GAA:Limerick hurler Andrew O'Shaughnessy and Kerry football star Declan O'Sullivan have been honoured with the Opel Gaelic Player of the Month Awards for August.
O'Shaughnessy was rewarded for his inspirational 2-7 in the All-Ireland semi-final against Waterford , which helped the Shannonsiders to their first All-Ireland final appearance since 1996.
Speaking today, Hurling Committe chairman Donal O'Grady said, "Andrew has long been touted as an outstanding talent by hurling people in Limerick and this summer the rest of the country saw why he is so highly thought of on Shannonside," .
"His brilliant display against Waterford in the All-Ireland semi-final must go down as one of the performances of the year. His first goal that afternoon was all his own creation and was finished in the style of a natural poacher.
"The fact that he finished the day with a personal haul of two goals and seven points tells you all about his huge contribution to the Limerick cause," added O'Grady.
Meanwhile, Kerry football captain and Dromid Pearses clubman Declan O'Sullivan was rewarded for his fantastic form in the All-Ireland semi-final against Dublin, where he scrored an impressive 1-3 and helping Kerry reach their fourth All-Ireland final in a row.
Former Kerry manager and chairman of the Football Selection Committee, Jack O'Connor said that O'Sullivan had been a massive influence on the county side over the Summer.
"His goal against Monaghan was the score that brought Kerry back into the game and he came up with the vital goal also against Dublin in the semi-final, as well as three points. For a half-forward to score 1-3 from play in a big match is nearly unheard of in the modern game."