Career
Born in the Lough, Cork, Philpott first excelled at Gaelic football in his youth. He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of sixteen when he first linked up with the Cork minor team, before later joining the under-21 side. He made his senior debut during the 1965 championship.
He was an All-Ireland runner-up on one occasion.
At club level Philpott played with both Saint Finbarr"s and Bandon. Throughout his inter-county career, Philpott made 11 championship appearances for Cork.
His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1969 championship.
