The players of the year for the Tailteann Cup football championship and the Joe McDonagh, Christy Ring, Nickey Rackard, and Lory Meagher Cup hurling championships were announced at a black-tie banquet at Croke Park.
The Tailteann Cup footballer of the Year is Kildare’s Alex Beirne, who played a starring role for the Lilywhites, scoring 3-33 in the campaign.
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Author's summary: Players of the year announced for GAA cups.