Neligan named player of the year as Limerick and Tipperary lead the way in minor hurling awards

LIMERICK AND TIPPERARY dominate the minor hurling team of the year, while Treaty powerhouse Xavier Neligan has been named the player of the year. Tipp, who beat Limerick to the Munster title, also receive six awards: defenders Colm Ryan, Conor Collins, and James Finn, midfielder Shane Ryan, and forwards Conall Morrisson and Chris Dunne. AdvertisementPlayer of the year Neligan, a Kilmallock clubman, was hailed as “the heartbeat of Limerick’s historic triumph”. He was named player of the match in both the semi-final, scoring 1-2 to defeat Galway, and the final, where Neligan’s late block secured the title. 2026 Electric Ireland Hurling Minor Star Team of the Year