There was defeat for the Tipperary Minor Hurling team last night in their Munster championship opener.
James Woodlock’s side were playing Clare in Shannon where the Banner ran out 2-15 to 0-14 winners.
The game was played in extremely wet conditions with the home side making the most of the breeze in the first half, leading 1-11 to 0-06 at the break.
Clare kept the Premier at arm’s length throughout the second half eventually winning by 7 points.
Next up for Tipperary is a trip to Páirc Uí Chaoimh to play Cork on April 4th.
Last night’s other game in the championship saw Limerick beat Waterford 1-7 to 7-points with a first half goal from Cathal Hayes the difference between the sides at the Fraher Field.