Tyrone’s Colm Cavanagh picked up the football award for his role in securing an All-Ireland final place for his county following their semi-final win over Monaghan.

They collected their awards at PwC’s head offices in Dublin today along with July winners Conor McManus (Monaghan) and Peter Duggan (Clare) who also picked up their trophies.

Gillane was recognised for his brilliant performance against Cork in the All-Ireland semi-final where he contributed 13 points in total.

Cavanagh was outstanding as Mickey’ Harte’s Tyrone side overcame Monaghan in their All-Ireland semi-final encounter. That win set up a showdown with Dublin the decider on September 2.

GAA President, John Horan, said: “Massive congratulations to both Aaron and Colm on winning these individual awards. Ultimately, it’s all about the team but it’s great to be able to recognise and mark individual achievements.

“Aaron put in a brilliant performance against Cork while Colm was excellent as Tyrone reached the All-Ireland final. Both are very worthy winners.

“Congratulations again too, to Peter and Conor on receiving their trophies for July.”

Speaking on behalf of the GPA, Executive Committee member Philip Greene added; “Congratulations to the four players on being named the PwC GAA/GPA Players of the Month in hurling and football for July and August.

"They have put in brilliant individual displays which have contributed massively to their teams’ successes in 2018.

“Well done to Aaron on being part of Limerick’s All-Ireland winning side.”