🌟 Rare Player-Issued: An Authentic Piece of Tipperary Football History
This is more than just a jersey; it is a profound piece of Tipperary GAA football history. This jersey is an authentic, player-issued Tipperary U21 Football Final jersey from the 2013 Munster Championship. It carries the iconic number 13—the jersey worn by one of the county’s brightest young stars: Liam McGrath of Loughmore-Castleiney.
📅 The Match: The 2013 Munster U21 Football Final
The 2013 Munster U21 Football Championship Final saw Tipperary take on the dominant Cork side at Semple Stadium, Thurles, on April 10th, 2013.
This was a final built on hope for Tipperary football. The team was managed by David Power and featured many of the famous 2011 All-Ireland Minor winning squad, including McGrath, Michael Quinlivan, Steven O’Brien, and Seamus Kennedy. This U21 team was the engine of the senior team’s future success.
Match Highlights & Result
The final itself was a tough encounter. Tipperary started well, managing to lead by a point at half-time, 0-5 to 0-4. However, the physically stronger and more experienced Cork side pulled away in the second half, eventually defeating Tipperary by 1-17 to 0-9.
Despite the final score, the Tipperary team showed immense grit and were widely praised for their efforts.
The Player: Liam McGrath (Number 13)
Wearing the number 13 Tipperary jersey in the 2013 final was Liam McGrath, a pivotal player from the renowned Loughmore-Castleiney club.
- Key Scorer: McGrath was instrumental in Tipperary’s run to the final, scoring a massive 0-8 (6 frees) in the semi-final win over Clare. In the final itself, he was the top scorer for Tipperary, registering 0-5 (all frees).
- The 2011 Minor Link: Liam McGrath was the captain of the legendary Tipperary 2011 All-Ireland Minor winning team, solidifying his status as one of the key figures in the county’s football history. The U21 team was seen as the crucial next step in the journey for this talented group.
This Liam McGrath #13 jersey captures a moment when the ‘Premier County’ was truly asserting itself as a force in Munster football at the highest level.
📣 Own a Piece of Tipperary Football Heritage
For the dedicated collector of Tipperary GAA jerseys or memorabilia from the famous 2011 Minor team, this player-issued final jersey is a centerpiece. It embodies the passion and progress of Tipperary football during a crucial period of development.
This is a rare opportunity to own a match-day piece worn by a star player, a genuine article of GAA Final history.
