However, he'll probably be less pleased with the 18 wides his side racked up during the 2-13 to 0-18 quarter-final loss at Cusack Park, Ennis.
The Banner go on to face Kilkenny in the last four while Tipp's next competitive outing is next month's Munster Championship clash with Cork.
Michael Ryan believes his team's effort in the game couldn't be faulted.
The other hurling league semi-final will see Waterford take on Limerick.
