BREAKING: Decorated Kilkenny senior hurler announces his retirement
Kilkenny GAA have released a statement
Kilkenny senior hurler and Tullogher Rosbercon clubman Walter Walsh has announced his retirement from inter county hurling after a remarkable 13 years in the black and amber.
Walter joined the senior panel in 2012 at 21 years of age and, over the course of his distinguished career, won eight Leinster titles, four National League titles and three All-Ireland titles. He also took home an All-Star in 2016.
The Tullogher Rosbercon man first lined out for Kilkenny as a minor during the Leinster Championship in 2008, winning Leinster and All-Ireland medals in his first year on playing inter county hurling.
It was the All-Ireland replay against Galway in 2012 where Walter announced himself on the big stage.
He picked up the Man of the Match Award that day as well as an All-Ireland title.
Kilkenny Senior Hurling Manager Derek Lyng thanked Walter, saying: “It’s been an honour to have worked with Walter. His towering presence both on and off the field has inspired many young hurlers and his attitude, drive and leadership has been immense. Walter leaves us with many great memories and I wish him well in his retirement.”
County Board Chairman, PJ Kenny paid tribute to Walter, saying: “On behalf of Kilkenny County Board and all associated with Kilkenny hurling, I would like to thank Walter for his commitment and his contributions to Kilkenny hurling over the last 13 years. Throughout his career, Walter represented his club and county with distinction and we wish Walter the very best for the future.”
Player Profile
Walter Walsh (Tullogher Rosbercon)
Joined Panel: 2012
Honours:
3 All-Ireland SHC (2012, 2014, 2015) (Man of the Match 2012); 8 Leinster SHC (2014-2016, 2020-2024); 4 NHL (2013, 2014, 2018, 2021); 1 Walsh Cup (2017); 1 Railway Cup (2014), 1 Leinster U21 HC (2012); 1 All-Ireland MHC (2008); 2 Leinster MHC (2008, 2009); 1 All-Ireland Club JHC (2023); 2 Leinster Club JHC (2008, 2023); 2 Kilkenny JHC (2008, 2023); 1 All Star (2016); Leinster Senior Colleges (U14 HC, U16HC, SHC, U16FC).