Hurling - Seán Óg Ó hAilpín

In Hurling, the 2004 Texaco award goes to the highly talented Cork wing back Seán Óg Ó hAilpín . Chosen for his outstanding contribution to Cork's All-Ireland hurling success, Ó hAilpín is an athletic and skilful hurler whose season was highlighted by a fantastic defensive display against Kilkenny in September's All-Ireland final. A member of the Na Piarsigh team, he hails from a talented hurling family. His ability to win possession, mark intelligently and hit quality ball underscored his achievement in winning his second All-Ireland senior medal with Cork, the first coming in 1999.