Six Kilkenny players nominated on all-star camogie selection
Aoife Norris, Ava Brett, Niamh Deely, Laura Greene, Laura Murphy and Sarah Barcoe have all been shortlisted for end of season awards
There are six Kilkenny players among the 36-strong list of nominees for the 2026 PWC Camogie All-Stars as Aoife Norris, Ava Brett, Niamh Deely, Laura Greene, Laura Murphy and Sarah Barcoe have all been acknowledged for their efforts throughout the season.
The six Kilkenny stars featured heavily during a championship campaign that saw them reach the All-Ireland semi-finals for the first time since 2022 when they last won the All-Ireland senior title.
As well as Kilkenny’s final six, All-Ireland champions Cork have 14 players nominated with beaten finalists Galway having 10 included.
The lineup is concluded with the other semi-finalists Tipperary having four named while Clare and Waterford have one player apiece on the shortlist.
The shortlist celebrates the individual performances and achievements from a record-breaking All-Ireland Championship in 2026 and the winners will be revealed at the PwC Camogie All-Stars Awards in Croke Park on Saturday, 21st November 2026.
2026 PwC Camogie All-Stars nominations
Goalkeepers:
- Sarah Healy (Galway)
- Amy Lee (Cork)
- Aoife Norris (Kilkenny)
Defence:
- Róisín Black (Galway)
- Karin Blair (Tipperary)
- Ava Brett (Kilkenny)
- Méabh Cahalane (Cork)
- Libby Coppinger (Cork)
- Niamh Deely (Kilkenny)
- Ava Fitzgerald (Cork)
- Ciara Hickey (Galway)
- Dervla Higgins (Galway)
- Méabh Murphy (Cork)
- Izzy O’Regan (Cork)
- Amy Quinlisk (Tipperary)
- Isobel Sheehan (Cork)
- Abby Walsh (Clare)
Midfield:
- Carrie Dolan (Galway)
- Laura Greene (Kilkenny)
- Laura Hayes (Cork)
- Ally Hesnan (Galway)
- Laura Murphy (Kilkenny)
Forwards:
- Sarah Barcoe (Kilkenny)
- Orlaith Cahalane (Cork)
- Beth Carton (Waterford)
- Millie Condon (Cork)
- Aoife Donohue (Galway)
- Róisín Howard (Tipperary)
- Caoimhe Kelly (Galway)
- Saoirse McCarthy (Cork)
- Sorcha McCartan (Cork)
- Eimear McGrath (Tipperary)
- Niamh McPeake (Galway)
- Emma Murphy (Cork)
- Niamh Niland (Galway)
- Amy O'Connor (Cork)
Alongside the All-Stars, the evening will also see the presentation of the PwC GPA Camogie Player of the Year Awards in the Senior, Intermediate and Premier Junior grades.
Speaking at the announcement, Brian Molloy, Uachtarán an Chumainn Camógaíochta, said: “Comhghairdeas le gach aon imreoir gur bronnadh ainmniúchán orthu inniu. I want to congratulate all players on their nominations ahead of the 2026 PwC Camogie All-Stars Awards. The night is always a fantastic celebration of our game, and of the skills and athleticism of our players. After a remarkable 2026 season for our sport, I look forward to marking their achievements on 21st November.“Also, a huge thank you to PwC for their support of this event each year, and to the GPA for their partnership in the Player of the Year awards."
Enda McDonagh, Managing Partner at PwC, said: “The 2026 PwC Camogie All-Star nominations honour the performances and players that made this season so memorable. Each nominee has made a powerful contribution to their teams, setting new standards on the pitch and giving supporters across the country so much to celebrate. On behalf of everyone at PwC, I congratulate all of those nominated, together with those shortlisted for the Player of the Year Awards, on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to celebrating their achievements at this year's PwC All-Stars Awards.”
Tom Parsons, CEO at the Gaelic Players Association, said: “In what has been a historic year for Camogie, I congratulate all of the nominees. The game is being driven to new levels by the extraordinary talent, athleticism and commitment of the players. Our Player of the Year nominees in particular have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to their team and inspiring supporters across the country through their performances. They demonstrate the very best of Camogie and give us enormous confidence in the future of the game. Our thanks to PwC and the Camogie Association for their continued partnership and we look forward to celebrating a memorable season.”