Donegal’s Michael Murphy named PwC GAA/GPA Footballer of the Month for May

Donegal’s Michael Murphy has been named as the PwC GAA/GPA Footballer of the Month for May.

The Glenswilly forward joins Limerick talisman Cian Lynch, who won the hurling award. Murphy was recognised for his inspirational performances throughout the month, none more prominent than the Ulster title decider versus defending All-Ireland champions Armagh. Donegal came out in extra-time on a 2-23 to 0-28 scoreline.

After taking two years off, Murphy appears to be back to his best, dominating aerial contests and overpowering his opposition.

A repeat of last year’s Ulster final, the returning Murphy was the difference-maker, scoring three points and helping set up plenty more as Donegal retained their provincial crown. Murphy followed this up with an eight-point haul in a defeat against Tyrone in the All-Ireland series.

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Waterford duo Niamh Rockett and Kellyann Hogan are the May winners of the PwC GPA Women’s Player of the Month awards for camogie and football.

PwC are the proud sponsor of the Player of the Month awards across camogie, hurling and football, both men’s and women’s. The May awards recognise the country’s standout players from the ever-intriguing Provincial Championships as well as the opening rounds of the 2025 All-Ireland Championships.

Enda McDonagh, Managing Partner, PwC Ireland, said: “May brought a series of exceptional performances across all codes, as thrilling provincial campaigns concluded and the All-Ireland Championship series burst into life.

“On behalf of everyone at PwC, heartfelt congratulations to Niamh, Kellyann, Cian, and Michael on being honoured as May’s Players of the Month."

Uachtarán CLG Jarlath Burns said: “May was a fantastic month for the games on the field of play across all four codes, with some superb team displays bolstered by incredible individual performances.

“Waterford shone bright in both football and camogie, thanks in no small part to performances from Kellyann Hogan and Niamh Rockett.

“Familiar faces also emerged in the men’s games with Cian Lynch and Michael Murphy reminding us that while form is temporary, class is permanent, in their outings with Limerick (hurling) and Donegal (football) respectively.”