That's the view of former Tipp player Noel Morris, who says the knowledge gained in those early season matches can be vitally important.
Tipperary manager Michael Ryan has vowed to give as much game time as possible to his least experienced panel members in the Division 1A games this spring.
Noel is supportive of that policy as a good season gives you confidence going forward particularly as the first matches in the Championship can be daunting.
