The Premier ‘View’ Tipperary Intermediate Hurling Team of the Year 2025
The Premier ‘View’ Podcast announces the 2025 Tipperary Intermediate Hurling Team of the Year. Includes full player analysis, scoring leaders, Player of the Year, Young Player of the Year and historical award tables.
The 2025 Tipperary Intermediate Hurling Championship delivered another fiercely competitive season where small margins decided everything & Golden/Kilfeacle won the title 30 years after their first. This Team of the Year is based on match performance, scoring impact and consistency across the full campaign, supported by The Premier ‘View’ Podcast scoring database.
We also reviewed the 2023 and 2024 The Premier ‘View’ Intermediate Teams of the Year to identify repeat inclusions and recognise players who have developed into central figures for their clubs over multiple seasons.
2025 Individual Awards
Player of the Year
Jack Leamy, Golden Kilfeacle
Leamy finished the season with 5-56 (2nd highest), and was the top scorer from play with 4-19. His scoring output, physicality and leadership set the tone for Golden Kilfeacle throughout the championship.
Player of the Year, Honourable Mention
Josh Keane, Golden Kilfeacle
Linked play intelligently, controlled tempo and provided structure in key forward sectors, worked relentlessly up & down the field. Set-up the key goal for Ben Currivan in the semi-final.
Young Player of the Year
Adam Daly, Knockavilla Kickhams
Daly’s composure in possession, range of passing and ability to maintain shape in the middle third marked him as a rising influence in the grade. 0-7 in a standout semi-final performance
Young Player of the Year, Honourable Mention
Ciarán Byrne, Golden Kilfeacle
Delivered consistency, physical presence and defensive dependability all season. Scored 0-5 in the campaign also,
2025 Scoring Leaders
2025 Tipperary Intermediate From Play Table
| # | Club | Player Name | Score (From Play) | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden/Kilfeacle | Jack Leamy | 4-19 | 31 |
| 2 | Moyle Rovers | Kevin Grace | 3-16 | 25 |
| 3 | Cappawhite | Conor Martin | 2-18 | 24 |
| 4 | Borrisokane | Mike Heenan | 4-11 | 23 |
| 5 | Knockavilla Kickhams | Adam Daly | 1-20 | 23 |
| 6 | Golden/Kilfeacle | Ben Currivan | 2-14 | 20 |
| 7 | Borrisokane | Jack Larkin | 1-16 | 19 |
| 8 | Cappawhite | Willie Barry | 1-16 | 19 |
| 9 | Golden/Kilfeacle | Sam Hall | 2-13 | 19 |
| 10 | Golden/Kilfeacle | Padraig Dalton | 5-04 | 19 |
| 11 | Shannon Rovers | Austin Tierney | 5-03 | 18 |
| 12 | Cappawhite | Dara McCarthy | 2-11 | 17 |
| 13 | Knockavilla Kickhams | Stephen Browne | 0-17 | 17 |
| 14 | Ballingarry | Ben Ivers | 1-13 | 16 |
| 15 | Borrisokane | Oisin Larkin | 1-13 | 16 |
| 16 | Cappawhite | David Buckley | 1-13 | 16 |
| 17 | Kilsheelan/Kilcash | Micheál Freaney | 2-10 | 16 |
| 18 | Kilsheelan/Kilcash | Jamie Roche | 4-04 | 16 |
| 19 | Shannon Rovers | Eamonn Hough | 2-10 | 16 |
2025 Tipperary Intermediate Hurling Championship, Top Scorers Table
| # | Club | Player Name | Score | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arravale Rovers | Orrin Jones | 1-75 | 78 |
| 2 | Golden/Kilfeacle | Jack Leamy | 5-56 | 71 |
| 3 | Knockavilla Kickhams | Stephen Browne | 0-53 | 53 |
| 4 | Borrisokane | Oisin Larkin | 1-43 | 46 |
| 5 | Cappawhite | Willie Barry | 1-43 | 46 |
| 6 | Skeheenarinky | Tomas Vaughan | 2-31 | 37 |
| 7 | Ballybacon/Grange | Oisin Ryan | 1-32 | 35 |
| 8 | Shannon Rovers | Conal Moran | 0-35 | 35 |
| 9 | Ballybacon/Grange | Brendan Cummins (GK) | 3-25 | 34 |
| 10 | Portroe | John Sheedy | 3-24 | 33 |
| 11 | Moyle Rovers | Dara Ryan | 0-29 | 29 |
| 12 | Clonoulty/Rossmore | Philip Kelleher | 0-27 | 27 |
| 13 | Kilsheelan/Kilcash | Tommy O’Connor | 0-27 | 27 |
| 14 | Ballingarry | Conor Vaughan | 0-26 | 26 |
| 15 | Newport | Cillian Collins | 0-26 | 26 |
| 16 | Moyle Rovers | Kevin Grace | 3-16 | 25 |
| 17 | Cappawhite | Conor Martin | 2-18 | 24 |
| 18 | Borrisokane | Mike Heenan | 4-11 | 23 |
| 19 | Knockavilla Kickhams | Adam Daly | 1-20 | 23 |
Previous Scoring Award Recipients
Intermediate Championship Top Scorers by Year
| Year | Overall Top Scorer | Score | Top From Play | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Jack Leamy, Golden/Kilfeacle | 1-62 | Mark Kehoe, Kilsheelan-Kilcash | 5-13 |
| 2024 | Oisin Larkin, Borrisokane | 5-51 | Sean Keneally, Moneygall | 7-28 |
| 2025 | Orrin Jones, Arravale Rovers | 1-75 | Jack Leamy, Golden/Kilfeacle | 4-19 |
Previous Player and Young Player of the Year Award Winners
Intermediate Awards by Year
Intermediate Awards by Year
| Year | Player of the Year | Club | Young Player of the Year | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Not specified in Premier View review | Not specified | ||
| 2024 | Sean Keneally | Moneygall | Jack Leamy | Golden Kilfeacle |
| 2025 | Jack Leamy | Golden Kilfeacle | Adam Daly | Knockavilla Kickhams |
2025 Intermediate Hurling Team of the Year.
Eoin Horgan (Knockavilla Kickhams)
Horgan controlled games from the goal line with calmness and assured distribution. His shot stopping in tight matches proved decisive and he consistently selected the correct puckout option to maintain structure.
James Hough (Borrisokane)
Hough brought defensive organisation and reading of danger to the Borrisokane back line. Strong in the tackle and composed in transition, he set platforms for counterattacks.
Paul Butler (Ballingarry)
Butler defended with intelligence, strength and clear communication. His positioning and decision making helped Ballingarry withstand sustained pressure in several key matches.
Ciarán Byrne (Golden Kilfeacle)
Byrne worked tirelessly in the full back line & managed to pop up with important scores. His tackling and ruck winning ensured Golden Kilfeacle maintained territory and control during contested phases.
Lorcan Carr (Knockavilla Kickhams)
Carr mixed athletic movement with precise defensive timing. His ability to intercept and step into play helped convert defence to attack consistently.
Niall Heffernan (Golden Kilfeacle)
Heffernan played with intensity and physicality across the middle third, disrupting opposition play and securing broken ball in key areas. Quietly effective.
Billy O’Connor (Kilsheelan Kilcash)
O’Connor supported both phases of play, offering defensive cover and driving forward when space opened. A reliable outlet under pressure.
Conor Martin (Cappawhite)
Martin worked as the link between lines, covering ground and winning ball in contested channels. His scoring contribution from midfield (2-18) was a major factor in Cappawhite’s performances.
Adam Daly (Knockavilla Kickhams)
Daly provided composure, ball carrying and smart decision making. Controlled the game tempo and consistently connected lines. Man of the match in a semi-final performance against Borrisokane. Surely a Tipp call-up can’t be far away.
Orrin Jones (Arravale Rovers)
1-75, top scorer in the grade
Jones led the championship in scoring, providing accuracy and reliability in every match. His movement and shot selection were defining features of Arravale’s attack. Superb from placed balls.
Jack Leamy (Golden Kilfeacle)
5-56, 4-19 from play, Player of the Year
Leamy was Golden Kilfeacle’s primary scoring threat and most influential forward across the campaign. Delivered consistently in key moments. Captained his team to glory.
Josh Keane (Golden Kilfeacle)
Keane linked play, secured possession under pressure and dictated attacking rhythm. Provided balance between structure and creativity. His return can’t be underestimated in Golden’s victory.
Oisín Larkin (Borrisokane)
Larkin carried scoring responsibility(1-43) and executed under pressure. His movement and finishing created continuous threat. One of the main reasons Bo’kane returned to the semi-finals.
Kevin Grace (Moyle Rovers)
Grace offered pace, direct running and goal scoring instincts(3-16 from play) that made him a constant danger inside. 3-05 in the 2nd round win over Portroe propelled the Monroe side to the quarters.
Dara McCarthy (Cappawhite)
McCarthy provided finishing accuracy(2-12) and forward movement that consistently converted team play into scores. His assists, once again, one of the highest in the grade. A real team player. Cappa’s best player in the semi-final defeat to Golden.
Previous The Premier ‘View’ Team of the Year Recipients Among the 2025 Selections
All other Team of the Year recipients in 2025 are first time selections based on championship performance.
Repeat Selections on the Intermediate Team of the Year
| Player | Club | Previously Selected | Year(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conor Martin | Cappawhite | Yes | 2023 | Midfield selection |
| Dara McCarthy | Cappawhite | Yes | 2023 | Forward line |
| Jack Leamy | Golden Kilfeacle | Yes | 2023, 2024 | Also 2024 Young Player of the Year |
| Oisin Larkin | Borrisokane | Yes | 2024 | Top scorer in 2024 |
2024 The Premier ‘View’ Intermediate Hurling Team of the Year
2025 Tipperary Intermediate Hurling Championship, Average Total Score Per Game
| # | Club | Games Played | Goals Scored | Average Total Score Per Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden/Kilfeacle | 6 | 18 | 31.50 |
| 2 | Kilsheelan/Kilcash | 4 | 12 | 28.00 |
| 3 | Arravale Rovers | 5 | 5 | 27.80 |
| 4 | Borrisokane | 5 | 10 | 26.40 |
| 5 | Cappawhite | 5 | 6 | 26.40 |
| 6 | Knockavilla Kickhams | 6 | 7 | 25.50 |
| 7 | Newport | 4 | 6 | 25.25 |
| 8 | Ballingarry | 4 | 8 | 25.00 |
| 9 | Shannon Rovers | 4 | 10 | 24.75 |
| 10 | Carrick Davins | 3 | 9 | 24.67 |
| 11 | Portroe | 3 | 10 | 24.67 |
| 12 | Clonoulty/Rossmore | 3 | 5 | 24.33 |
| 13 | Skeheenarinky | 4 | 7 | 23.50 |
| 14 | Moyle Rovers | 4 | 4 | 23.00 |
| 15 | Ballybacon/Grange | 6 | 7 | 19.00 |
| 16 | Drom/Inch B | 6 | 6 | 18.00 |
2025 Tipperary Intermediate Hurling Championship, Average Conceded Per Game
| # | Club | Games Played | Goals Conceded | Average Conceded Per Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knockavilla Kickhams | 6 | 10 | 20.17 |
| 2 | Moyle Rovers | 4 | 8 | 23.25 |
| 3 | Drom/Inch B | 6 | 8 | 23.50 |
| 4 | Newport | 4 | 4 | 23.50 |
| 5 | Golden/Kilfeacle | 6 | 7 | 24.00 |
| 6 | Skeheenarinky | 4 | 7 | 24.00 |
| 7 | Ballingarry | 4 | 6 | 24.00 |
| 8 | Clonoulty/Rossmore | 3 | 5 | 24.33 |
| 9 | Ballybacon/Grange | 6 | 13 | 24.50 |
| 10 | Kilsheelan/Kilcash | 4 | 9 | 25.25 |
| 11 | Cappawhite | 5 | 8 | 25.80 |
| 12 | Arravale Rovers | 5 | 14 | 25.80 |
| 13 | Portroe | 3 | 3 | 26.00 |
| 14 | Borrisokane | 5 | 12 | 27.60 |
| 15 | Shannon Rovers | 4 | 8 | 28.50 |
| 16 | Carrick Davins | 3 | 8 | 31.00 |