All-Ireland Intermediate Championship winners Derry have eight players in this year's PwC Camogie Soaring Stars team. The Soaring Stars awards recognise performances throughout the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Intermediate and Premier Junior Championship seasons and the Very National League Final.
Along with Derry's eight, All-Ireland intermediate finalists Meath - who lost the decider following a replay - have four players on the team. There are also two players from Clare and one from Tipperary.
12/8/2023: 2023 Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Intermediate Camogie Championship final replay, Derry vs Meath, Clones, Monaghan. Derry celebrate with the Jack McGrath trophy. Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Phil Magowan
Matthew Twomey, who recently stepped down as Cork camogie manager, has been named 2023 PwC Manager of the Year. In his second year as Cork manager, Twomey led Cork to victory over Waterford in this year's senior final.
"I would like to congratulate all the Soaring Stars winners from our Premier Junior and Intermediate Championship, which are compiled by a dedicated All-Star Nomination Committee, to celebrate the high performance and commitment of these extraordinary players," said Camogie Association president Hilda Breslin.
"The winners highlight the exceptional skill and talent displayed throughout the season for all to enjoy. The awards recognise excellence, dedication, and sportsmanship within our game.
"Sincere congratulations to Matthew Twomey on his outstanding achievements and for being an exemplary figure as Manager of the Cork Camogie team. His ability to inspire and motivate his team, coupled with his unwavering commitment, truly sets him apart as a deserving winner of the PwC Camogie Manager of the Year. I would like to wish Matthew the very best in his future endeavours.
"We extend our thanks to our wonderful sponsors PwC for their invaluable support for our All-Star Awards and I look forward to a wonderful night of celebrations in Croke Park on November 4th."
2023 PwC Camogie Soaring Star Winners:
Niamh Gribbin, Derry - Goalkeeper
Niamh Quinn, Derry – Corner Back
Claire Coffey, Meath – Full Back
Sophia Payne, Meath – Corner Back
Lauren McKenna, Derry – Half Back
Aoife Ní Chaiside, Derry – Centre Back
Ellen Casey, Clare – Half Back
Dervla O’Kane, Derry – Midfield
Aoife Minogue, Meath – Midfield
Mairead McNicholl, Derry – Half Forward
Aine McAllister, Derry – Centre Forward
Amy Gaffney, Meath – Half Forward
Aoife Shaw, Derry – Corner Forward
Caoimhe Cahill, Clare - Full Forward
Jean Kelly, Tipperary – Corner Forward
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