.

He said it was essential that young people had hobbies that not only fostered good physical health but vital life skills as well.

Cllr Burgess said that the county is full of exceptional sports clubs and organisations that provide essential community facilities, and which foster inclusivity and a sense of belonging.

Tipperary consistently punches above its weight when it comes to sporting success.

“Our county is rich in history and tradition and continues to showcase an incredible wealth of talent in every sport,” he stated.

He said that the Annerville Awards, sponsored by Bulmers, stand as testament to the achievements of Tipperary sports people across a wide range of sports, and remind us of the talent, passion and commitment that thrives across our county.

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He thanked the hard working committee of the Tipperary United Sports Panel for the presentation of the awards ceremony, which he described as a forum for the recognition of sporting achievement in the county.