EP. 172 – Premier Intermediate Semi-Finals

In Episode 172 of The Premier View Podcast, the lads turned their attention to this weekend’s Premier Intermediate Hurling semi-finals and reflected on how the quarter-finals unfolded across Tipperary.

After a solid set of last-eight games, the expected names have made it through. The panel agreed that the four teams left standing all deserve their spots and that the championship is nicely poised heading into the business end of the season.

There was plenty of admiration for how both Carrick Swan and Gortnahoe-Glengoole continue to set high standards, each showing the kind of form and composure that marks out genuine contenders. Boherlahan-Dualla’s rise also caught the eye, with talk of how far the club has come in just a few seasons.

The discussion naturally moved towards what to expect this weekend in FBD Semple Stadium, where both semi-finals serve as curtain-raisers to the senior fixtures. The consensus was that Carrick Swan carry valuable experience from recent seasons and have the sort of balance and discipline needed when games tighten up.

Gortnahoe-Glengoole again earned praise for their attacking approach and ability to produce scores from a range of players, while Upperchurch-Drombane were described as quietly rebuilding well and likely to relish being underdogs.

As always, there were a few lively moments and honest opinions — exactly what listeners expect from the Premier View crew. No one was ruling out surprises either, with the feeling that form lines can flip quickly once knockout hurling reaches Semple.

The lads also gave a quick nod to the relegation final and how much it means to the clubs involved, pointing out that those battles are often every bit as intense as the ones for silverware.

Overall, Episode 172 offers a sharp look at the state of play in the Premier Intermediate Championship, with plenty of insight and good-natured debate along the way. It’s the perfect listen ahead of another big weekend of club hurling.