He's also confident that even the newer members of the squad won't be tempted to take the occasion lightly.
Tipp take on Galway at Croke Park on Sunday looking to extend their season until the first Sunday of next month.
The skipper believes motivation won't be a problem against the Tribesmen.
Throw in in Croke Park on Sunday is at 3.30….Tipp FM will have full live coverage in association with Mulcahy Car Sales, Ardcroney, Nenagh.
Ahead of that, the Tipperary minors will take to the pitch in the curtain raiser…Liam Cahill's charges will face Galway in the All Ireland Minor Hurling Semi Final…Throw in is at 1.30 and Tipp FM's coverage will be in association with Jamie Lawlor crash repairs, Ard Gaoithe business park, Clonmel.