Tipperary secondary school aim for All-Ireland glory against Kilkenny rivals in final
Ursuline Thurles hope to overturn 2024 final defeat as they take on Kilkenny rivals
Ursuline Thurles will attempt to claim All-Ireland honours this weekend when they face Loreto Kilkenny in the senior A schools camogie final. The clash is scheduled for Saturday at 12 noon in Gortnahoe Glengoole GAA.
The two sides previously met in the 2024 final, with Loreto Kilkenny emerging victorious by eight points. On that occasion, the Kilkenny side showcased the strength of their county minor contingent, a factor that could play a decisive role once more.
On local radio Tipp FM, camogie analyst Geraldine Kinane said Ursuline Thurles face a significant challenge. She noted that Loreto Kilkenny benefit from a strong selection of county minors who recently outperformed Tipperary’s minors, making the task even tougher.
Despite this, she emphasised that Ursuline are a well-prepared and talented team who will approach Saturday’s final with determination, hoping to secure a memorable victory.
Tipperary Camogie highlighted the impact of a teacher and student pairing in the lead-up to the final. Last Saturday, Eimear McGrath and Caoimhe Stakelum combined to score 1-08 in Tipperary's league opening win over Antrim, with Stakelum contributing 1-04 and McGrath adding four points.
One thing is certain when Tipperary and Kilkenny teams meet in finals, the match takes on a life of its own, and this fixture promises to be a thrilling and encounter.